New Scientist Live, the world’s greatest festival of ideas and discoveries, returns to ExCeL London this October. The show is the perfect family day out for those wanting to stimulate their child's interest in science and STEM.

With over 50 renowned speakers across five stages and new interactive feature areas, the show is jam-packed with content and experiences to take you on an incredible, mind-blowing journey of discovery. Hear ground-breaking talks from leading experts, visit the exhibition featuring leading academic institutions and world-class organisations, and join workshops, all brought to you by those shaping the world of science and technology.

Are you intrigued to see how a hospital might look in 50 years’ time or how a patient visit will be? Join a host of medical experts from King's College London who will be showcasing cutting-edge technology that will power the hospitals of the future. You can immerse yourself in the latest developments from surgical robots to augmented reality, Artificial Intelligence to VR, and see how the latest medical innovations are being used by world-class clinicians to improve diagnosis and treatment.

If you think farming is unrelated to science and uses traditional technology, then join Farmers Weekly to hear how British firms are leading the world in sustainability, the future of food and agriculture along with the latest drone technology that will power it, to help tackle climate change.

One feature not to be missed is the immersive pop-up planetarium. See what it takes to become an astronaut and let the inspiration take you to new places you could never have imagined.

With VR rollercoaster rides to piloting a virtual drone, seeing inside an artificial star to smelling space, the show floor offers an unbelievable number of interactive experiences for everyone.

The event is aimed at anyone who has an enquiring and inquisitive mind. The unique mix of demonstrations, discussions and interactive experiences will amaze and inspire.