This competition is now closed. Congratulations to Helen Wycherley.

Cork’s biggest science event returns to Fitzgerald Park on June 6-7, 2026! The Cork Carnival of Science promises two days of electrifying entertainment, interactive experiments, and live shows for all ages. With free entry, this outdoor festival is Ireland’s largest celebration of science. Expect everything from ancient fossils to futuristic tech. Roaming performers will dazzle with pop-up experiments and science street theatre, while top shows dive into the wonders of nature, weather, sport, and flight. With 26 science shows and over 50 fun filled STEM activities combined with Cork's finest street cuisine Cork Carnival of Science offers a great day for all the family.

As a proud media partner to the Cork Carnival of Science on June 6/7 at Fitzgerald Park, the Irish Examiner is giving our readers the chance to nominate a school to win a day of science fun in 2026 with Mark Langtry — The Science Guy from RTÉ’s Let’s Find Out. Ignite your curiosity with live science shows, science stalls and learning that feels like play.

Prize details:

• One nominated school will win a day of science fun in 2026 with Mark Langtry.

Terms and conditions apply. Non transferrable/exchangeable and cannot be used for re-sale. No cash alternative. Subject to availability. The editor’s decision is final. The winner will be announced, 12 noon on Friday May 29.