Science In The Swamp Returns To Centennial Park For Science Week

The ever-popular Science in the Swamp is returning to Centennial Park in celebration of National Science Week. Meet scientists, participate in hands-on experiments, see live animals and come face to face with dinosaurs at this FREE family day out. 

Science In The Swamp: Celebrate Science Week at Centennial Park

Looking for a fun, FREE family day out? Back by popular demand, Science in the Swamp is returning to Centennial Park this Sunday 16 August to celebrate National Science Week! It's a huge day of fun featuring dinosaurs, slime-making, experiments, wildlife, live shows and hands-on activities.

Science in the Swamp is an interactive experience designed to ignite the kids’ imaginations. Jam-packed full of science, discovery and fun, let your curiosity guide you as Dickens Lawn transforms into a pop-up village of scientific delights with over 40 awe-inspiring stalls and activity stations. 

Science In The Swamp Highlights

Let your inner scientist run wild through hands-on, family-friendly activities and attractions including:

• 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 Greater Sydney Parklands 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.

With food trucks, picnic areas and engaging activities the whole family will enjoy, you can enjoy a full day of hands-on learning and fun in beautiful Centennial Park.

Where:   Loch Avenue South, Centennial Park 
When:    Sunday 16 August 2026 | 10.00 am - 3.00 pm   
Cost:      FREE - no tickets required

And if you want to do it all again, Science in the Scrub is returning to Western Sydney Parklands on Sunday 23 August.

For more information, visit the Greater Sydney Parklands website.

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