October half term
Visitors can design their own alien species, try out stop-motion animation in the Animation Studio, and build interstellar spacecraft with a giant rocket building kit. Guests can also join a galactic treasure hunt around the museum and play classic space-themed arcade games on the big screen. Screenings of family-friendly sci-fi shorts like Pixar's Lifted run in Revolution Manchester, alongside a photo opportunity with the Albert Slime-stein monster in the Upper Yard.
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When
Tickets
Free holiday programme. Add a ticket to Power Up for additional gaming fun.
Hours
Animate your own extra-terrestrial character: 10.20–12.20 and 13.20–16.20; Create your own alien and Build a spacecraft: 10.00–16.00; space-themed games: 14.00–16.00; family-friendly sci-fi screenings: 10.30, 11.30 and 12.30.
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Tips & Advice
- Tram services are restricted during the half term due to improvement works, so check the TFGM website before traveling.
- The stop-motion animation studio activity has limited capacity.
- Visitors attending on Saturday 31 October are encouraged to come dressed in Halloween costumes.
Special Events & Promotions
- Visitors on Saturday 31 October are invited to wear a Halloween costume.
- Albert Slime-stein appears in the Upper Yard from 24–31 October.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What films are shown during the sci-fi screenings?
The museum screens Pixar's Lifted and BBC's The Smeds and the Smoos, both rated PG.
Is there an age recommendation for the animation activity?
The stop-motion animation activity is recommended for children aged 7 and older.
Where is the Albert Slime-stein monster located?
Albert Slime-stein pops up in the Upper Yard as part of Halloween in the City's MCR Monsters.
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