Bubble, boil, BANG at Queensland Museum

Freeze a zooper dooper in seconds. See fire held in bare hands. Watch a tornado of flames twist into the sky (yes, really). Bubble, Boil, BANG! is an explosive live science show where curious young minds get a front-row seat to the wildest corner of chemistry and physics. We’re talking liquid nitrogen at -196°C, rainbow-coloured…

A Night at the Museum

Join us for A Night at the Museum as we celebrate National Science Week! Explore every corner of the museum after dark with entry to all exhibitions included. Get hands-on in SparkLab, sink your teeth into Croc! Lost Giants to Living Legends and experience the wonders of science through a packed program of family-friendly activities….

Science Night at SparkLab

Step into SparkLab for an adults-only night of science exploring amphibians: animals that live dual lives. Journey through time with evolutionary biologist Dr Ian Brennan as he unpacks how amphibians evolved, adapted, and persisted through the millennia. From metamorphosis and moisture-loving skin to remarkable reproduction and distinctive frog calls, uncover what makes amphibians unique, and how they thrive in…

Seeds of Science Sensory Garden at Pine Rivers Special School

Our Year 7 students at Pine Rivers Special School will design and create a sensory garden in an unused grassed area as part of National Science Week 2026: Seeds of Science. This hands-on project will immerse students in exploring plant growth, water systems, and sustainability through multi-sensory experiences.  Students will participate in planting, watering, and…

Science Week at Orelia Primary School

Get ready for a week of curiosity, creativity and discovery! During National Science Week 2026, our school will transform into a hub of scientific exploration as students from Kindergarten to Year 6 take part in a range of exciting science activities designed to inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators. The highlight of…

National Science Week at Bundanon

Join us to celebrate National Science Week at Bundanon. We will showcase a range of diverse activities highlighting the connections between science, art, culture and the natural world. Through conversations and immersive experiences, you will explore new perspectives with leading experts while discovering the unique landscapes and stories of Bundanon. The official line-up and schedule…

Seed of Science for all at Lambton High School

Plant an Idea, Grow a Future! Celebrate National Science Week and this year’s theme, “Seeds of Science: Nurturing knowledge for all.” Just as scientific ideas take root to change the world, we are engineering sustainable paper that grows to heal the local environment. What’s the Experiment? In this hands-on workshop, you will explore green material…

ANSTO x Auslan

Get ready for a unique insight into the diversity of STEM in Australia for a free Auslan-accessible tour and Careers Q&A panel. Take a tour of ANSTO’s nuclear reactor, research and medical manufacturing facilities.  Then join us for our Careers Q&A panel, featuring amazing examples of diversity in the STEM workforce. Deaf STEM professionals tell…

Old Knowledge, New Stories – Science on Country in Cunnamulla

This is a community-based activity, in Cunnamulla, which will deliver a free science on Country storytelling workshop with Seniors engaging with simple screen production processes and digital storytelling techniques. The workshop delivered in partnership with Cunnamulla Aboriginal Corporation for Health (CACH). This event is by invitation only and will include a free Red Carpet Community…

Biggest Science Lab Ever at WA Museum Boola Bardip

This National Science Week, step inside the Biggest Science Lab Ever! and discover how science begins with curiosity, questions, and the seeds of ideas that grow into something much bigger. Throughout the day, Level 3 at WA Museum Boola Bardip transforms into a hands-on space for all ages. Explore, experiment, and take part in interactive…