W5 Late returns this summer with four fun-filled nights of adult-only interactive fun.
At W5, fun has no age limit but for four nights this summer, there are no kids allowed and grown-ups are given the run of the place!
Typically taking place four times a year, an expanded summer series of W5 Late events will take place over four consecutive Thursdays this summer.
Kicking off on Thursday 21st July 2022 and running for four weeks, adults can let loose and unleash their inner child, as they explore the Reimagined W5, at a series of quirky themed events.
Following a major £5million investment last Autumn, W5’s two reimagined exhibition floors and eight interactive zones, featuring 250+ hands-on exhibits, form the perfect playground for a fun night out with friends.
A fully licensed bar will be available, serving a range of beer and wine.
What can you expect at W5 Late this summer:
July 21: House of Games
Join us on 21 July for our first W5 Late Summer Series event: House of Games.
Take part in Northern Ireland's latest quizzing craze - SpeedQuizzing, test your circus performance skills with the talented Circusful and unleash your competitive side with retro board games.
You may notice internet sensation, Joel M, roaming the floors performing magic tricks throughout the evening!
Also, on the night, you can get involved with our Geodesic Dome Build, Lego Tables and live out your childhood dreams at our facepainting station.
28 July: World of Illusion
Expect the unexpected at our World of Illusion night on 28 July.
Join us for a night of magic with one of the most unique and talented performers to grace the art of illusion - Rodd Hogg. The full-time magician and mentalist will be roaming the floors, performing pop-up tricks in front of your eyes. Feeling adventurous? Why not sign up for one of his workshops.
Experience our brand-new Sci-Fi scare adventure, The Dark. The experience features a unique blend of live actors, detailed sets, immersive soundscapes, lighting and special effects to create a new ‘total reality’ multisensory experience unlike anything ever seen in Northern Ireland.
Our Science Stage will also host the amazing Seeing and Believing Show which is not to be missed.
4 August: Destination Animation
Calling all budding animators. Our Destination Animation night on 4 August is not to be missed.
Have you ever wanted to develop your own comic book? Take part in our Giant Comic Book making experience and add your ideas to one large comic scene!
For one night only, W5 is teaming up with world-famous, award-winning animation studio Aardman, creators of Wallace & Gromit, Shaun the Sheep and Morph. Sign up for a special Shaun the Sheep model making workshop with expert Aardman model maker, Jim Parkyn. Book now.
Are you a budding artist that is searching for ideas, inspiration and tips? Join us for a special workshop with talented local artist, Shellz-Art.
Have you ever wanted to create your own comic book? Have a great idea for a character? Get involved in our Giant Comic Book making experience and add your ideas to one large comic screen.
Experience our brand-new Sci-Fi scare adventure, The Dark. The experience features a unique blend of live actors, detailed sets, immersive soundscapes, lighting and special effects to create a new ‘total reality’ multisensory experience unlike anything ever seen in Northern Ireland.
11 August: Music at the Centre
Join us for a night of music at W5 on 11 August!
Enjoy music from Kwame Daniels, Weston Clendinning and O'Brien Trad Music as you explore the W5 floors. Are you a budding musician? Why not bring along your instrument of choice and your voice and share it with others at our pop-up open mic stage?
Visit the Level 3 Mezzanine and listen to the Video Game Orchestra then pop across to the Science Stage where you can experience Little Bits of Music.
Feeling brave? Book tickets to our brand-new Sci-Fi scare adventure, The Dark – unlike anything Northern Ireland has ever seen!
Tickets cost £15 (plus booking fee) per person for general admission. Additional add-on workshops and experiences will be available for selected events, with further details to follow.