Wednesday 13 August 2025 | 11am – 1pm

Get hands-on with the science of speed and flight at the Museum of Land Speed! On Wednesday 13 August, we’re hosting a brilliant family drop-in session where you’ll build your own air balloon and mini hovercraft—and put them to the test.

Come along between 11am and 1pm and explore how air and motion work together to create lift, glide, and movement. Using simple materials, children and their grown-ups can create fun, air-powered contraptions and learn the science behind how they work.

Will your balloon float the farthest? Can your hovercraft travel smoothly across the floor? There’s plenty of room to experiment, tweak your designs, and race against friends or family.

This activity is perfect for budding engineers, curious minds, and anyone who loves making things move. It’s creative, educational and—most importantly—lots of fun!

No need to book—just drop in. All materials are provided and the activity is included in museum admission.

Check out our full summer line-up of family-friendly events on our What's On page and keep the holiday adventures going!

Let’s see what you can launch and glide!