Join us on Sunday 18 August for Science in the Swamp – a FREE family fun day out at Centennial Park!
Loch Avenue South will transform into a pop−up village of scientific wonder this National Science Week, with live science shows, hands−on experiments, native animals and over 30 stalls to explore.
Don’t miss the life−sized roaming dinosaur and your chance to meet real−life scientists at this special event.
Event highlights include:
Meet a dinosaur – Get up close to crowd-favourite Ginger the life-sized Australovenator dinosaur, who returns in 2024.
Dr Graham’s Blow Up Science Show – Dr Graham explodes his way through the chemistry and physics of things that go bubble, boom, zoom, bang and occasionally catch on fire.
Cool aeronautics – Design, make and fly a mini helicopter, with help from the Cool Aeronautics team of aeronautical and space engineers.
Rooftop Bees – Watch busy bees at work in an observation hive and taste a range of delicious honeys.
Robokids – Learn technological skills to thrive in the ever-changing, automated world that lies ahead.
Get hands-on with experiments at over 30 exciting science stalls
Meet Ginger the life-sized roaming dinosaur
Engage with science in a fun, interactive way
Don't miss mind-blowing live science shows
Get hands-on with experiments at over 30 exciting science stalls
Meet Ginger the life-sized roaming dinosaur
Engage with science in a fun, interactive way
Don't miss mind-blowing live science shows
Event Details:
Date: Sunday 18 August 2024 11:00am – 3:00pm
Location: Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park
Tickets: Free – no tickets or registration required
Note: Science in the Swamp is a free community event – everyone is welcome to attend, however activities are catered to school-aged children.
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