Get ready for an exciting hands-on science discovery these school holidays! Experience a 30-minute space-themed science show, followed by interactive activities with our super-science exploration stations.

Show Topics

⚡Plasma globe - find out what stars are made of and see plasma switch on a light bulb!

🔥Thermal camera - discover the unseen waves of energy emitted from our bodies!

🦷 Elephant’s Toothpaste - watch an explosive chemical reaction which makes fantastic "toothpaste" for an elephant!

Our exploration stations will give your child the opportunity for hands on science fun and creativity to ignite your child’s passion for science featuring:

🧪Curious Chemistry

🚀 Fascinating Physics

🌋 Awesome Earth Science

Details:
Host: The University of Newcastle's SMART Program in partnership with Lake Mac Libraries

Date: Friday 11th July, 2025

Time:

Session 1: 10:30am- 12:00pm
OR
Session 2: 12:30pm- 2:00pm

Location: Rathmines Theatre, Dorrington Road and Stilling Street Intersection, Rathmines 2283 View in Google Maps

Who: Primary school aged children. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult.

Cost: $10 per child, $5 per adult. Accompanying adults are also required to purchase a ticket.

Contact: Please contact the SMART Program with any questions via smart@newcastle.edu.au