Science Alive

Science Alive is an immersive event where you can discover the science behind all aspects of our day-to-day lives. It’s a great day out for the family where you can spark your curiosity, with a diverse range of exhibits and interactive displays. Come and experience ‘All kinds of Awesome’ with leading organisations and community groups….

Chase the Light – Capturing Bioluminescence with David Finlay

Some of nature’s most spectacular experiences happen after the sun goes down! Are you curious about how to find bioluminescent sea sparkles, or ghost fungi glowing in the forest? Join David Finlay, a science communicator, photographer and passionate advocate of Australia’s remarkable bioluminescent wildlife. Through photography, social media, public presentations and volunteer night walks, David…

Aboriginal Heritage Walk

Wominjeka! Journey into Royal Botanic Gardens Melbourne, a significant cultural site for the local Kulin Nation, with a First Peoples guide.  Gain insight into the rich history and thriving culture of the First Peoples of Australia through a journey of identifying significant native plants within the Gardens. Learn about Aboriginal plant uses, customs and ongoing…

Discover the Science of the Outback – Science-Like magic but real

Western Landcare at the Mundi Mundi Bash – Discover the Science of the Outback The Mundi Mundi Bash is one of the Far West’s most iconic events, attracting thousands of visitors to experience the unique landscapes, wildlife and spirit of the Australian outback. It provides the perfect setting to spark curiosity, inspire discovery and connect…

Victoria Park Primary School Scitech Night

What if your Friday night was spent exploring science galleries, watching a planetarium show, and winning awesome prizes, all while helping your school? Join Victoria Park Primary School for a Science Week Fundraiser Night at Scitech on Friday 21 August, 5pm to 8pm. Right in the middle of National Science Week, we’re taking over one…

2026 Awards Day and Ag Science Expo ‘Fungal Forensics’

Help us celebrate National Science Week this year at the Department of Primary Industries Hermitage Schools Science Competition’s Awards Day & Ag Science Expo.  This event formally recognises prize winners and participants of the 2026 ‘Fungal Forensics’ themed competition and celebrates all things agricultural science. There will be heaps of fun and learning to be…

CSIRO Robot Responders – Design-a-Robot competition

Design a rescue robot for the chance to win great prizes This National Science Week, young people are invited to become CSIRO robotics engineers and take on the CSIRO Robot Responders Competition. Create a robot for places too difficult or dangerous for humans to go, such as deep caves and lava tubes, marine environments, or…

Science for Health – Climate and health awareness in remote Australia

Calling all Central Australian students and educators! Join us this National Science Week for an exciting event at The Menzies School of Health Research Alice Springs. Students and anyone interested in learning about careers in science and STEM and the pathways to get there through talks and hands-on experiences. Two sessions are running across the…

Pub Trivia in your Pyjamas

Put on your favourite pyjamas, grab a drink, and get ready for a brilliant night in! To celebrate National Science Week, we are bringing the ultimate science trivia experience straight to your couch with Pub Trivia in your Pyjamas. Hosted by the fabulous duo, Karen Player and Vanessa Barrett, this special event will test your…

Plants for Space – Cosmic Echoes Exhibition and Space Salad Wet Lab

Could a salad actually save an astronaut’s life on a two-year mission to Mars? Spoiler: it just might, and YOU get to find out how! Welcome to the Space Salad Lab, where real food science meets outer space. This epic two-hour workshop kicks off inside the Cosmic Echoes Exhibition before diving headfirst into one of…