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Discovery Zone

Discovery Zone

Explore the latest topics in sustainability, dive into cultures from around the world, and build insect homes for our tiniest friends in the Discovery Zone. All these events and more will be hosted around UCD’s Upper Lake and its surrounding buildings.

 

Many of the Discovery Zone events are drop-in, but don’t forget to Register for this zone using the button below if you wish to attend. A very small number of events are individually bookable, check the events below.

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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Chinese Art and Craft Workshops
Enjoy a host of Chinese Cultural Workshops in the beautiful Confucius Building.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
It All Started With a Scrunchie
Why not drop in and learn how to make your own upcycled scrunchie?
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Upcycled Rug Workshop
This is open to all ages, spend 10 minutes or a few hours making a fun group collaborative art piece.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Insect Hotel Workshop
Use locally found branches, twigs, pine cones, and bamboo to fill in wooden structures to create a natural biodegradable habitat for the local insect life.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Sustainability Cycling Tour of Belfield
Take a trip around campus on the UCD conference bicycle and explore UCD's wildflower meadows, green roofs, and sustainability practices.
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12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Embracing All Cultures and Ethnicities
Through inspiring culture, coffee mornings, and events, UCD MENU brings the international community together. Drop in for a unique atmosphere with creative art and talks.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The UCDictionary
The UCDictionary gives you the chance to help us build a multilingual digital dictionary centred on the UCD Community.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
UCD Archaeology at our Centre for Experimental Archaeology and Material Culture (CEAMC)
Visit an early medieval house reconstruction project, and learn about lifeways in the ancient world through special artefacts and bones from archaeological sites.
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12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
UCDVO Mandala Workshop with Mayumi Nakabayashi
Mayumi is a Japanese multidisciplinary artist who has been living in Ireland since 1999. She co-creates ephemeral geometric patterns (mandalas) and land art using plants and other natural materials.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Curious Play with ReCreate
Join ReCreate, the creative reuse company, for fun workshops and imaginative play. You and your family will unlock the true magic of 'creative reuse' through a reimagined world of salvaged materials.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Senco Sensory Express Bus
The Senco Sensory Express bus is for neurodivergent attendees at the UCD Festival who need a sensory break.
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12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Learning With Creativity Sensory Zone at UCD Research
Visit the UCD Research Building for a quiet space that welcomes all kids to explore and learn through different sensory experiences.
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12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Thorntons Recycling: Food Waste Recycling & Free Nutrient-Rich Compost
Visit our booth on June 10th to collect your free compost and learn more about the importance of food waste recycling.
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12:00 pm - 12:45 pm
Vibes of Africa: An Afrobeat Dance Workshop
Feel the Afro-beat at our energetic dance workshop. Immerse yourself in infectious rhythms, unleash your inner dancer, and embrace the vibrant spirit of Africa. Let's move and celebrate!
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Booking Required
12:15 pm - 12:45 pm
The Promises and Perils of AI: Preparing for a Positive Future for Society and Work
Join us for a live 30-minute plus Q&A panel discussion on AI, where we will be exploring the fascinating topic of AI's influence on society and the future of work.
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Booking Required
12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Write a story with ChatGPT
Write a story with the A.I. chatbot. We will run interactive workshops where participants will write a creative story together with ChatGPT.
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Booking Required
12:30 pm - 1:15 pm
Making UCD a Neurodiversity Friendly Campus – Panel Discussion
Neurodiversity is an area of growing awareness and importance in UCD; join our panel as we discuss why a neurodiversity-friendly campus is important.
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1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Chill Out Zone
Enjoy this space to relax, get some light refreshments, and listen to live music.
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Booking Required
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Expanding Agency: Women, Race, and Modern Architecture
Expanding Agency is a European Research Council-funded project that focuses on telling new stories about how women and ethnic minorities have shaped the built environment.
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1:00 pm - 1:45 pm
Bollywood Dance Workshop with Suman
Unleash your inner Bollywood star and groove to the tunes of Bollywood music with this beginner friendly workshop!
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Booking Required
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Work Choc: Sustainable Chocolate Workshop by Proudly Made in Africa
Join this interactive workshop to gain an understanding of the various processes and actions underpinning a sustainable value chain for chocolates.
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2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Céilí with UCD DanceSoc
Experience the lively rhythms of traditional Irish music, and learn the steps of centuries-old Irish dancing.
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2:30 pm - 3:15 pm
Slow it Down, Avoiding Fast Fashion
Would you like to know how to dress more sustainably? This presentation is a deep dive into the actual cost of fast fashion.
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Booking Required
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
‘Motivate and Influence Others’ with Paul Slattery
In this interactive workshop, we will go on an experiential journey of how to influence and motivate others.
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3:00 pm - 3:45 pm
Zumba with UCD DanceSoc
Get ready to groove and move at our exciting Zumba dance event designed for all ages and all levels of dancing!
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4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Entr’acte Theatre Group Choir
The Entr’acte choir present a selection of songs from their winning performance at the AIMS choral festival this year.
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Festival Zones

Festival Hub

Festival Hub

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Intel Science & Innovation Zone

Intel Science & Innovation Zone

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Medtronic Engineering & Technology Zone

Medtronic Engineering & Technology Zone

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Family Fun Zone

Family Fun Zone

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Mind & Body Zone

Mind & Body Zone

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Culture Zone

Culture Zone

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Sports Zone

Sports Zone

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