Are you curious about Indigenous astronomy? How birds design their nests? Or keen to explore state-of-the-art science labs and museums? Whatever sparks your interest, there's something for you at this year's Science Festival.
Now in its 11th year, the University of Melbourne’s annual Science Festival is a week-long celebration held during National Science Week. This year’s jam-packed program features more than 10 free events for the public, including behind-the-scenes lab tours, lectures, popular online masterclasses, a physics show, and more.
Festival-Wide Experiences:
How to Think Like a Spy: The Science of Intelligence - 6 August - 6–7:30pm | Ages 16+
Online Masterclasses - 11–13 & 15 August | Ages 12+
Behind the Science Lab Experiences - 11–14 August | Ages 16+
All Science Festival 2025 Events:
6 August
How to Think Like a Spy: The Science of Intelligence 6–8:30pm
11 August
Stories, Seasons and Signposts in the Sky: Indigenous Astronomy - 10:30–11:30am
Climate Kids Live - 1:30–2:30pm
Bird Nests Around the World: Natural Wonders with Climate Clues - 2:00–3:00pm
Particle Physics Tours: Tiny, Energetic and Weird - 5:30–8:00pm
12 August
Burning Lessons from Country -10:30–11:30am
Lights, Chemistry, Action! - 5:30–9:00pm
13 August
The Secret Life of Sheep - 10:30–11:30am
Force and Flow: Where Motion Meets Innovation - 5:30–8:30pm
14 August
A Glimpse Into Student Life - 4:30–6:30pm
Flora, Fauna and TIGRR: The Past and Future of Biology - 5:30–8:30pm
15 August
How Antimicrobial Resistance in Animals Impacts Public Health - 10:30–11:30am
PHYSICS PHANTASY - 1:30–2:30pm
Event Details:
Dates: 11th to 15th August 2025
Location: The University of Melbourne - Grattan Street, Parkville, Melbourne, and online