Oxford North to sponsor Pint of Science Oxford 2026

Oxford North is proud to be again sponsoring Pint of Science Oxford 2026, the world’s largest festival of public science talks.

Pint of Science is an annual worldwide science festival, bringing researchers to pubs and cafes to share their scientific discoveries.

In the festival’s 14th edition, Oxford North will be exclusive sponsor of all Oxford venues.

This year, the award-winning global festival will take place between 18th – 20th May 2026, in over 600 cities across 25 countries and 45 towns and cities in the UK. All operating at the same time.

The mission is to bring together researchers and science enthusiasts alike in pubs and cafes to share their scientific discoveries. Each night provides a lineup of talks, demonstrations and live experiments held in relaxed and informal environments.

Venues and Themes

This year, Pint of Science Oxford will be taking place across three venues: James St Tavern and The Oxford Blue both situated on Cowley Road and St Aldates Tavern in the heart of the city centre.

The themes include ‘The Beautiful Mind’, which delves into the connections between neuroscience, psychology and psychiatry, lead by Dr Susanna Cooper, Postdoctoral Research Scientist at University of Oxford. ‘Our Body’, explores medicine, human biology and health, lead by Dr Gintare Smagurauskaite, Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Oxford and ‘Tech Me Out’ investigates the world of technology, robotics, computers and engineering, lead by Dr Lucy Garner, Research Fellow at Somerville College and Postdoctoral Researcher at University of Oxford.

Oxford North and Pint of Science collaboration

Simon Ruck, managing director of Oxford North Ventures, said: “It is wonderful to further deepen our partnership with Pint of Science Oxford, one that is based on a shared commitment to enable discovery and make science and technology accessible for all.

“At Oxford North, we are passionate about creating space that encourages discovery and connections. Pint of Science allows people to be curious and simply chat outside of formal lecture theatres, providing everyone with a platform to discuss important research in our world.

“Here is to a fantastic week of discovery, collaboration and connections.”

Praveen Paul, founder of Pint of Science said: “We are so pleased to have Oxford North supporting us once again, its support for our Oxford venues is greatly appreciated and helps us make Pint of Science a success for everyone.

“Oxford North is a key part of the innovation ecosystem and so it is an exciting and important partnership. We’re looking forward to another year of Pint of Science.”