What's on this week in Canberra?: 5th - 11th August 2024

This week officially launches the start of National Science Week, and we're excited! If you're looking for ways to keep your kiddos entertained while also learning a whole lot about science, then check out our guide to what's on this week in Canberra.

Grab your microscopes and lab coats... there's sciencey fun for the whole family this week in Canberra! Plus a family-friendly Mexican wrestling extravaganza!

Science in the Centres

To celebrate National Science Week, a variety of hands-on science activities will be on display across different shops in Canberra, including Westfield Belconnen, Westfield Woden, South Point Tuggeranong, Cooleman Court, Gungahlin Marketplace and the Canberra Centre. Grab the kids, get to the shops, and discover the exciting science behind dinosaurs, parasites, geology, space, robotics, engineering, the environment and much more. Visit the National Science Week website for specific dates and activities at each shopping centre.

The Twisty Science Show

If you've ever been to a birthday party, you'll know that kids love balloons. The incredible Dr. Chloe Lim, a scientist who also happens to be a professional balloon artist, is combining her passion for science and kids' love for balloons in this amazing free event. Join Dr. Lim for a reading of her book "What Makes You Unique”, which will include fun science balloon creations! Through balloon art and creative storytelling, Chloe creates a fun learning experience for children to learn more about how their body works! Get tickets here (limited session tickets left).

Questacon Science Week Activities

It wouldn't be Science Week in Canberra without a visit to Questacon! They have a lineup of awesome activities, including a hands-on experience for early learners (3-5 year olds) about the topic of rolling, special spectacular science show featuring The Questacon Excited Particles theatre troupe, and a visit from the Australian Federal Police with a demonstration on police forensics (including facial identification, fingerprint matching, crime scene forensics, digital forensics, and much more!). Check out the awesome lineup of events at the Questacon website.

Cantina Brawl: Mexican Wrestling

This family-friendly event promises to be wild! Lucha Fantastica presents the Cantina Brawl, a crazy Mexican fiesta featuring a family-friendly wrestling show with more than 10 masked Luchadores packed with acrobatics, action and a pinch of comedy. There will also be music, tacos, and their infamous Piñata Fiesta for kids! Happening at the Harmonie German Club from 4-6pm on Saturday the 10th of August. For more info, visit their Facebook page. For tickets, visit Eventbrite.