W5 Late - Robots

A robot uprising is coming to W5 this March! Join us for a high-tech, adults-only takeover where machines rule the night.

Witness battling bots locked in combat and swap stories with a chatty, animated robot. Think you know androids from algorithms? Test your robot knowledge at our fast-paced speed quiz and prove you’re the ultimate tech mastermind! Plus, so much more!

W5 Late is an after-hours evening of interactive fun at Northern Ireland’s award-winning science and discovery centre. At W5, fun has no age limit but for one night only in March 2025, no kids are allowed, and grown-ups are given the run of the place!

Join us for a night of fun at W5 Late on Friday 21 March from 7-11pm. With 8 zones and over 250 interactive exhibits, PLUS lots of activities on the night, it is the perfect playground for adults!

Our fully licensed bars will also be open on the night, where you can have a glass of wine or a cold beer.

Prepare to be programmed for fun as we dive into the world of mechanical marvels. This is a night you won’t want to miss!

Remember... #NoKidsAllowed.

Bud-E Goes Live

Head to The Studio zone on level 4, and get ready for an unforgettable experience as Bud-E goes LIVE! Our animated on-screen robot is stepping out of the digital world and into reality for an evening of quick wit, sharp banter, and non-stop entertainment. Expect laughs, surprises, and maybe even a few wisecracks at your expense!

RoboThespian – The Ultimate Performer

Powered by cutting-edge technology, RoboThespian is more than just a robot - he’s an entertainer! Watch as he acts, sings, cracks jokes, and delivers spot-on impersonations from some of your favourite films. The show-stopping star of W5 is back and ready to impress at The Studio zone on level 4.

The AMAZE Robot Arena – Action-Packed Battles & Challenges

Hacker Battle Bots – The Ultimate Robot Combat!

Get hands-on with real-life robot combat as Hacker Battle Bots bring their battle arena and war machines to W5. Whether you're a spectator or stepping into the arena, prepare for mechanical mayhem! (Remember Robot Wars? It’s like that—but live!)

Beat the Duck – The Quirkiest Challenge Yet!

A robotic duck? Oh yes. Face off against this foe in a wild, non-destructive battle in the Beat the Duck arena. It’s weird. It’s wonderful. And you won’t want to miss it!

Sphero Sumo – Who Will Be the Last One Standing?

Design your sumo warrior, place them on a mini Sphero robot, and take control in an intense sumo showdown. Can you outmanoeuver, outpush, and outlast your opponents in the ring?

Robot-Themed Quiz Night

Head to the Lecture Theatre on level 5 and test your knowledge in our Robot-Themed Quiz Night, where your wits and wisdom will be put to the test. From famous movie bots to real-world AI breakthroughs, how much do you really know about robots?