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Discovery Centre Bendigo DISCOVERY is a leading regional science centre that seeks to inspire & nurture scientific curiosity. Vertical Slide: Have you ever experienced zero gravity?

With over 100 interactive exhibits to explore, you won't know what to try first at Discovery. Be sure to look out for the whacky mirrors that make you look really strange, or the echoing chamber that repeats your words a thousand times over, and don't forget to play a tune on the thong-a-phone! Some popular Discovery favorites also include:

Bendigo Planetarium: Sit back and relax, on a bean bag, and become immersed in the world above as we take you on a guided journey through the cosmos, venturing to places you've never been before. Planetarium shows can be seen daily at 1:30pm on weekdays and 11:30am and 1:30pm on weekends and public holidays. Discovery is famous for the southern hemisphere's tallest Vertical Slide. With a sheer drop of seven metres you will fall at a speed of 30-40km per hour! All sliders must be at least five years of age. You can plummet down the Vertical Slide at 11am and 2pm daily. Kaleidoscope: Think you're too young for science? Think again. For the young scientist under eight, learn the basic principles of maths and science through the colourful and fun exhibits in Kaleidoscope. Curious Kids: Are you aged 3-5 and looking for a science adventure sprinkled with fun? Then come along to Curious Kids. A Curious Kids session consists of 'story time' followed by an activity in The Lab. Birthdays at Discovery: Looking for a birthday party with a difference? Discovery is sure to make your birthday one to remember. We provide a private room, the invitations, party food, party bags, and of course, the fun! All you need to do is invite the guests! For more information just contact our friendly team at [email protected]. The Discovery Shop: If you are looking for an unusual gift, then the Discovery Shop is the place to go. The Discovery Shop specialises in stocking fascinating educational items that are sure to keep kids busy for hours. It also stocks interesting low cost items that would be a great addition to any child's party pack. Why not pop in and see what's available?

TIME FOR SIDEWALK ASTRONOMY AGAINThe knowledgeable crew from the Bendigo Section of the Astronomical Society of Victoria...
16/10/2026

TIME FOR SIDEWALK ASTRONOMY AGAIN

The knowledgeable crew from the Bendigo Section of the Astronomical Society of Victoria will be setting up their telescopes in the Marketplace Carpark, just outside the Discovery Centre.

Date: Friday 16th October

Time: 8pm

Depending on the weather, ASV members will help you look up close and personal at the Moon, Venus, maybe Saturn and beautiful star clusters.

Also, we have a new addition on our Nebula Notes blog, thanks to Karen McMillan! Hed to discovery.asn.au/nebula-notes/quasars-blazars---well----they-are-amazars to learn all about QUASARS and BLAZARS!

Did you know Sidewalk Astronomy has been occurring outside Discovery for more than 20 years?  Check out this photo taken...
14/10/2026

Did you know Sidewalk Astronomy has been occurring outside Discovery for more than 20 years? Check out this photo taken back in 2006!

Sidewalk Astronomy is Bendigo's favourite astronomy event and is held every month next to Discovery. Bring the family to see cool astro-stuff through our telescopes, our volunteers will give you a tour of the night sky.

Better year, it's back this Friday night!

Friday 16th October, 2026 @ 8PM
You might see a waxing crescent moon, Mercury dropping behind the Marketplace, Alpha Centauri and possibly Saturn later!

In just 2 weeks, Ryan The Brickman McNaught makes his return to Bendigo for another bout of brick building challenges fo...
11/10/2026

In just 2 weeks, Ryan The Brickman McNaught makes his return to Bendigo for another bout of brick building challenges for LEGO master builders and families who love to create! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to build with the only LEGO Certified Professional in the Southern Hemisphere!

DATE: Saturday 24th October
TIMES: Sessions at 9AM, 10:30AM, 12 Midday
AGE: 5+
COST: $15 Members, $35 General Public

For more information, head to https://discovery.asn.au/events/build-along

STEM CLUB - After School Science Adventures! is back tonight! STEM Club is an engaging after-school program for students...
08/10/2026

STEM CLUB - After School Science Adventures! is back tonight!

STEM Club is an engaging after-school program for students who love to explore, experiment and create. Each week offers hands-on science activities that build curiosity, practical STEM skills and confidence. It’s a fun and supportive way for young learners to test ideas, try new things and develop their passion for science.

