What's on

From hands-on workshops to interactive learning experiences, our programs are designed to spark curiosity, build confidence and keep young minds exploring all term long. Perfect for early learners, primary students and curious kids who love to ask “why?” Learning has never been this fun!

SPRING INTO SCIENCE THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS AT SCIENCE SPACE!

We will have a number of pop-up activities on the exhibition floors these school holidays. Drop in, no bookings required: 

Minibeasts Pop-Up play space – 10am-4pm, daily 

• Explore the world of bugs, insects and other backyard beasts through loose parts play, puppets, puzzles and more!  

 Green Screen – 11am – 2pm daily (drop in, no bookings required) 

• Honey I shrunk the kids! Dress up as a caterpillar or butterfly, then strike a pose in front of our green screen. Take home a free photo with a virtual background of some of your favourite creepy crawlies! 

 Bee Inspired Pop-Up - 10am-2pm Friday 2nd and 9th October ONLY  

• Get buzzing with our local Illawarra beekeeping friends from Bee Inspired these school holidays! Explore real bee frames, taste different honeys, discover the secret life of the hive, try on beekeeper gear, spot the queen, investigate bees under the microscope and even become a pollinator yourself. No bookings needed - just drop in, get hands-on and discover why bees are such incredible little workers! 

Plus, don't forget the Energy Futures Zone! Step into the future and spark your curiosity with our latest exhibition here at UOW Science Space. From clean energy tech to interactive displays, there’s something for everyone to see, touch, and marvel at. Perfect for kids, parents and curious minds alike - come spark some big fun this school break! 

The team from Aspire is back with their pop-up kiosk and their new food truck serving up a range of hot snacks! 

Aspire Café 10am-2pm 

• Coffee / sweets / drinks 

  Aspire Food Truck 11am-2pm 

• Burgers / Chips 

Keep your family refuelled and powered up as you explore all the interactive fun at UOW Science Space - perfect for keeping little (and big!) explorers energised for the day!