Science at Melbourne Festival

Science at Melbourne Festival

Are you curious about Indigenous artefacts? What cow burps have to do with climate change? Great scientific breakthroughs? Or keen to explore state-of-the-art science labs and museums?

Whatever sparks your interest, there's something for you at this year's Science at Melbourne Festival.

Now in its 12th year, the University's annual Science at Melbourne Festival celebrates of all things science, with a series of free events for students, staff and the general public held over two weeks, coinciding with National Science Week.

This year's program features free events across multiple campuses - from panel discussions and lab tours to popular online masterclasses.

Events

Masterclasses
Explore the research and impact of rising science stars from the University of Melbourne in these free, 1-hour, interactive experience, hosted online daily throughout the festival. Recommended for ages 12+.
Man in lab coat pours dry ice on gloved hand

Tours
Seize a rare opportunity to step inside some of the University of Melbourne's state-of-the-art laboratories and most unusual museums on the beautiful and historic Parkville campus in the heart of Melbourne.

Science at Melbourne Festival events