NEW EXHIBITION: Project Apollo: The Lunar Landings 
The brand new interactive experience that will add a whole new experience to every visit, whatever your age.  Land the lunar module in our new simulator , have your picture taken on the surface of the Moon and get up close to a genuine piece of the Moon returned by the Apollo astronauts.

March
Sunday 14 March - Want to get on TV? This Sunday CBBC will be at the centre looking for children with great ideas and inventions to feature in a new show; 'This Kid could Change the world'. Have you got an idea to improve something that doesn't work very well? Are you always thinking of new ways to do things? If so, the CBBC crew want to hear from you. Children will need to be aged between 9 and 12.

Night @ the Museum
Friday 19 March 6-9pm
Come along for an evening inside and out dedicated to the night sky. Leicester Astronomical Society join us for an evening of star gazing, workshops and of course the six interactive galleries to explore. £8 Tickets only available by calling 0116 258 2111. Limited tickets available. More info

April
Space Race 'From Imagination to Rocket Science'  27 March — 11 April
Discover everything you need to know about the origins of space travel and one of the most exciting period in history, as we begin the Space Race journey to relive the epic battle to control space. More info

May
The Garrison Strikes Back
22 — 23 May
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, join the 501st UK Garrison for the ultimate Star Wars invasion. With over 100 characters from this iconic movie, this will be a weekend not to be missed. Premium Event. Annual Passes not valid. Pre-booking reccomended.