World Science Festival Queensland 2026 brings you mind-blowing wonders.
This free, all-ages event features hands-on activities and live shows in a fun, kaleidoscopic celebration of science, technology and nature.
Be taken on a journey through wildly different ecosystems, astonishing technologies and groundbreaking engineering feats. Discover surprising wonders of the natural world, explore the thrilling role of tech in extreme environments, and meet the extraordinary people doing wild things with science and innovation.
World Science Festival Queensland is the state’s premier STEM festival, presented by Queensland Museum.
Entry
Entry is free, bookings are not required.
9:30am–3pm
Saturday 8 August 2026
Where
Chinchilla Cultural Centre
and
Chinchilla State School
Oval and Hall — 52 Middle Street
Entry via Middle Street
Age Recommendation
All ages
Info for Schools
Schools and Home Educators are invited to register for Student Day, Friday 7 August
Accessibility
This venue is wheelchair accessible.
World Science Festival Queensland Student Day may be a noisy and stimulating environment for individuals with sensory needs.
More Information
There will be filming and photography at this event. Please inform museum or photography staff if you do not wish to be photographed.
Food and drinks will be available for sale at the venue.
For enquiries email [email protected] or call 07 3153 7816
