School Holidays

School Holiday Hours
10am - 4pm Everyday
20th December - 25th January

School Holiday Specials

Explore all that Discovery has to offer these school holidays, with a special science show, a planetarium feature, and extra sessions of your favourite activities. There’s always something exciting to do at Discovery.
Time Warp Science Show
Take the Time Warp Challenge!
This school holidays at Discovery, come and be part of our Time Warp Challenge – our brand-new live science game show where the past, present, and future collide! Contestants will race to identify the gadgets of yesterday and today, then explore the incredible technologies of tomorrow with science fiction predictions — from hovercrafts and jetpacks to future foods and high-tech fashion. Take the challenge or cheer from the crowd as our brave contestants try to guess, buzz, and laugh their way through some time-twisting fun!

Catch the show twice daily at 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM
One Sky Project
School Holiday Planetarium Special
Travel through space and time in our Planetarium. Lift your eyes to the heavens in One Sky Project. A beautiful 360° experience weaving together historical and cultural perspectives on the sky from across the world — stories that connect communities, ancestors, and the cosmos.Recommended for 5 years and up.

Screening daily at 12:00pm

School Holiday Session Times

School Holiday Planetarium Special
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Travel through space and time with our special School Holiday Planetarium Shows. Discovery presents a new limited-time planetarium experience every school holiday, with topics ranging from cosmic mysteries like dark matter to how robots help us explore distant worlds, as well as shows that share historical and cultural understandings of the night sky. These special screenings always bring something fresh to spark curiosity and are the perfect way to add a little extra wonder to your holiday visit.
School Holiday Session Times:
12:00pm
Times are subject to change*
Dragon Feeding
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Join our Science Explainers and meet Discovery’s scaly residents, Pogo and Priscilla. Watch our Central Bearded Dragons enjoy their daily meal while learning about their habits, diets and unique personalities. This up-close experience introduces visitors to reptile biology and behaviour, giving kids a new appreciation for these amazing creatures. It’s educational, interactive and always a crowd favourite.
School Holiday Session Times:
2:30pm
Times are subject to change*
Guided Tour of Space
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Prepare to be dazzled as you witness the wonders of the universe unfold before your eyes in this unforgettable planetarium experience. Journey through the night sky as you trace constellations, visit the planets, venture far beyond the Milky Way, and witness the birth of stars. A Guided Tour of Space is perfect for curious minds of all ages, offering an inspiring introduction to the wonders of our universe.
School Holiday Session Times:
10:30am
2:00pm
Times are subject to change*
Bugs Life
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Meet our resident spiny leaf and crowned stick insects in this engaging live demonstration led by our Science Explainers. Discover what they eat, how they protect themselves, and why they perform their charming “dance” when their enclosure is misted with fresh water. Visitors can watch up close, ask plenty of questions, and may even have the chance to gently hold one of these remarkable creatures, making it a memorable encounter for all ages.
School Holiday Session Times:
3:30pm
Times are subject to change*
Little Astronauts
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Little Astronauts is an imaginative planetarium show created especially for young scientists aged three to five. Children take off on a playful journey through the night sky, exploring stars, planets and the wonders of space in an age-appropriate, immersive dome experience. With gentle storytelling, simple explanations and plenty of wonder, it’s the perfect first step into astronomy for curious little learners. Little Astronauts runs at 10:30 am during school terms and plays daily at 11:00 am during school holidays.
School Holiday Session Times:
11:00am
Times are subject to change*
School Holiday Science Show
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
Our School Holiday Science Shows bring curiosity to life with a brand-new theme every school holidays. Bursting with mind-blowing experiments, exciting demonstrations, and plenty of audience laughs, this live show turns science into a full-on adventure. With fresh ideas each season, these shows are fun, fast-paced, and packed with interactive moments that reveal the “why” behind the wow, perfect for kids and adults alike.
School Holiday Session Times:
11:30am
1:00pm
Times are subject to change*
Vertical Slide
School Holidays Only
Tuesdays Only During School Term
Tuesdays Only
The Vertical Slide is one of Discovery’s most unforgettable experiences. Face your fears on the tallest vertical slide in the Southern Hemisphere. Drop from the top and experience gravity in a way you may never have before, reaching speeds of up to 40 km/h. This unforgettable experience brings science to life as you feel the forces of motion firsthand, turning a simple drop into a moment you will remember. Guided by trained staff, the Vertical Slide is safe, thrilling and suitable for anyone aged five and over.
School Holiday Session Times:
11:00am
12:30pm
1:30pm
3:00pm
Times are subject to change*

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Pricing & Tickets

Choose the ticket option that suits your visit. General Entry includes access to the centre, with more than 100 hands-on exhibits and a variety of daily sessions, including the Vertical Slide. Planetarium Tickets let you enjoy one of our incredible dome shows. Or bundle both together for the ultimate Discovery experience.
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General Entry

Adult
$16
Children
$12
Children (Under 3)
FREE
Concession
$12
Family
$50
Member Price
FREE

Planetarium

Adult
$12
Children
$12
Children (Under 3)
FREE
Concession
$11
Family
$40
Member Price
$6

General + Planetarium

Adult
$22
Children
$18
Children (Under 3)
FREE
Concession
$18
Family
$75
Member Price
$6
Refund Policy
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(03) 5444 4400
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School Holiday Hours: 10am - 4pm Everyday
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We would like to acknowledge that the Discovery Centre is on the traditional land of the Dja Dja Wurrung clan of the Kulin Nation, and recognise that they are among the first scientists, astronomers and engineers in human history.  We pay respect to them, their culture and knowledge, and to the Elders, past, present & emerging.  Through our work here, we promote scientific understanding in the hope that we can help tend to this land to keep it healthy for future generations.
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