21st September - 5th October 2024 Looking for something to do in the school holidays? We've got a range of different events on this school holidays: Checkout one of our usual school holiday programs designed for you and the family, this Spring about our closest star, the Sun. or Try one of our special events: […]
How Dark is Your Night Sky? Always make your observation near a New Moon. Next New Moon 3rd October. 2024 24th September - 3th October Take your measurement from your backyard Report Here Free: Have a short practice session at the Observatory to learn how you can be a Citizen Scientist using just your eyes […]
4th- 10th October 2024 World Space Week Friday 4th: ONLY ONE SESSION FOR OZGRAV 1.00-2.00pm SCIVR Session with OzGrav - Take a trip out into the solar system and beyond in a virtual reality headset! OzGrav’s amazing VR system takes six people at once to a virtual universe full of planets, stars, black holes and […]
Every Saturday in October, our wonderful Seniors can enjoy a 50% discount at the Observatory, along with a complimentary warm refreshment or if summer comes early , a cool refreshment! Saturn is a stunning object now. BOOK ONLINE
Tours Discover Nocturnal Wildlife and the Amazing Universe The Ballarat Observatory and Golden Nugget Discovery Tours have come together to give you an unforgettable bush and night time experience. Start time is 1 hour before sunset from the Observatory. We care for our Environment and Planet Earth. As the sun sets, the Australian bush at […]
Learning about our closest star has never been this fun! Through interactive activities, an AstroTour Movie and talks by an astronomer the whole family can learn about the layers and life cycle of the Sun. Weather permitting, you’ll also get to observe the sun safely.
This AstroKids session is designed as an introduction for families to learn together about the different types of objects we see in space from comets to galaxies and how telescopes (our eyes to the universe) work. You’ll Listen to educational talks, watch informative demonstrations and learn by doing with our hands on activities. Note: […]