Science Events in Ballarat

Embark on a hands-on cosmic journey, hunting for micro meteorites—tiny pieces of space dust fallen to Earth—in your local environment. Examine your finds under a microscope, then transform them into tiny hand-held fireworks, watching them flare into light and heat. A workshop for families, dreamers, and the curious.

Engage your learners with low-tech STEM explorations in this full-day workshop. Designed for educators teaching prep-Year 9, explore how different brains interact with information and learning opportunities. Take home a showbag of materials and access worksheets connected to the Vic curriculum or IB units of inquiry.

Join Rikka Hohti for a hybrid workshop exploring feminist storytelling and multispecies research in education through composting narratives. Discover how stories shape worlds and engage in hands-on activities to explore multispecies storytelling in educational contexts.

The River Basin Management Society (RBMS) is hosting a 'Science at the pub' night at Fitzroy Beer Garden in Victoria! The event includes 2 x complementary beverages. A great opportunity to network and learn about science in a relaxed setting.

Explore the science of aging with Nobel Laureate Dr. Elizabeth Blackburn, focusing on cells, stress, and the impact of human connection. A unique opportunity to learn from a leading expert in the field.

See Australian Dinosaurs, megafauna and animals at the museum’s Melbourne Pop-up. Perfect for ages 5-12, this event offers a fascinating glimpse into Australia's prehistoric past.

A dynamic retreat where fluid mechanics students and ECRs share ideas, join masterclasses, get career advice, and visit industry sites. Welcome to The AFMS Student and Early Career Researcher Retreat 2026!

Connect with peers, researchers, and potential employers at Monash University while enhancing your mathematical skills. This four-week program offers intensive subjects in mathematics, statistics, and related disciplines, along with networking and career events.

Join Seaweed Sally, a Marine Scientist, for a fun and hands-on ocean adventure designed for 6-12 year olds. Discover amazing treasures from the sea, spark curiosity with incredible specimens, and get up close with marine life in the touch tank. Explore, play, and learn how to care for our ocean friends.

Running Times: Doors - 7:00pm Start - 7:30pm Finish - 9:50pm Please note, all times are approximate and subject to change.

Running Times: Doors - 7:00pm Start - 7:30pm Finish - 9:50pm Please note, all times are approximate and subject to change.