Journey the depths of the ocean, uncover a hothouse of giant botanical robots, or experience the world through the senses of a spider as the Festival of Tomorrow returns.
The festival, set to run from Monday 10 to Saturday 22 February, blends the creative arts with research and innovation to explore the ideas that will shape our shared future.
Organisers say Swindonians can look forward to an even bigger programme of performances, immersive art, events and free drop-in activities than ever before, thanks to support from key partners UK Research and Innovation, Business West and Arts Council England.
For 2025, artists, performers, researchers, universities and organisations from across the UK will be coming together to re-imagine Our Future Earth.
The fun will kick-off with a free programme of workshops, performances and online shows for Swindon primary schools, followed by an exciting line up of events, art installations and free family activities at venues about the town during February half-term.
Whilst the full programme is still under wraps for now, Swindon families can look forward to free events and activities to keep everyone entertained throughout the half-term week.
Festival favourites Air Giants are back, with their brand- new creation; Hot House – an interactive garden of 2.5 metre tall otherworldly inflatable plant sculptures, brought to life with their pioneering robotic technology. Meanwhile, shoppers at the Designer Outlet will experience the magic of marine life, as
Incredible Oceans bring the vibrant world beneath the waves to the surface.
Adults are also catered for with events covering a fascinating range of topics and speakers from the worlds of art and design, social sciences, innovation, the environment and space.
The festivities will culminate in a two-day Finale Extravaganza on Friday and Saturday 21 and 22 February, taking place once again at The Deanery CE Academy in Wichelstowe.
Visitors can expect live demonstrations, hands-on science and creative activities and fun challenges from organisations including the James Dyson Foundation, Catalent and many leading universities - as well as immersive planetarium shows from family-favourites Explorer Dome.
To be first in line for tickets and the latest Festival announcements, people can sign up for updates at www. festivaloftomorrow.com
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