What’s On in Brisbane for Families
Families Magazine shares what’s on for families with kids of all ages across Brisbane, Ipswich, Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast and Toowoomba. In our ‘What’s On’ in Brisbane this weekend for families calendar you will find our team’s suggestions for weekday, weekend, night-time and school holiday events and activities. All our suggestions suit families and are kid friendly.
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World Science Festival | Brisbane
21 March - 30 March
Get ready to embark on a journey of discovery with the return of World Science Festival Brisbane 2025, promising ten days of exhilarating exploration of science, art and technology.
From Friday 21 to Sunday 30 March 2025 this extraordinary event, hosted by Queensland Museum will feature a dynamic mix of free and ticketed events, family-friendly activities, talks, debates, and engaging conversations that will illuminate the wonders of science.
Highlights include:
Education Program: World Science Festival Brisbane education program features an exciting range of curriculum-linked experiences for students in Prep to Year 12. Across a mix of ticketed and free events, from the latest advances in engineering to the wonders of biological sciences and so much more, students will explore how science and technology shape our world at WSFB 2025.
Free Programs: WSFB continues to prioritise community engagement with two key free programs in 2025 – Labs Unlocked and Digital Detox. The popular Labs Unlocked returns, offering exclusive access to some of South East Queensland’s most advanced STEM research facilities. New for 2025, Digital Detox, presented by Brisbane City Council, will encourage festival-goers to disconnect from their digital devices and reconnect with nature. All free events across the program will be announced 30 January 2025.
Brian Greene: The Search for Quantum Reality: In this captivating visual exploration led by renowned physicist Brian Greene, you journey into the enigmatic realm of the quantum, celebrating the theory’s remarkable achievements while grappling with the profound mysteries that continue to challenge our understanding of the universe.
Leigh Sales AM and Annabel Crabb: An Afternoon of Science: Join Leigh Sales AM, Annabel Crabb and an ensemble of local and international scientists celebrating curiosity, innovation and the sheer joy of scientific discovery. Expect laughter, wonder and mind-expanding discussions unravelling the mysteries of the universe.
Science Smackdown: The Ultimate Debate: Don’t miss this evening full of wit, wisdom and wild ideas. Hosted by ABC Radio National’s Big Ideas presenter, Natasha Mitchell, we’re turning science into an uncensored Saturday night showdown!
Dr Julia Baird: The Science of Awe: Award-winning journalist, best-selling author and “awe-hunter” Dr Julia Baird makes her World Science Festival Brisbane debut with an inspiring discussion about the science of awe.
Karlie Noon’s Guide to the Galaxy: Hurtle through space in the Cosmic Skydome with renowned First Nation’s astronomer, Karlie Alinta Noon. Take an exclusive tour of the night sky presented by Karlie and the Planetarium’s astronomers. See the southern sky through a unique and compelling lens and hear stories of the First Peoples connection to sky and country.
Arena Atomica: Skate-ology: Watch in awe as impossible tricks unfold before your eyes while leading physicists and sports science experts drop in, spot the fakie and bear witness to what seem like gravity-defying tricks in a quest to answer the one big question: how did they do that?
Superluminal by Patch Theatre: A blend of bold visual design, collaborative storytelling and interactive play, WSFB presents Patch Theatre’s Queensland debut of Superluminal, an enchanting installation for children 4-8 years old and their families.
Quantum Conference: The Quantum Australia Conference 2025 will once again bring together world-leading quantum researchers, decision-makers, startups and big tech to share the latest developments and ideas in this rapidly evolving field. The conference will explore the theme The Translation of Quantum – how current and future industries can leverage the power of quantum.
World Science Festival Brisbane is supported by the Queensland Government, through Tourism and Events Queensland, and feature on the It’s Live! in Queensland events calendar.
Tickets for World Science Festival Brisbane are now on sale and the full program is available to view online www.worldsciencefestival.com.au