A High-Impact Science Experience for Kids
Bounce, Pressure & Power
What Children Do
Children test how air pressure changes the way a ball bounces and moves, running their own fair tests and recording real results, just like scientists.
What Your Child Learns
Physics is not just in textbooks. It changes how real objects move and perform.
Subjects Explored
Physics
Pressure
Energy
Motion
Measurement
Fair Testing
Beat Your Reaction Time
What Children Do
Children test how quickly their brain and body respond using lights, colour prompts or reaction challenges, then compare and try to improve their own results.
What Your Child Learns
Improvement can be measured, and practice genuinely changes performance. Biology is at work every second.
Subjects Explored
- Biology
- The nervous system
- Reflexes
- Focus and practice
- Measurable improvement
Design the Future Stadium
Shade & Cooling
How do you keep 90,000 people comfortable in the heat?
Sustainability
Water, energy, waste, designing stadiums that don't cost the earth.
Accessibility & Safety
Crowd movement, lighting and inclusive design for everyone.
What Children Do
Children test different materials, surfaces and textures to see how grip, friction and equipment design affect performance, thinking like product engineers.
What Your Child Learns
Engineers test, compare and improve the world around us. Every surface and material is a design decision.
For Girls and Boys
Science in Football is not a boys' football event. Children do not need to love football, play football or be sporty. The experience includes movement, but also design, creativity, science, materials, biology, engineering and problem-solving.
Scientists
Engineers
Designers
Inventors
Problem-Solvers
STEM Thinkers
This is a positive, inclusive STEM event for all children aged 6 to 16 years. Girls can see themselves as future creators, inventors and engineers, not just spectators.
Why Bring Your Kids?
Active but Safe
Soft balls, controlled areas, no contact play. Designed for an indoor family setting.
Educational Without Feeling Like School
Real STEM subjects delivered through discovery, not lectures.
Family-Friendly
Parents join too. An experience you share, not just drop off for.
Different From Normal Weekend Activities
Not a mall. Not a screen. Something genuinely new and memorable.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this a football training session?
No. It is a STEM discovery event happening during FIFA World Cup 2026 that uses football-inspired challenges to teach science, technology, engineering, maths, biology and design, not coaching or a football academy.
What if my child does not like football?
Completely fine. Football is the theme used to make STEM visible and exciting. Many activities involve building, testing, reaction, design and problem-solving, no football passion required.
Is this suitable for girls?
Yes. Science in Football is designed for girls and boys equally. It is not based on football skill or physical strength, design, materials, reaction and science challenges appeal to a wide range of children.
What age group is it for?
Ages 6 to 16, with the strongest fit around ages 8 to 14. Not suitable for toddlers or preschool children, activities involve structured challenges, measurement and instructions.
Do parents stay with their children?
Yes. Parents attend with their children throughout. Children lead the activities; parents watch, encourage, record results and take photos. Parents can also join selected design challenges.
Does my child need to be sporty?
No. Some challenges involve movement, but others focus on testing, designing, measuring, building and thinking. This event is happening during FIFA World Cup 2026 for sporty and non-sporty children alike.
Is it safe?
Yes. Activities are designed for an indoor family setting. Kicking activities use soft balls and controlled areas. No tackling, no contact play and no football match.
What should children wear?
Comfortable clothing and trainers are recommended. Football boots or studs are not needed and may not be allowed inside the venue.
What will my child learn?
Physics, pressure, motion, angles, probability, biology, reaction time, friction, materials, engineering, sustainability, design thinking and STEM problem-solving.
What is the refund policy?
Tickets are 100% refundable if you cancel at least 7 days before the event date.
Is this an official World Cup event?
No. Science in Football is an independent educational event inspired by football excitement. It is not affiliated with FIFA, the FIFA World Cup or any official tournament organiser.
What if my session sells out?
Once a session reaches capacity, that time slot closes. You may need to choose another available session or join a waiting list.
Produced by
1001 Inventions
Science in Football is created and organised by 1001 Inventions (UK), the award-winning science and cultural heritage organisation engaging 500 million people around the world. Producing more than 200 high impact STEM experiences inspiring young learners.
Previous 1001 Inventions Partners
- UNESCO (Official Engagement Partner)
Science in Football
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FIRST TIME IN RIYADH
June-July 2026