From the infinite expanse of space to Earth’s remarkable biodiversity, the boundless potential of human creativity to the depths of transformative technology, World Science Festival Brisbane is a tribute to the relentless spirit of scientific inquiry.
Proudly hosted by Queensland Museum, this year’s festival honoured our Thinkers and Dreamers—an ode to exploration and creativity. The festival captivates minds of all ages, offering a deep appreciation for the impact of science across diverse domains, including First Nations knowledge, the wonders of the natural world, and the cosmic wonders above.
2025 Events

World Science Festival Brisbane Superluminal by Patch Theatre
A blend of bold visual design, collaborative storytelling and interactive play. An enchanting installation for children 4-8 year olds and their families.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Griffith Sea Jellies Research Laboratory
The Griffith Sea Jellies Research Laboratory invites you behind-the-scenes for a guided tour of their facility to meet the laboratory’s research scientists for WSFB's Labs Unlocked.

World Science Festival Brisbane Karlie Noon’s Guide to the Galaxy
Explore the wonders of the universe through a unique lens of Indigenous storytelling at the Planetarium.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: QIMR Berghofer – A Day in the Life of a Scientist
The lab will be open to visitors of all ages to take a look at scientific equipment in action and get hands-on with a number of scientific processes.

World Science Festival Brisbane The ABC of Awe
Don’t miss an inspiring and visually captivating evening as a selection of popular ABC Brisbane presenters share their most awe-inspiring moments in nature.

World Science Festival Brisbane Everything You Need To Know About: Dugongs
Dive into the captivating world of the gentle ‘sea cow’ in this fascinating in-conversation event.

World Science Festival Brisbane Digital Detox: Meet the Microbats with Dr Elizabeth Williams
Discover the hidden world of Brisbane’s microbats on this fascinating nighttime walking tour with wildlife ecologist Dr Elizabeth Williams.

World Science Festival Brisbane Robowars
A battle of skill, design, tactic, intelligence and raw robot power, watch as custom-built robots clash in a series of electrifying battles.

World Science Festival Brisbane Cosmic Caretaking: Connection, Care and Responsibility in Space
Join renowned Kamilaroi astrophysicist, author and science communicator Karlie Alinta Noon for a compelling in-conversation event.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Hendra Collections & Research Centre
Explore the Queensland Museum’s animal collections with skilled scientists in this behind-the-scenes tour.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Sport Science Lab
See where Queensland's elite Olympic and Paralympic athletes' train as part of a special behind-the-scenes experience of Queensland Academy of Sports.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: State Library Queensland
Step behind the scenes at the State Library of Queensland for an exciting glimpse into the fascinating world of conservation science as part of WSFB Labs Unlocked series.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Green Infrastructure Research Labs
Join experts from Griffith University’s Green Infrastructure Research Labs on a walking tour around South Bank this March!

World Science Festival Brisbane Brian Greene: The Search for Quantum Reality
Brian Greene journeys into the enigmatic realm of the quantum, celebrating the theory’s remarkable achievements and the profound mysteries of the universe.

World Science Festival Brisbane Are Old Ways the New Ways in Science?
Join Rhianna Patrick for a discussion exploring and applying traditional knowledge to enhance our understanding of Queensland’s coast.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Queensland Herbarium
A behind-the-sciences tour to see the work of the scientists and technical staff who prepare, identify and store unique plant, fungi and lichen specimens.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: ARC Centre of Excellence for Green Electrochemical Transformation of Carbon Dioxide (GETCO2)
Hear from our top researchers how they design electrolyser components, such as membranes and catalysts, to convert greenhouse gas CO2 into useful products.

World Science Festival Brisbane Welcome to the Second Quantum Revolution
Join a panel of experts to discover the cutting-edge research unfolding right now and the incredible possibilities that could shape our future.

World Science Festival Brisbane Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Hugh Possingham
Join one of Australia’s most distinguished scientific minds, Professor Hugh Possingham, for an inspiring birdwatching walking tour.

