Exceptional closure and reduced programme
Due to CERN 70th anniversary ceremony, Science Gateway will be exceptionally closed on 1 and 2 October. In addition, the audiorium won't be accessible and there won't be any science shows or films until 4 October. Our exhibitions will remain accessible on open days. Check opening dates and times here.
Exploring farther: machines for new knowledge
- Event of 4th of July 2024, at 19.30 in Science Gateway (CERN) -
Over the past century, physics has unveiled the fundamental laws of nature and traced the Universe’s evolution back to the Big Bang. Yet, many mysteries remain, and numerous secrets are still hidden within the cosmos.
Science Night 2024 : Dive into the Cycles of the Universe with CERN
The 14th edition of La Nuit de la science takes place on July 6 and 7, 2024 at the Museum of the History of Science and in the Parc de la Perle du Lac.

CERN will actively participate in this event with a stand entitled "11245 rotations per second" and two scientific workshops.
Getting to CERN Science Gateway Auditorium
Visitors for exhibitions, guided tours etc must go to Visitors Reception (opened from Tuesday to Sunday), labelled 1 on this map
1, Esplanade des Particules
1217 Meyrin
Switzerland
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Exclusive CERN shop discounts
CERN access card holders and event participants can benefit from exclusive discounts all year long at the CERN shop in Science Gateway from Tuesday to Sunday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The case of the (still) mysterious Universe
Public event on 6 June 2024 at 19.30 at CERN Science Gateway
Over the past 100 years, physics has advanced our understanding of nature to an unimaginable degree. The fundamental laws governing many of the building blocks of the Universe have been discovered, and the evolution of the Universe can be traced back 13.8 billion years to almost the beginning: the Big Bang.
CineGlobe 2024
The 13th edition of CineGlobe will take place from May 15 to 19 at The CERN Science Gateway and CERN IdeaSquare !
This festival inspired by science of all kinds will feature short film screenings, hands-on workshops, immersive experiences and special evenings accessible to everyone.
Complete programme and all practical information available on cineglobe.ch

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