Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour

Physicist Professor Brian Cox brings his Emergence World Tour to the Bournemouth International Centre for two nights, on 7 and 8 November 2026. Over the course of the evening he turns some of the biggest questions about the universe, its origins, what holds it together and humanity's place within it, into a live science show pitched at a general audience.

What to expect

Cox's tours favour striking visuals paired with his knack for explaining complex ideas over a formal lecture format, making cosmology and physics feel accessible regardless of scientific background. The venue confirms the exact running order and any interval nearer the date, so check the BIC's official listing for the latest information before booking.

Planning your visit

Right on the seafront in the town centre, the Bournemouth International Centre is an easy walk from the beach, the Lower Gardens and a solid choice of restaurants and bars for before or after the show. Tickets go through the venue's official listing, which also carries the most current start times, prices and ticket availability.

Dates & times

7 to 8 November 2026

Professor Brian Cox: Emergence World Tour good to know

When and where is Professor Brian Cox's Emergence tour in Bournemouth?

Professor Brian Cox performs two nights at the Bournemouth International Centre, on 7 and 8 November 2026. A large seafront venue in the town centre, the BIC has its official listing confirming current start times and tickets before you set off.

What kind of show is the Emergence World Tour?

Rather than a lecture, this is a live science show, with Brian Cox tackling the biggest questions about the universe, its origins, how it functions and where humanity fits within it. Big ideas come alive on the big screen, with the running order confirmed nearer the date.

Are both nights of the Emergence tour the same show?

Both 7 and 8 November feature headline performances by Professor Brian Cox on the same Emergence tour, so either date works depending on what suits you. Any changes are confirmed closer to the shows, so check the venue's official listing before booking either night.