World Science Festival Brisbane Leigh Sales AM and Annabel Crabb
Join Leigh Sales, Annabel Crabb and an ensemble of scientists celebrating curiosity, innovation, and the sheer joy of scientific discovery.

World Science Festival Brisbane Science Smackdown: The Ultimate Debate
Hosted by ABC's Big Ideas presenter, Natasha Mitchell, this event promises to turn science into a showdown of epic proportions.

World Science Festival Brisbane Arena Atomica: Skate-ology
An action-packed new show that dissects the science behind skateboarding in one phenomenal arena event.

World Science Festival Brisbane Feeding the Future: Breaking New Ground
A panel of experts discuss the new foods, vertical farming, enhancing crop yields, and the potential of synthetic biology to revolutionise food production.

World Science Festival Brisbane Download This Show: LIVE
Don’t miss new host Rae Johnston and a panel of experts as they explore the latest in media, culture and technology.

World Science Festival Brisbane Love (and other heart conditions)
Explore the intersection of love and heart health as experts delve into the science behind romantic love, broken heart syndrome & other heart conditions.

World Science Festival Brisbane David Sinclair: Why We Age and Why We Don’t Have To
Don’t miss Professor David Sinclair’s return to Australia as he tackles the question: Why do we age, and why we don’t have to?

World Science Festival Brisbane Everything You Need To Know About: Crusty Crustaceans
Crustaceans have many tricks up their sleeve. Come out of your shell and discover so much more about those that live with one.

World Science Festival Brisbane Digital Detox: Wildlife in the City with Professor Catherine Pickering
Join Professor Catherine Pickering on a wildlife trail adventure at Griffith University's Eco Centre.

World Science Festival Brisbane Ultimate Cosmic Heavyweights – The Darkest Mysteries of the Universe
Dr. Kirsten Banks and Dr. Sara Webb team up to unravel the mysteries of the ultimate cosmic heavyweights: black holes.

World Science Festival Brisbane Dr Julia Baird: The Science of Awe
Award-winning journalist and “awe-hunter” Dr Julia Baird makes her World Science Festival debut with an inspiring discussion about the science of awe.

World Science Festival Brisbane All in the Mind: Dissecting the Brain
Fire up your cerebral cortex with podcaster and journalist Sana Qadar and a panel of experts for a live presentation and recording of the popular podcast.

World Science Festival Brisbane Love Your Guts: Health and the Microbiome
Explore the dynamic world of the gut microbiome and its profound impact on health and disease in this cutting-edge science event.

World Science Festival Brisbane What's That Rash? with Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor
If it itches, burns or tingles, Dr Norman Swan and Tegan Taylor have the answers in a WSFB live edition of their ABC podcast, What’s that Rash?
2025 School Events

World Science Festival Brisbane Spacebot Science [P-6]
Explore the fascinating world of space robotics with SpaceBot Science at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium’s Cosmic Skydome.

World Science Festival Brisbane Spacebot Science [7-10]
Explore the fascinating world of space robotics with SpaceBot Science at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium’s Cosmic Skydome.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: A Day in the Life of a Scientist
The Day in the Life of a Scientist invites students into the Genetics Lab for a hands-on experience.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Techniques to study cancer @ TRI
Experience the world of biomedical research as Labs Unlocked opens the doors of the Translational Research Institute.

World Science Festival Brisbane Labs Unlocked: Interactive Urban Greening Walking Tours
Join experts from Griffith University’s Green Infrastructure Research Labs (GIRLS) on a walking tour around South Bank.

World Science Festival Brisbane Epic Engineering
Uncover the technological challenges, creative problem-solving and collaborative efforts that drive extraordinary projects.

World Science Festival Brisbane 5000 Eyes Mapping the Universe with DESI
A visually stunning full dome film designed to immerse students in the fascinating world of modern astronomy at Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium.

World Science Festival Brisbane Place, Connection and Construction
Explore the wonders of traditional Aboriginal science, where nature and knowledge are deeply connected.