This program is starting its final 8 weeks for 2026 tonight and we still have a few spaces available for last minute sign-ups.

If you'd like to register or want more information, head to https://discovery.asn.au/programs/stem-club

Today the Bendigo Planetarium hosted the unique Stellar Sounds: Deaken Fawcett Live Planetarium Performance and wasn't i...
08/10/2026

Today the Bendigo Planetarium hosted the unique Stellar Sounds: Deaken Fawcett Live Planetarium Performance and wasn't it amazing! Deaken entertained the crowd with space themed tracks from across the decades while paired with galactic space imagery controlled by Geordie.

Thanks to Deaken Fawcett for his outstanding performance and all our seniors and their friends for attending such an intergalactic and engaging performance.

We received all positive feedback from attendees with many mentioned they would come back to experience this again, so should we do this again some time?

Happy World Space Week!! This week is all about celebrating space and we have all the space you need! Bendigo Planetariu...
05/10/2026

Happy World Space Week!!

This week is all about celebrating space and we have all the space you need!

Bendigo Planetarium runs guided tours of space daily with special shows on the weekends and a under 5s show on Tuesdays!

Curiosity: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO Bricks has a full space section with a life size brick-built Perseverance Mars Rover, an interactive play table all about life on mars, a display of the planets and more!

Our rocket blasts you off into space through a simulator every 25 minutes!

Plus this week we celebrate our older space fans with Stellar Sounds: Deaken Fawcett Live Planetarium Performance!

We are truly the best place to celebrate space with a smile on your face!

Discovery's annual spooky celebrations are back! Halloween at Discovery returns for a frightful but not scary party, as ...
02/10/2026

Discovery's annual spooky celebrations are back! Halloween at Discovery returns for a frightful but not scary party, as we celebrate ghouls, ghosts and gremlins!

This two-hour event includes fun and games, exclusive experiences, and a safe night of celebrating all things spooky with family and friends! Costumes strongly encouraged!

Date: Saturday 31st of October

Time: 4pm-6pm

Price: $15 per child, or $10 per member. Accompanying adults and children under 3yo are free.

Tickets available now - discovery.asn.au/events/halloween

Be there... if you dare!

Term 4 is looking a little different at Discovery!This term, Curious Kids, Girls in STEM and STEM Club are starting from...
01/10/2026

Term 4 is looking a little different at Discovery!

This term, Curious Kids, Girls in STEM and STEM Club are starting from the very first week, with programs running across the first 8 weeks of Term 4.

πŸ”¬ Curious Kids
πŸ“… Tuesdays, 6 October – 24 November

πŸ‘©β€πŸ”¬ Girls in STEM
πŸ“… Tuesdays, 6 October – 24 November

πŸš€ STEM Club
πŸ“… Thursdays, 8 October – 26 November

There are still spaces available across all three programs, so there’s still time to join us for a term of hands-on STEM fun!

Book your place here: discovery.asn.au/programs

Hey Seniors, We're celebrating Victorian Seniors Festival with a special live music performance in the Bendigo Planetari...
29/09/2026

Hey Seniors,

We're celebrating Victorian Seniors Festival with a special live music performance in the Bendigo Planetarium!

Deaken Fawcett is a young local multi-instrumentalist who started playing drums at just 2 years old! Deaken will be performing hits from the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s all with the beautiful backdrop of the Milky Way!

Tickets are available for all ages from discovery.asn.au/events/seniors-week or give us a call on 5444 4400.

Don't miss Stellar Sounds: Deaken Fawcett Live Planetarium Performance

Our friends at Arena Theatre Company at bringing The Creativerse: a Festival of Art, Tech & Play back to Ulumbarra Theat...
28/09/2026

Our friends at Arena Theatre Company at bringing The Creativerse: a Festival of Art, Tech & Play back to Ulumbarra Theatre Bendigo THIS Saturday 3 October! This event mixes art with tech and is sure to be a must for families with kids 3-12.

For more information and to book your tickets, head to https://thecreativerse.org.au/

Address

7 Railway Place
Bendigo, VIC
3550

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 4pm
Wednesday 10am - 4pm
Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday 10am - 4pm
Saturday 10am - 4pm
Sunday 10am - 4pm

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+61354444400

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