Discovery Centre Bendigo

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 againWhen: Friday 19th June @ 5.30pmWhere: Marketplace Carpark near Discovery CentreCome joi...
18/06/2026

Time for Sidewalk Astronomy again

When: Friday 19th June @ 5.30pm

Where: Marketplace Carpark near Discovery Centre

Come join the friendly ASV members and have a look through their telescopes. They can also help you with your space questions!

If the weather is clear, you might be able to see some planets (like Venus and Jupiter) and some starry constellations. If the sky is cloudy, we won’t see much at all.

You can also read this month's Nebula Notes about Aliens! https://discovery.asn.au/nebula-notes/are-aliens-real

Roll up, roll up, school holidays are just around the corner and the circus is coming to town! Here's a sneak peek at Em...
18/06/2026

Roll up, roll up, school holidays are just around the corner and the circus is coming to town! Here's a sneak peek at Emma who is practicing for our school holiday Science Show!

We are open daily 10am-4pm every day of the Winter School Holidays come in and be amazed and astonished!

Golden Sunbird are performing in the Bendigo Planetarium on July 5th! Their performance at 6pm has SOLD OUT, but the goo...
15/06/2026

Golden Sunbird are performing in the Bendigo Planetarium on July 5th!

Their performance at 6pm has SOLD OUT, but the good news is that Golden Sunbird have added an additional show at 8pm. Don't miss your chance to see these Tasmanian psych rockers when they perform live ib Bendigo!

Tickets available at humanitix.com/golden-sunbird-the-planetarium-tour-bendigo-planetarium

Happy International Day of Play! Whether it's our usual offerings or our current special exhibit CURIOSITY, we will alwa...
11/06/2026

Happy International Day of Play!

Whether it's our usual offerings or our current special exhibit CURIOSITY, we will always be a place to play, learn and explore!

Hey LEGO® Fans!School holidays are coming up quick and we are once again, looking for some amazing volunteers to help ou...
05/06/2026

Hey LEGO® Fans!

School holidays are coming up quick and we are once again, looking for some amazing volunteers to help out with our exhibit, Curiosity: Building Breakthroughs in LEGO® Bricks!

DETAILS-
1-2 people per shift
Your choice of shift length (2hrs-6hrs) between 10am-4pm
For ages 14+ or with a parent/guardian

HOW YOU WILL HELP -
Help with our giant LEGO Brick Mosaic
Pull apart Lego bricks
Sort pieces into colours

If you know someone who is interested in volunteering, DM us or email us at [email protected]

Bendigo Art Gallery are hosting some fantastic hands‑on school holiday art making and creative exploration alongside the...
03/06/2026

Bendigo Art Gallery are hosting some fantastic hands‑on school holiday art making and creative exploration alongside the Gallery Learn team, illumination artist Laura Jade, and kinetic artist Alex Sanson HERE at Discovery!

Sessions will run from 1st – 10th of July 2026 and cater for children aged 5-7 and 8-12.

Free, but bookings are required.
Booking: https://bit.ly/EmergingArtLeaders_winter2026

03/06/2026
Charles is having a birthday, but you’re getting the long weekend. Sounds like a pretty good deal!If you’re looking for ...
03/06/2026

Charles is having a birthday, but you’re getting the long weekend. Sounds like a pretty good deal!

If you’re looking for something to do, Discovery will be open all King’s Birthday Long Weekend from 10am–4pm. Drop in for a day of science, discovery and family fun.

The Brickman gave our masterclass students a take home challenge to build a game out of LEGO bricks! Here are a few of o...
01/06/2026

The Brickman gave our masterclass students a take home challenge to build a game out of LEGO bricks!

Here are a few of our favourites, if you are yet to submit your photo, send it in (via DM) so Brickman can see how you went!

Only a few more days left of National Reconciliation Week and the Central Victorian Indigenous Film Festival. Here at Di...
01/06/2026

Only a few more days left of National Reconciliation Week and the Central Victorian Indigenous Film Festival.

Here at Discovery, we will be showing CARRIBERRIE in the Bendigo Planetarium on Wednesday night at 5:30pm. Tickets are FREE, but registrations are strongly encouraged!

For more information and to register, head to: discovery.asn.au/events/cviff

Or for the full guide of the Central Victorian Indigenous Film Festival, head to https://www.bendigo.vic.gov.au/events/central-victorian-indigenous-film-festival

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

Telephone

+61354444400

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