Celebrate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day with storytelling, sensory play, and STEM activities for kids aged 0-5 at Scienceworks.
Monday 3 August 2026
10:00am - 2:00pm
Scienceworks, 2 Booker Street, Spotswood, Melbourne
Adult $15, Senior $12, Child 16 Years & Under Free
Experience a joyful day dedicated to celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day at Scienceworks. This event invites families with little ones aged 0-5 to explore First Peoples’ culture through storytelling, crafts, and sensory play. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with the deep knowledge and traditions of Country in a fun and engaging way.
Activities include planetarium shows that reveal First Peoples’ constellations, interactive STEM-based play areas, and live performances such as a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony. The event is designed to inspire curiosity and respect for the environment and culture among young children.
Join other families for a day filled with learning, creativity, and celebration in a welcoming museum environment.
The event runs on Monday 3 August from 10:00 to 14:00 at Scienceworks. Highlights include multiple planetarium sessions under the stars, live science shows like The Mini Weather Show and The Glow Show, and hands-on play spaces such as Tiny Tinkerers and Kinder Clubhouse.
Children can enjoy storytelling sessions, sensory play in the Bub Hub, and craft activities in the Tot Spot focused on local plants and animals. The program also features a special Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony by the Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation, followed by a didgeridoo performance.
Tickets are $15 for adults, $12 for seniors, and free for children 16 years and under, concession holders, and members. Some planetarium shows require additional tickets.
The event takes place at Scienceworks, located at 2 Booker Street, Spotswood, Melbourne. The venue is open daily from 10:00 to 16:30, with ample parking and public transport options nearby.
Scienceworks is committed to accessibility, offering sensory maps and support for visitors with additional needs. Families can enjoy a safe, inclusive environment designed to accommodate young children and their caregivers.
The museum’s facilities include dining options and comfortable spaces for breaks, making it easy to spend the day exploring and enjoying the activities.
This event is proudly supported by the Victorian Government’s Free Kinder initiative, ensuring accessibility for families with young children. Planetarium sessions such as Storytelling Under the Stars require free tickets that must be booked onsite on the day.
Some shows and activities have age recommendations, generally best suited for children aged 3 and above, but the event welcomes all little kids aged 0-5 with their grown-ups.
Please arrive early to secure spots for popular sessions and allow time to explore the various interactive zones.
Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Adult tickets cost $15, seniors pay $12, and children 16 years and under enter free. Concession holders and members also have free entry.
Additional ticket add-ons are available for special planetarium shows like Tycho to the Moon and Tycho Goes to Mars, as well as live science shows.
Booking early is recommended to ensure availability, especially for the planetarium sessions which require separate free tickets obtained on the day.
Enjoy a meaningful and fun day out that combines culture, science, and play for your little ones.
