scienceworks summer holidays, spotswood

Summer is the perfect time to visit Scienceworks – with a huge outdoor playground and a cool 21-degree indoor climate, it’s an ideal family adventure. The school holidays are even more exciting, with extra programs offering spectacular science and summer fun

Scienceworks is lighting up with rocket launches, glowing science shows and play-packed spaces for young engineers and disco-loving kids.  

Tinkertown
Until 26 January
Daily from 10am to 4.30pm
Cost: Kids $10, Member Kids $8, Concession $10, Adults $25, Seniors $20

Let the young creatives loose in Tinkertown! Kiddos can build cubbies, create wild structures, crack challenges, send secret messages and dream up all sorts of wacky contraptions. It’s hands-on fun that gets their imaginations firing

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Ready to Launch Show
20 December to 26 January
Daily at 12pm and 2pm
Cost: Included with Scienceworks entry

These summer holidays, Scienceworks is blasting off into space! In this free 20-minute show, you’ll see rockets fired up and learn what it really takes to launch beyond Earth. Head to the amphitheatre and discover the forces that make space travel possible

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The Glow Show
20 December to 26 January
Sessions at 11am, 12pm, 1pm and 2pm
Cost: Kids/Concession $10, Adults $25, Seniors $20, Members $8

Take a seat in the Lightning Theatre and get ready to be mesmerised by this visually stunning 30-minute live science show.

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The Planetarium
Open daily
Session times vary depending on the show

Featuring a 16-metre domed ceiling, comfy reclining seats, a 7.1 surround sound system and full-dome projection, the Planetarium is a treat for both your kiddos and Mamma! Each session runs for around 45 minutes, is informative and interactive, and includes a live presentation of the current night sky.

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Pumping Station tours
11.00am on Thursdays and Saturdays | Included with entry

Hear some of the smelly stories from the straining well and explore the magnificent engine room as you marvel at the engineering feat that helped overcome the stench of 19th century Melbourne in our daily Pumping Station toursHear some of the smelly stories from the straining well and explore the magnificent engine room as you marvel at the engineering feat that helped overcome the stench of 19th century Melbourne in our daily Pumping Station tours. 

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Become a Museum Member
Become a Museum Member to receive free general entry to all of our venues, as well as discounts on touring exhibitions, parking, shops and cafes, and exclusive events, tours and bookings!

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the nitty gritty

2 Booker St
Spotswood

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