- On Friday, September 26, the major scientific event will be held in hundreds of European cities.
- Free programming open to all audiences: workshops, talks, treasure hunts, astronomical observations, and tours.
- The CSIC, universities, and city councils are coordinating proposals in Andalusia, Madrid, Catalonia, Galicia, and many other regions.
- Check schedules, locations, and registration requirements so you don't miss the top events in your city.
The annual event that brings science to the streets returns in full force on Friday, September 26 , with simultaneous activities in hundreds of European cities. In Spain, CSIC centers, universities, and local organizations are offering a diverse and free program for all ages, from live experiments to urban routes with a scientific focus.
There will be workshops, flash talks, treasure hunts, astronomical observations, guided tours, and shows that combine art and science. You can follow the latest news and live updates on social media using the hashtags #NIGHTSpain , #NocheEuropeaInvestigadores , and #EuropeanResearchersNight.
Andalucía
In Cádiz , the IEO-CSIC and the ICMAN-CSIC are turning the Plaza del Rey in San Fernando into an open-air marine laboratory, with activities such as mapping the seabed , observing the coastline under a microscope, recognizing marine fauna and currents , and becoming familiar with real ocean exploration equipment.
In Córdoba , the IAS-CSIC celebrates "Science and Music Under the Stars" with astronomical observation, guided tours and micro-talks , while the IESA-CSIC promotes the Science Courtyards with meetings on surveys, citizen science and water quality in rural areas.
In Granada , the Paseo del Salón hosts tents and inclusive activities in the morning for students and in the afternoon for the general public: from "Accessible Astronomy" to DNA bracelets, scientific games, bioinformatics or shows that mix theater and outreach.
In Málaga , the Oceanographic Center organizes guided tours and educational workshops. In addition, the University of Málaga offers a full program of events, including workshops in the Paseo del Parque , a "Divulgatón" (a science outreach event) at the Rectorate, debates in the Eduardo Ocón Auditorium , presentations on the climate emergency in the Plaza de la Constitución, science walks through the historic center, and three tours of the Oceanographic Center (18:00 PM, 19:00 PM, and 21:00 PM).
In Seville , the main events will be held at the Casa de la Ciencia Museum (Peru Pavilion), with over 50 activities as part of a program of around 120 events throughout the city . These will range from composting, natural pigments, and olive oil tastings to games focused on healthy eating , races promoting liver health , and experiences exploring ecological niches and alternatives for blindness.
In Almería , the Night of Research is well established: it will be held between 18:00 PM and 22:00 PM in three locations (Mirador de la Rambla, a section of the Rambla Federico García Lorca, and the courtyard of the Government Delegation ) with 69 activities and the participation of 491 researchers . The program connects with the Horizon Europe missions : cancer, climate change, water and oceans, climate-neutral cities , and soil and food health.
Aragon
The CSIC Delegation and the University of Zaragoza are bringing "Science Strikes Back" to Plaza del Pilar (September 26 and 27), an epic scientific event featuring demonstrations of plasma, magnets, hydrogen, and fluorescence . INMA, EEAD, ICB, and ISQCH will be showcasing chemical lightsabers , crystals , molecular holograms , and materials such as "sand that never gets wet."
Cantabria
In Santander , Plaza de Pombo hosts a fair from 17:00 PM to 21:00 PM with 40 stands (UC, IFCA-CSIC-UC, IEO-CSIC, and other centers), as well as workshops and talks at the GIL Bookstore . There will be a children's treasure hunt, " Play with Science! " (spaces are limited), and a Science Café about exoplanets, along with pre-event activities throughout the week at the cultural center itself.
Castilla y Leon
The IRNASA-CSIC (Salamanca) is organizing a day for students with laboratory visits, networking opportunities , and guidance on research careers. In Soria , the ICMAB-CSIC is presenting LabTour with demonstrations on light, magnetism , and electron microscopy.
In Valladolid , the Science Museum is joining in with free activities. There will be limited tickets available (starting the day before, on a first-come, first-served basis) for chemistry and astronomy workshops , guided tours of "Damn Mathematics... or not?", and free access to physics experiments , the " Poison that cures, poison that kills " exhibition, and a talk/performance in the auditorium.
