W5 Late - Flight Club

Prepare for lift-off at W5 Late - Flight Club, a strictly adults-only, after-hours evening of fun at Northern Ireland’s award-winning science and discovery centre.

For one night only, on Friday 26 September from 7-11pm, we’re clearing the runway of kids and giving grown-ups the cockpit controls!

Climb aboard for an interactive, flight-themed night where curiosity takes wing, and imagination soars. Whether you're a high-flying adventurer or just along for the ride, come join Flight Club and experience W5 like never before — turbulence-free and strictly 18+.

Take off into an evening of sky-high excitement as you dive into the mind-bending Vortex, conquer your fear of heights on the gravity-defying Climbit, and take command of breaking news in our airwaves-ready TV studio. Reach for the skies as you construct towering skyscrapers, or test your need for speed by building race cars built for runway rivalry — and that’s just your departure gate!

With eight interactive zones, over 250 hands-on exhibits, and a full programme of activities on the night, W5 Late is your first-class ticket to a playground made for grown-ups.

And when it's time to cruise at a more relaxed altitude, make a stop at one of our fully licensed bars, where you can enjoy a glass of wine, a cold beer, or your in-flight drink of choice.

Remember... #NoKidsAllowed!

The 'TOP ONE' Paper Plane Flight Challenge

The first rule of flight club is you should talk to your friends about FLIGHT CLUB.

The second rule of flight club is you should talk to everyone about FLIGHT CLUB.

The third rule of FLIGHT CLUB is if your paper plane hits the ground the flight is over!

Think you’ve got what it takes to be a top pilot?

In this high-flying challenge, you’ll transform a plain sheet of paper into the ultimate flying machine. Your mission: use your creativity, inventiveness and aeronautical abilities to design, build and launch a paper plane that can fly high and travel far.

The concept is simple, but the competition will be fierce.

The person who builds a plane that flies the farthest will be our ‘Top One’ Pilot. The Reward - a £200 airline voucher!

Now’s the time to get folding, testing, and perfecting your creation. Because there's only one question left…

"You up for this one, Maverick?"

Birds of Prey - Hawk Walks NI

Did you know? Dinosaurs didn't entirely vanish – they evolved into birds! Explore the fascinating link between these ancient reptiles and modern masters of the sky.

Join Jo and David from Hawk Walks NI and meet some true champions of flight. This is a unique opportunity to see some of nature’s most beautiful birds of prey up close and personal, in the air as they take flight in our Lecture Theatre.

Dinosaur Encounters in the Carnivore Enclosure

Follow the roars into our Carnivore Enclosure, where history's most fearsome predators await. You'll come face-to-face with Spinosaurus, Giganotosaurus and even some Raptors. Keep your distance - these prehistoric beasts might bite!

Puffin Rock Sketch Club

Get ready to unleash your inner artist at Puffin Rock Sketch Club! Join these easy, step-by-step drawing sessions that will guide you on how to draw Oona, Baba, and friends from the hit animated show produced right here in Northern Ireland!

Say Cheese... Or Strike A Pose

This will be a night to remember, and our photographer and videographer will be capturing the magic as it happens throughout the evening.

By joining us, you might find yourself starring in our future posts, promos, or event highlights. If you’d rather keep a low profile, simply let a member of the team know on the night.

So bring your best smile, your best move, and maybe even your best Top Gun impression.