What's on during National Science Week
Published on 01 August 2025
National Science Week (9 - 17 August) is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology.
The week features more than 1,000 events around Australia, delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and science centres.
Woollahra Libraries are jumping on board and will be hosting a number of fun science themed events for all ages.
More Science Week Events
Join us on Sunday 17 August for Science in the Swamp - a FREE family fun day out at Centennial Park!
Loch Avenue South will transform into a pop−up village of scientific wonder this National Science Week, with live science shows, hands−on experiments, native animals and over 30 stalls to explore.
Don’t miss the life-sized roaming dinosaur and your chance to meet real-life scientists at this special event.
When: Sunday 17 August 2025 | 11am – 3pm
Where: Dicken's Lawn, Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park
Visit the National Science Week website to discover more events taking place across Sydney.
Science Week Experiments
Need some science inspiration? Head to our Children's Digital Events hub for science experiments and other science-themed activities.
We also offer fun science themed events for kids all year round via our mini makers club.