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Science in the Swamp at Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park  (Free)

  • Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park  (map)

Enjoy a FREE family fun day out at Centennial Park on Sunday 20th August for Science in the Swamp!

Science in the Swamp is returning to Loch Avenue South for an exciting day jam-packed full of science, fun and discovery for the whole family.
 
Unleash your inner scientist with hands-on, family-friendly science experiments and captivating displays. Get up close with native animals, chase giant bubbles, dipnet for pond creatures, learn bush survival skills or visit the pop-up ocean lab. Don’t forget to say hello to Ginger, the incredible life-sized roaming dinosaur!

Science Week

Meet real life scientists, geologists, zoologists, mathematicians and marine biologists as you visit over 30 awe-inspiring stalls and activity stations. It’s free to attend with food trucks, picnic areas and live shows – guaranteed science fun for adults and children alike!

Science Week

Some highlights include:

  • Ask A.I Science Show - Can an artificial intelligence algorithm write a spectacular science show?

  • Amelie Ecology Bee Song Show - Explore the curious ecology of soil microorganisms, blue-banded bees through music and song.

  • John’s Reptile Awareness - Snake display and show including advice for staying safe around snakes.

  • Bugs About - Learn to love creepy crawlies at the live bug display.

  • Australian Wildlife Display - Meet native furry, feathered and scaly friends at the wildlife display.

  • Sydney Institute of Marine Science - Science under the sea with a pop-up ocean lab.

Science Week

Date: Sunday 20 August 2023 

Time: 11.00 am - 3.00 pm   

Location: Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park  

Tickets: Free

More info here.