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    School Holidays at Science Space - Supercharged Science!

    There is so much space-themed action happening at Science Space these school holidays!

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    Power up your school holidays this Summer at UOW Science Space!
    • Brand new exhibits - Energy Futures Zone: Step into the future and spark your curiosity with Energy Futures - our brand-new, hands-on exhibition that's all about energy, excitement and discovery! 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!
    • Pop up fun - Kinetic Corner: Join us for pop up science busking fun at the entrance to our new Energy Futures Zone Spin, bounce, shake, launch and fly as we explore the science of energy in action! Daily, times vary.
    • Kiosk: The team from Piccolo Me is back with their pop-up kiosk, serving a delicious selection of light meals, snacks, and drinks throughout the school holidays. Open 11am - 2pm, 27 December 2025 - 31 January 2026.

    School Holiday Activities:

    Planetarium Shows: 20 December - 1 February

    • All ages
    • Tickets are required for all visitors aged 3 years and over.
    • 11:15 am - Tycho Goes to Mars (younger audiences)
    • 11:45 am - Solar System Expedition (all ages)
    • 12:15 pm - Violent Universe (older audiences)
    • 1:15 pm - Tycho Goes to Mars (younger audiences)
    • 1:45 pm - Solar System Expedition (all ages)
    • 2:45 pm - Violent Universe (older audiences)
    • Learn more/book here now

    Live Science Shows: 20 December - 1 February

    • All ages
    • Tickets are required for all visitors aged 3 years and over.
    • 11:00am - Bubbleology (suitable for younger audiences)
    • 12:00pm - Up in Flames (suitable for all ages)
    • 1:00pm - Liquid Nitrogen (suitable for older audiences)
    •  2:00pm - Bubbleology (suitable for younger audiences)
    •  3:00pm - Up in Flames (suitable for all ages)
    • Learn more/book here now

    Their popular Curiosity Days for ages 6-12 years are back these school holidays with three different themed programs to choose from!

    There will be the opportunity to enjoy both a live science show and an intergalactic adventure in our planetarium, with ample time to explore our interactive exhibits and pop-up school holiday activities. Each child will also receive a certificate of participation and a $5 gift voucher for our Science Shop.

    • DROP OFF: Drop off from 8:45am for 30min exhibit explore time (meet at front reception desk)
    • PROGRAM: Our activities will officially start at 9:15am
    • PICK UP: Between 3:30 - 4:00pm (from STEM Zone upstairs)

    WHAT'S INCLUDED? 

    • Hands-on STEM activities and challenges / Time to explore interactive exhibits and pop-up school holiday activities
    • Planetarium show / Live science show
    • Supervised meal breaks
    • Certificate of Participation
    • $5 Gift Voucher to spend in our Science Shop

    Curiosity Days hours have been extended to 8:30am-4pm for a full day of fun, including a live science show, planetarium adventure, hands-on activities and interactive exhibits.

    EARLY BIRD 10% DISCOUNT on Curiosity Days

    • Enter SUMMEREARLYBIRD in the APPLY DISCOUNT CODE option below (all caps).
    • Early bird discount ends 11:59pm on Sun 4th January 2026.
    SCIENCE SPACE MEMBERS 10% DISCOUNT:
    • Enter your membership number in the USE MEMBERSHIP option below (no spaces between numbers).

    Places are filling fast so get in quick to secure your child's place:

    • Theme Park Designers: Wednesday 14 January 2026, 8:45am-4:00pm - book here now
    • LEGO Robotics: Tuesday 20 January 2026, 8:45am-4:00pm - book here now
    • Robot Hack: Thursday 22 January 2026, 8:45am-4:00pm - book here now

    Holiday Show Schedule:

    • Their Planetarium and Live Science Shows run year-round on weekends and NSW School Holidays. All shows are 20 minutes in length. Tickets are required for all visitors aged 3 years and over.
    • Click here for Theatre Show and Planetarium Show Descriptions.

    Science Space Wollongong is the only major hands-on science centre in NSW. It offers exciting science experiences which are suitable for all ages. Over 90 exhibits, 5 dinosaurs, amazing science shows, it is NSW's most advanced planetarium and infinite fun - and it's right here in Wollongong - Click here to learn more.

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    • Science Space Wollongong 60 Squires Way North Wollongong New South Wales 2522, Australia
    • Cost: EARLY BIRD 10% DISCOUNT / SCIENCE SPACE MEMBERS 10% DISCOUNT - on Curiosity Days
    • Age: Curiosity Days for ages 6-12. Daily Science Shows for all ages.
    • Contact Person: Science Space Wollongong
    • (02) 4286 5000
    • [email protected]
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    • December 20, 2025 8:30 am - February 1, 2026 8:30 am Add to iCalendar Ongoing
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    • Science Space Wollongong 60 Squires Way North Wollongong New South Wales 2522, Australia

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