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Star Trek Celebrates 60 Years at the Science Museum

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Finally, the UK is getting a BIG Star Trek event for the franchise’s 60th Anniversary. Today, the Science Museum in London announced its impressive lineup of Star Trek activities to celebrate the franchise’s big anniversary. In a world first, audiences can experience the entire cinematic legacy in one season, including Star Trek 2009, Star Trek Into Darkness, & Star Trek Beyond, in full IMAX format. Plus, there are more fan events to get involved in!

The Star Trek at 60 programme will open on Thursday, 26th March, with a special edition of Lates. Visitors to this after-hours event will be among the first to experience the “Star Trek Trail” and access the museum’s exclusive Star Trek 60th anniversary product range. 

The Science Museum in London, United Kingdom

Activities & Star Trek Lates

A free trail spanning the museum will feature iconic objects from the Star Trek franchise’s archives, curated by the Science Museum. The Star Trek at 60 programme will open on Thursday, 26 March with a special edition of Lates. Visitors to this after-hours event will be among the first to experience the Star Trek Trail and access the museum’s exclusive Star Trek 60th anniversary product range.

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Amid out-of-this-world DJs, scientists, speakers, and performers, visitors are encouraged to don their costumes and strut the iconic catwalk in Energy Hall, pose for a photo in our 360 Enterprise Bridge experience or discover more about what cutting-edge research says about the big science questions of Star Trek, from augments to replicators.

Dr Glyn Morgan, Head of Collections and Principal Curator at the Science Museum, said:

Star Trek has invited audiences to be curious explorers for decades – a mission we know something about at the Science Museum. Star Trek as a cultural phenomenon has played a real role in changing the world of STEM, from inspiring technical innovations to encouraging a generation of modern astronauts. I hope that this Star Trek at 60 programme at the Science Museum inspires visitors to consider what might be possible if you boldly go where no one has gone before.’ 

Exclusive Merchandise for 60th!

As part of the celebration, anniversary merchandise developed by the Science Museum will be available for purchase on-site during the Star Trek takeover of the mezzanine level of the museum shop. From the 26th March 2026, visitors will be able to purchase a Star Trek 60th anniversary range of products, some of which are limited edition and exclusive to the Science Museum.

There is a limited-edition anniversary coin, an exclusive silver-embroidered cap, a sew-on patch, and more. Just look at those great-looking Star Trek socks! You need them!

Star Trek 60th Merchandise from The Science Museum

Star Trek 60th Film Schedule

To celebrate the anniversary, visitors – in a world first – can watch all thirteen blockbuster films in the franchise on one of the biggest screens in Europe. Here’s the Star Trek 60th Film schedule in full:

THE STAR TREK AT 60 FILM SEASON IN FULL 

Star Trek: The Motion Picture – The Director’s Edition 

Thursday 26 March @ 19.15

Ticketed, from £14 

The U.S.S. Enterprise proudly soars again in this newly restored, Director’s Edition of the original Star Trek movie classic. When an unidentified alien destroys three powerful Klingon cruisers, Captain James T. Kirk (William Shatner) returns to the newly transformed U.S.S. Enterprise to take command. Leonard Nimoy, DeForest Kelley, and the cast from the acclaimed Star Trek television series mobilise at warp speed to stop the alien intruder from its relentless flight toward Earth. 

Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (Director’s Cut) 

Thursday 2 April, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14 

Khan Noonien Singh, a genetically enhanced deadly enemy from Admiral James T. Kirk’s past re-emerges after 15 years to seek vengeance, forcing Kirk to once again join forces with the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise to confront his greatest adversary. 

This extended version of the classic adventure is widely regarded by fans as the greatest Star Trek film ever made. 

Star Trek III: The Search for Spock 

Thursday 9 April, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14 

Following the devastating events of Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan (1982), Spock, who sacrificed his life to save the U.S.S. Enterprise, is discovered alive on the mysterious Genesis Planet. With Starfleet enforcing a strict quarantine, Admiral James T. Kirk and his loyal bridge crew risk everything in a desperate mission to save their friend. But time is running out and danger is closing in. 

Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home 

Thursday 16 April, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14 

Following their daring mission to save Spock, Admiral James T. Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise find themselves fugitives, forced to return to 20th century Earth on an urgent and extraordinary quest to save the future of humanity. 

