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• What is World Science Festival Brisbane?

  Hailed by The New York Times as ‘a new cultural institution’, the World Science Festival (WSF) – was founded by renowned physicist Professor Brian Greene and Emmy award-winning journalist Tracy Day and has been held in New York for more than a decade.

  Queensland Museum Network holds exclusive licence to host WSF in the Asia Pacific – the only global extension of this initiative.

  Each year World Science Festival Brisbane paints the town red and takes science out of the laboratory and into the streets, parks, museums, galleries and performing arts venues of Brisbane and regional Queensland.

  The WSFB team are working hard on next year’s program, to stay up to date on all WSFB information subscribe to our email newsletter at the bottom of the page, like us on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.

• What are the dates for 2024?

  Brisbane
  15-24 March 2024

  Toowoomba
  Schools Program: Friday 17 May 2024
  World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 18 May 2024

  Chinchilla
  Schools Program: Friday 7 June 2024
  World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 8 June 2024

  Ipswich
  Schools Program: Friday 19 July 2024
  World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 20 July 2024

  Townsville
  Schools Program: Thursday 1 August 2024
  World Science Festival Queensland: Friday 2 August 2024

  Gladstone
  Schools Program: Thursday 29 August 2024
  World Science Festival Queensland: Saturday 31 August 2024

  To stay up to date subscribe to our email newsletter at the bottom of the page, like us on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.

• Are there free events at World Science Festival Brisbane?

  Yes. Each year WSFB has over 100 different events from conversations and panel discussions, to interactive workshops, films and family activities – many of which are free and many which require no bookings.

  To stay up to date subscribe to our email newsletter at the bottom of the page, like us on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.

• I don’t have a background in science, will there be things for me to do and see?

  Absolutely! The mission of WSFB is to help create a general public informed by science, inspired by its wonder, convinced of its value, and prepared to engage with its implications for the future.

  You’re exactly who the festival is for! Each year we program a diverse range of events, including many free activities and experiences for all levels of scientific interest, expertise or curiosity.

• Can I volunteer for next year’s event?

  Yes! Each year volunteers are integral to the success of WSFB – we couldn’t do it without them!

  If you would like to be a part of the WSFB family and volunteer for next year’s event, subscribe to our newsletter at the bottom of the page and stay up to date with all WSFB news, we’ll notify you when volunteer registrations open.

• Can I sponsor this event?

  Like rare earth elements are essential to our high-tech gadgetry, our partners are essential to the continued success of the World Science Festival Brisbane.

  We are serious about partnerships and dedicated to developing genuine relationships premised on shared vision, clearly articulated outcomes and measurable, mutually rewarding impact in STEM.

  If you are serious about partnerships and want to take a leadership role in STEM engagement, contact us on +61 (7) 3153 7841 or email [email protected] to discuss the opportunities available.

  

• How can I find out more about Brisbane?

  WSFB joins a calendar of major events in Brisbane, from international sporting fixtures to blockbuster shows and exclusive cultural events.

  For more information explore visitbrisbane.com.au and queensland.com.

• Where can I get more information?

  Visit this website regularly for updates and be sure to subscribe to our WSFB enews at the bottom of the page, like us on Facebook, Instagram and follow us on Twitter.

  If you have a specific question which hasn’t been answered you can contact us here.