November 10, World Science Day for Peace and Development
Today is World Science Day for Peace and Development! This day was created to renew science's commitment to promoting peace and development. Examples of these goals include eradicating poverty and ensuring human security.
Furthermore, this day, along with all the related activities organized to commemorate it, serves to demonstrate why science is relevant to our daily lives. Science not only helps us understand the world around us, but also provides tools to address major global challenges.
As part of this celebration, we encourage you to explore Catalonia's museums! Museums are ideal places to discover how science has influenced history and the development of society. In Catalonia, you can find a wide variety of museums dedicated to different scientific disciplines, from biology and physics to technology and natural history.
Visiting these spaces is not only an opportunity to learn, but also to reflect on the role science plays in building a better future. Furthermore, many museums organize special activities and workshops to mark the occasion, which can be very enriching for both adults and children.
World Science Day for Peace and Development is an excellent opportunity to engage with scientific knowledge and appreciate its importance in our daily lives. Don't miss the chance to participate in the organized activities and visit museums that offer a unique perspective on the world of science.
Events
Memefest - Western Humor Festival in Tàrrega
From 19 to 24 OctoberFICVI - Vila-seca International Short Film Festival
From 17 to 25 OctoberCatalonia Industrial Tourism Week 2026
From 16 to 25 OctoberGastronomic rice days in Mont-roig del Camp and Miami Platja
From 9 to 25 OctoberFish stew in Roses
From 16 to 25 OctoberSanta Ursula Fair in Valls
From 16 to 25 OctoberLlançà in autumn, September and October
From 1 September to 31 OctoberNearby experiences
Carlist Wars in Igualada: The Legacy of the Carlist Wars
IgualadaDespite not being one of the main settings of the Carlist Wars, Igualada played a key role in understanding these 19th-century conflicts: the fortification strategy of the Seven Years' War, the assault of the Matiners, as well as the siege…
The Castellot, the watchtower of the Marca del Penedès - Trekultura
TrekulturaWalk through the vineyards of Sant Jaume dels Domenys and Castellví de la Marca! We propose an unforgettable experience in the Penedès region. We will travel to the municipalities of Sant Jaume dels Domenys and Castellví…
Guided tour of the old town of Verdú
VerdúFrom the Verdú Tourist Office, we offer guided tours of Verdú 's old town. Verdú is a town steeped in history, with stately homes once home to illustrious figures; it's the town of earthenware jugs and wine. The guided…
Activities and experiences in Ripollès
Ripollès TurismeReal experiences and authentic emotions. That's what awaits you in Ripollès, where you'll find everything you need to connect with the essence of the region. There are options for all ages and to enjoy year-round. Families, couples,…
Exhibition "Protegiu-nos de tot mal" by Jordi Borràs - Baix Pallars
Museu de Gerri de la SalThe Gerri de la Sal Museum is hosting "Protegiu-nos de tot mal" (Protect Us from All Evil), an exhibition by LA MIRA featuring photographs by photojournalist Jordi Borràs. The exhibition, open from August 9 to October 25, 2026, invites…
Museums of all kinds and for everyone in Baix Llobregat
Turisme Baix LlobregatIn Baix Llobregat there are museums on a wide variety of topics such as archaeology (the Gavà and Sant Boi de Llobregat museums), the use of water (the Water Museum in Cornellà de Llobregat), the art of decorative tiling (Can…