Science in the swamp (National Science Week)

Science in the Swamp returns this National Science Week on Sunday 16 August, bringing a free, family‑friendly day of hands‑on science to Centennial Park.

Explore over 40 stalls, shows and activities, from interactive experiments and robotics to wildlife encounters and live science demonstrations. Meet scientists and discover how science connects to the natural world, with experiences designed for all ages.

Event highlights include:

• UNSW Science Village – The biggest science precinct at the event, featuring slime-making, psychology experiments, astronomy, wildlife encounters, engineering, maths and hands-on STEM activities.

• Meet Ginger and the Baby Dinosaurs – Meet Ginger the life-sized dinosaur and get your photo taken with baby dinosaurs.

• Creative Science Live Show – Exciting science demonstrations featuring liquid nitrogen, audience participation and plenty of laughs.

• Daytime Astronomy – View the sun safely through specialist solar telescopes with astronomers from Blue Mountains Stargazing.

• Wildlife Encounters – Meet native animals including frogs, bats, birds, reptiles and mammals.

• Rooftop Bees – Watch a live observation hive, learn about pollinators and taste local honey.

• Green Room – Hands-on nature play, bushcraft, propagation and environmental activities led by GSP Education Rangers.

• Giant Bubble Station – Create giant bubbles and foam clouds in this interactive family zone.

• Meet a Scientist – Chat with scientists and researchers from universities and science organisations.

Free and outdoors, it’s a chance to explore, experiment and discover in the heart of the park — with more to come.