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    School Holidays at Science Space - Under the Sea

    Make a splash these school holidays at UOW Science Space

    School Holidays at Science Space - Under the Sea

    Make a splash these school holidays at UOW Science Space

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    School Holiday Activities: Under the Sea - make a splash these school holidays at UOW Science Space!

    Dive into discovery with a full day of ocean-themed family fun! Their "Under the Sea" holiday program features brand new science and planetarium shows, free green screen portraits, pop-up holiday activities and more.

    Please note: Science Space will be closed on Good Friday - 3rd and Easter Sunday - 5th April 2026.


    School Holiday Science Shows: 4 - 19 April

    Science Space's live science shows are a must-see for everyone from curious kids to lifelong learners. Their Science Ambassadors deliver interactive shows on a variety of fascinating topics.

    These holidays, Science Space is taking a look Under the Sea! Come in and see their brand new show - Water Works!

    View their Science Show Schedule here


    School Holiday Planetarium Shows: 4 - 19 April

    Their state-of-the-art planetarium, powered by DIGISTAR 6, offers an immersive journey through space. Explore distant galaxies, dive into the ocean depths, or travel back in time. With captivating shows for all ages, there's something for everyone. Their state-of-the-art planetarium, powered by DIGISTAR 6, offers an immersive journey through space.

    View their Planetarium Show Schedule here


    Diver Dave Ocean Adventures: Special Event - Tuesday 8 April & Friday 10 April, 10am - 3.45pm

    Join scuba diver and marine educator Diver Dave to explore and touch some amazing sea creatures! Learn about what they eat, where they live and much more in this interactive, hands-on experience. protect and conserve our oceans for years to come.

    • Book your tickets for Tuesday 8 April here
    • Book your tickets for Friday 10 April here

    The Wildlife Moment: Special Event: Monday 13 - Friday 17th April, 10am - 3:45pm only

    Got questions about ocean conservation and sustainability? Uncover the mysteries of sharks, starfish, crabs and sea slugs with Marine biologist and shark expert Nathan from The Wildlife Movement!

    Meet juvenile bamboo and epaulette sharks and explore crabs, sea snails, slugs, sea anemones and starfish in this interactive rockpool display.

    Discover what lurks in a rockpool and learn why it is so important to help protect and conserve our oceans for years to come.

    Book your tickets now


    School Holiday Curiosity Days; Calling all budding marine biologists these school holidays!

    Join in these school holidays for an action-packed program of non-stop science fun for kids in Yr 1-6! Your child will get a taste of everything UOW Science Space has to offer - think vacation care but with an educational twist. Compete in epic engineering and technology challenges in our STEM Zone, travel through the universe in our planetarium, witness some incredible experiments in our science theatre and explore the pop-up ocean activities in our hands-on exhibitions.

    School Holiday Curiosity Day: Marine Explorers Camp

    Tuesday 14 April 2026, 8:45am-4pm - Book now

    TIMES: 

    • 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

    DISCOUNT CODES:

    • EARLY BIRD 15% DISCOUNT: Enter CAMPEARLYBIRD in the APPLY DISCOUNT CODE option below (all caps). Early bird discount ends 11:59pm on Sun 29th March 2026.
    • SCIENCE SPACE MEMBERS 15% DISCOUNT: Enter your membership number in the USE MEMBERSHIP option below (no spaces between numbers).

    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.

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    • Science Space Wollongong 60 Squires Way North Wollongong New South Wales 2500
    • EARLY BIRD 15% DISCOUNT on School Holiday Curiosity Days
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    • Curiosity Days hours have been extended to 8:30am-4:30pm.
    Event Dates
    • April 4, 2026 - April 19, 2026 Add to iCalendar Ongoing
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    • Science Space Wollongong 60 Squires Way North Wollongong New South Wales 2500, Australia

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