Science shows

Our live science shows are a must-see for everyone from curious kids to lifelong learners. Our Science Ambassadors deliver interactive shows on a variety of fascinating topics. Shows run on weekends and throughout school holidays, or book a special themed show for your school group.

School Holiday show schedule

NSW Winter School Holidays (4 - 19 July 2026)

Shows run every day throughout the school holidays, or book a screening for your group. All shows are 20 minutes in length. Tickets are required for all visitors aged 3 years and over.

10:45am - Up in Flames (suitable for all ages)

12:15pm - Bubbleology (suitable for younger audiences)

2:00pm - Liquid Nitrogen (suitable for older audiences)

3:00pm - Up in Flames (suitable for all ages)

More shows and events at Science Space

About the shows

Bubbleology

Suitable for younger audiences

Our most popular show for junior scientists! Find out what bubbles are made of, learn why they’re so stretchy and lazy, and watch us put a brave volunteer inside a giant bubble. Discover the science behind surface tension, shapes and colours, and see how bubbles behave in surprising and spectacular ways. Expect popping fun, dazzling tricks, and lots of laughs as we explore the fascinating world of bubbles!

Liquid Nitrogen

Suitable for older audiences

Keep your cool with our Liquid Nitrogen Show! Explore the science of states of matter with our coolest chemical on site. This explosive and exciting show is full of thrills and chills as we freeze, smash, and pop our way through the changes between solids, liquids and gases. Recommended for ages 8 to adult.

Up In Flames

Suitable for all ages

Ignite your curiosity as we explore the explosive science of fire! Discover how heat, oxygen, and fuel combine to create powerful reactions, and watch as flames ignite, grow, and disappear before your eyes. Packed with thrilling demonstrations and fiery surprises, this high-energy live show blends spectacular visuals with real science, revealing how fire behaves - and how it can be controlled. Performed by professionals - don’t try this at home!

Combined pass: entry + shows

The Combined Pass offers discounted general entry plus 1 x planetarium show ticket and 1 x science show ticket per person.

*Select shows on arrival. Subject to availability.

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School Holiday show schedule

About the shows

Combined pass: entry + shows

Ignite your curiosity

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