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Science Alive
Science Alive is scheduled for August 8–9, 2026 at the Adelaide Showground in Adelaide, Australia…
Directory listing reviewed June 2026
About Science Alive
Overview
Science Alive is scheduled for August 8–9, 2026 at the Adelaide Showground in Adelaide, Australia. The event is an Australia-based hands-on science and technology exhibition focused on interactive experiences, STEM discovery, and family-friendly learning, and its official site says tickets must be pre-booked online and are available until sold out.
What to Expect
Science Alive is presented as a large-scale, hands-on science and technology event with interactive exhibits, science zones, stage talks, student activities, a discovery trail, and STEM careers content. The official site describes it as Australia’s largest single interactive science exhibition and notes that the Adelaide event spans 17,000 square metres over two full days. Visitors can expect a family-friendly atmosphere with practical demonstrations and educational experiences rather than a traditional lecture-style conference. Ticketing is online only and pre-booked, with sales continuing until sold out.
Who Should Attend
This event is best suited to families looking for an educational day out, school groups and teachers seeking curriculum-adjacent STEM experiences, students exploring science pathways, caregivers, and general audiences interested in technology, engineering, and hands-on learning. The STEM Careers Day component also makes it especially relevant for secondary students and educators.
Why It Matters
Science Alive matters because it functions as a major public-facing STEM engagement platform in South Australia, bringing science, technology, and career exploration into a format that is accessible to broad audiences. The event’s emphasis on interactive exhibits and live demonstrations helps translate complex ideas into tangible experiences, which can increase interest in science education and future STEM participation. Its STEM Careers Day adds workforce relevance by exposing students to real pathways and occupations across science and technology fields. For exhibitors and organizations, the event offers a concentrated environment to connect with families, students, educators, and community audiences at scale. The official site also positions the Adelaide edition as a significant event in terms of footprint and visitor experience, underscoring its role as one of the region’s notable science outreach events.
- [1]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide
- [2]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide-faq
- [3]www.sciencealive.net.au
- [4]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide
- [5]www.sciencealive.net.au/tickets
- [6]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide-stem-day-out
- [7]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide/plan-your-day
- [8]www.sciencealive.net.au/adelaide-about
Venue & directions
Adelaide Showground
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Adelaide, Australia
Frequently Asked Questions
Science Alive is scheduled for August 8–9, 2026.
The event is held at Adelaide Showground in Adelaide, South Australia.
The official site says tickets must be pre-booked online and are available until sold out.
Science Alive is organized under the Science Alive brand; the official contact details listed on the site point to Science Alive, 532 Marion Road, Plympton Park, SA 5038.
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