Catalonia
The European Research Night is taking place at multiple venues. In Barcelona and Vallès , the CNM-CSIC, the ICMAB-CSIC , and other centers are offering technological demonstrations , workshops, and engaging talks; the IDAEA-CSIC will address the impact of sunscreen on marine ecosystems and new technologies for agriculture; the IBE (UPF-CSIC) will present the Earth BioGenome ; and the ICM-CSIC will discuss enzymes that degrade plastics.
In Girona , IDAEA will address air quality and the prevention of natural hazards ; in Blanes , CEAB-CSIC proposes an evening of ecology with themed stations and a meeting with its research staff.
Region of Madrid
The capital city offers a variety of activities at several iconic locations. At the Telefónica Foundation Space , the CSIC's Cantoblanco centers are celebrating "The CSIC is calling you tonight" with science circuits, workshops, storytelling, live podcasts , and escape rooms for schools in the morning and the general public in the afternoon.
The IEO is participating in CaixaForum Night with a TED-style micro-talk about sharks and tuna . At the Moncloa campus, the CIB-CSIC is hosting a fair with stands on plants and viruses, chemistry, cardiopulmonary medicine, pH, heritage, corrosion, and 3D printing , in addition to lectures at the Moe Club.
The MNCN-CSIC offers free activities about birds, its collections , a treasure hunt, and its traditional camping trip . The Royal Botanical Garden offers an escape room for 4th year ESO and Baccalaureate students, the ICA-CSIC opens its greenhouses , and the CCHS-CSIC invites visitors on a journey through medieval cultures and the expedition of Ruy González de Clavijo.
The madri+d Foundation coordinates regional participation with the support of universities such as UFV , which includes round tables, exhibitions and workshops on art, design and technology : immersive installation "VAP", 3D fashion with CLO3D, catwalk "Myths of Thread", video game workshops , Fab Lab with 3D printing and a route about food markets and urban innovation.
Valencian Community
In the Viveros Gardens of Valencia, the CSIC centers are offering workshops to explore the inside of a plant , journey to the center of the cell , discover beneficial bacteria , the revolution of quantum games , and the role of particle accelerators . In addition, the new season of Science and Beers kicks off.
Galicia
The Galician Researchers' Night (G-Night) returns under the theme " Creative Consciences ." In A Coruña , the IEO-CSIC will offer workshops on sustainable fishing and the impact of plankton on the climate; in Pontevedra , the MBG-CSIC is organizing an escape room about a habitable future.
In Santiago de Compostela , INCIPIT-CSIC and IEGPS-CSIC open their doors with games and activities ; in Vigo , IEO and IIM-CSIC add workshops and a day with businesses participating in the " Oceanic Showcases " project.
Illes Balears
Under the hashtag #NitdelaRecercaIB , Mallorca, Menorca, and Ibiza are celebrating Research Night in a coordinated effort. In Mallorca , there will be a " Research Fair " featuring micro-talks by IFISC-CSIC, IMEDEA (CSIC-UIB), IEO-CSIC, SOCIB, and IGME-CSIC, as well as the exhibition "Oceánicas: Pioneras de la Oceanografía" (Oceanic Women: Pioneers of Oceanography) and activities at CaixaForum Palma.
In Menorca , the IEO joins in with talks, exhibitions and observation of the night sky at different points on the island.
Canary Islands.
The Canary Islands Oceanographic Centre (IEO-CSIC) participates in workshops and the Scientific Vocations Fair within MacaroNight , a project that connects the Azores, Madeira, Tenerife and Gran Canaria to promote outreach in Macaronesia.
Estremadura
In Mérida , the Night moves to the area around the Temple of Diana with 11 free workshops from 18:00 PM to 21:30 PM covering geomatics, archaeology, computer science, and telecommunications. The IAM-CSIC, celebrating its 25th anniversary, offers activities on mosaics, ceramics, pigments , and demonstrations with ground-penetrating radar.
Rome
The Spanish School of History and Archaeology in Rome (EEHAR-CSIC) brings the Tusculum project closer with demonstrations of ground radar , visits to the materials laboratory , to the collections of the Tuscolano Museum in Frascati and a meeting with archaeologists from the CSIC.
A diverse and open agenda that, from north to south, connects citizens with those who investigate our world: if you are looking for science that is close, free and for all ages , the European Researchers' Night is the perfect opportunity to explore, ask questions and participate firsthand.
