UPDATE: The highly anticipated Science is a Superpower Festival at Scienceworks is set to thrill visitors this weekend, on September 13 and 14, 2023. This unique two-day event promises hands-on science, exhilarating live demonstrations, and mind-blowing experiments designed to ignite the STEM superhero within everyone—from curious children to lifelong learners.
Kick off your experience with a moment of calm at the Melbourne Planetarium, where guided meditation under stunning wildlife imagery sets the stage for a day filled with discovery. Attendees can unleash their creativity by crafting a unique artwork on the Scienceworks harmonograph.
Channel your inner sports star at Sportsworks, where you can race against Cathy Freeman and test your agility by jumping for height or saving goals like a champion. The festival emphasizes curiosity in the Think Ahead area, where expert panels invite visitors to pose their most puzzling questions and envision the future of science.
In the Energy Lab, kindness takes center stage as visitors contribute their creations to the Wall of Kindness, showcasing the power of community and collaboration. Feel the thrill of electricity in the Lightning Theatre and challenge your engineering skills with interactive tasks led by the Robogals Team.
Ingenuity is on full display at the Arena, featuring the Monash Nova Rover Team’s Banksia robot, which will navigate the grounds, demonstrating cutting-edge technology. Test your senses in the Beyond Perception exhibit and join Engineers Australia in Tinkertown, where you can construct innovative solutions using everyday materials.
Finally, cultivate resilience in the STEM Lab with the Plants for Space team, exploring how to grow greens in the most challenging environments—yes, even outer space!
Originally crafted to encourage tween girls and non-binary children to engage with STEM, the Science is a Superpower Festival now opens its doors to all, creating an inclusive environment for a weekend filled with learning, play, and endless possibilities.
Don’t miss out on this exciting event! Tickets and additional information can be found at Scienceworks. Act fast—this celebration of science and creativity is not to be missed!
