Join us for Harry Potter Science, where young witches and wizards can unleash their magic through hands-on experiments—make crystals disappear, cast spells with bubbling, colour-changing potions, move objects with a magic wand, and watch powders magically dance in a fun blend of science and enchantment. This event will be run by the external presenter –…
Get ready for lift-off, as you launch your own rockets and aim for the stars with ‘It’s Rocket Science’. Discover more about the science behind rocketry, flight, the laws of motion, and aerodynamics as you blast off as part of World Science Festival Queensland. See how far your rocket can fly, or compete against a…
World Science Festival Queensland 2026 brings you mind-blowing wonders. This free, all-ages event features hands-on activities and live shows in a fun, kaleidoscopic celebration of science, technology and nature. Be taken on a journey through wildly different ecosystems, astonishing technologies and groundbreaking engineering feats. Discover surprising wonders of the natural world, explore the thrilling role…
World Science Festival Queensland 2026 brings you mind-blowing wonders that are, in a word, wild! This kaleidoscopic celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths takes students on a journey through wildly different ecosystems, astonishing technologies and groundbreaking engineering feats. Discover surprising wonders of the natural world, explore the thrilling role of tech in extreme environments, and…
Discover, learn and play at our community science day! With special guests Starr’s Planetarium, the University of Newcastle’s SMART Team and access to our very own STREAM resources, celebrate science in a fun and interactive way, all day. Starr’s Planetarium Discover the universe with Starr’s Planetarium’s state-of-the-art 360° 4K mobile theatre. Combining stunning visuals, surround…
Geospatial tools are changing the way we live, work and move around. We use them every day without thinking about it: when tracking a delivery or finding a nearby café. Satellites, drones and sensors manage traffic, respond to emergencies, monitor disasters, and constantly track our movements. Huge spatial data sets help us see new patterns. But…
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….
Join us for a Public Lecture by Professor Uri Onn from the Mathematical Sciences Institute (MSI), at the Australian National University as part of National Science Week. This lecture aims at introducing the general audience to a beautiful relationship between maths, physics and music. We will explore the evolution of ideas that led to the…
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…
Do you have what it takes to be an astronaut? For children aged 7-11. Create a game using Scratch that will test if you have what it takes to be an astronaut! Also, see how far the International Space Station travels in the time it takes you to react. This project is suitable for beginners.