Celebrating its 40th anniversary, this joyful story of friendship and hope stands as one of the most cherished journeys in the Star Trek universe. 

Star Trek V: The Final Frontier 

Wednesday 22 April, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

On a peaceful shore leave, Admiral James T. Kirk, Spock and Dr. McCoy are abruptly summoned back into action when a mysterious and powerful renegade seizes control of a remote planet, triggering a crisis that threatens the stability of the galaxy. 

Star Trek VI: The Undiscovered Country 

Friday 1 May, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

As the Cold War–like tensions between the Federation and the Klingon Empire reach breaking point, Admiral James T. Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise are drawn into a deadly conspiracy that threatens to plunge the galaxy into chaos. 

This sixth chapter of the original Star Trek film saga delivers a farewell to the legendary original crew and concludes a cinematic era.  

Spock in The Undiscovered Country (2009)

Star Trek Generations

Thursday 7 May, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

This crossover film event unites two generations of Star Trek crews, marking the big-screen debut of the Star Trek: The Next Generation cast.  

When a devastating disaster threatens millions of lives, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise-D are thrust into a desperate mission that reaches beyond time itself and into the legacy of Captain James T. Kirk. Two captains, two crews, and two eras of Star Trek converge to fight a battle that will decide the fate of countless worlds. 

Star Trek: First Contact

Thursday 14 May, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14 

When the relentless Borg launch a devastating assault on Earth, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise-E pursue them through time in a desperate race to prevent the alteration of humanity’s destiny. 

A defining chapter in Star Trek cinema, it’s widely regarded as one of the greatest entries in the entire franchise. 

Star Trek: Insurrection

Thursday 21 May, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

When Captain Jean-Luc Picard uncovers a secret Federation plan to forcibly relocate a peaceful alien population, he and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise-E must defy orders to protect the very principles upon which Starfleet was founded. As Picard challenges a powerful conspiracy, the crew faces impossible choices that pit duty against conscience, and loyalty against obedience. 

Star Trek: Nemesis

Thursday 28 May, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

When a ruthless new leader emerges within the Romulan Empire, Captain Jean-Luc Picard and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise-E are drawn into a deadly confrontation that forces Picard to face his most dangerous adversary — a clone of himself. 

As political intrigue escalates into open conflict, the Enterprise crew must confront devastating choices. With the fate of entire worlds at stake, this final mission for the Next Generation crew becomes their greatest test. 

Star Trek: Nemesis (2002) – Via Paramount+

Star Trek: Nemesis and Star Trek will be screened at the Science Museum. TM CBS Studios Inc. © 2026 Par. Pics. 

Star Trek IMAX 2D 

Wednesday 3 June, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

The Star Trek film franchise returned in a bold reimagining of the legendary saga for a new generation in 2009.   

As black holes tear across space, the fate of the galaxy falls into the hands of two bitter rivals: James T. Kirk and Spock. When fiery instinct clashes with calm logic, their uneasy alliance becomes the crew’s greatest strength and the only hope of stopping total annihilation. 

Star Trek Into Darkness IMAX 2D 

Thursday 11 June, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14 

After a devastating terrorist attack at the heart of the Federation, Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise are launched on a relentless manhunt into enemy territory. 

Their target is a mysterious and terrifying adversary; a seemingly unstoppable force of destruction whose actions threaten to tear Starfleet apart from within. 

Star Trek Beyond IMAX 2D 

Thursday 18 June, 19.15 

Ticketed, from £14  

Captain James T. Kirk and the crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise venture deep into uncharted space, where they encounter a powerful new enemy who challenges them and everything the Federation stands for. 

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of this thrilling and emotional final chapter in the modern Star Trek saga on one of Europe’s biggest screens.  


Star Trek Warps To London!

This is a super exciting announcement for Star Trek fans in the United Kingdom! After a range of events in the United States for Star Trek’s 60th, it’s great to hear of more for fans around the world. Hopefully, it’s the start of more announcements and reveals, as Star Trek is for everybody! Make sure to follow Trek Central for more updates from the Science Museum, and maybe we’ll see you there!

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