As the school year winds down and the festive season approaches, it’s time to switch gears and plan for some well-deserved fun! The Cape Town Science Centre’s Summer Chills & Thrills holiday programme is here to make this holiday one to remember. This...
Looking for fun, educational and innovative ways to keep your kids occupied this holiday? We have not one, two but THREE options for you! We will be running three Holiday Clubs this holiday. HANDS-ON SCIENCE: SCIENCE EXPLORERS CLUB Embark on an exciting journey into...
Kindly note that the Cape Town Science Centre will be closed this Friday, 6 December 2024 for a private function. We look forward to welcoming you back to the CTSC on...
CODING & ROBOTICS OPEN DAY FUELLED BY ASTRON ENERGY The Cape Town Science Centre is proud to host a Coding and Robotics Open Day fuelled by Astron Energy. Coding is the language of the future – It involves enhancing problem-solving skills, logical thinking...
SENSE-ATIONAL DISCOVERIES 2, 9, 16 & 30 November + 7 December 2024 The five senses are our personal gateway to the world, each one painting a unique picture of reality. They allow us to see vibrant colours, hear enchanting sounds, feel intricate textures, taste...
On Tuesday, 29 October at 1pm, 80 young finalists will arrive at the Cape Town Science Centre in Observatory to start the last leg of their Science Quest. An enjoyable and interactive quest for science knowledge, an experience where winners go home rewarded and...
The Cape Town Science Centre, fuelled by Astron Energy, presented our annual Spring School which took place online from 23 – 27 September 2024. With the final Matric exams fast approaching, many learners are focused on maximizing their preparation. These...
We’re so excited to bring Astronomy to the people, with an after dark, exclusive event at the Cape Town Science Centre on Friday, 11 October 2024 from 18:00 – 21:00. Join us for a Night with the Stars and enjoy time exploring the CTSC, a Light Room Tour, Camera...
For much of history, the night sky has captivated the minds of human beings all over the world. From the Khoisan who told many stories about the stars, to the Polynesians who used the night sky to find their way across the ocean, all the way to Einstein who predicted...
The Cape Town Science Centre, fuelled by Astron Energy, is excited to invite you to our annual Spring School which will be taking place online from 23 – 27 September 2024. With the final Matric exams fast approaching, many learners are focused on maximizing...
Dates: 7, 14 September; 5, 12, 19, 26 October 2024 For centuries, women have been the unsung heroes of scientific discovery, making invaluable contributions in countless ways. Join us at the Cape Town Science Centre on Saturdays for a weekend programme that celebrates...
CALLING ALL FEMALE FIRST & SECOND YEAR STUDENTS! INNOVATE HER CAREERS DAY Join us for a dynamic and inspiring Careers Day dedicated to empowering women across various industries. This event is designed to connect ambitious women with industry leaders, potential...
An Outreach and Public Engagement event of the IAU General Assembly 2024. The Cape Town Science Centre is hosting a free public talk “Insights from Nature and Space: The Dung Beetle and Juno’s Journey to Jupiter” with two speakers – Marcus Byrne...
Nature is a treasure chest of wonders to be opened. In ancient traditions, there were four known classical elements that formed the foundation of the natural world. These elements were believed to shape everything around us. Join us between 13 July to 31 August where...
INNOVATION HUB HOLIDAY CLUB: 2 – 4 JULY 2024 Delve into the world of AR and VR with the Innovation Hub Club. This club is a collaboration with the University of the Western Cape Innovation Hub. We will be designing and exploring 3D designing, electronics and...
The Cape Town Science Centre is co-hosting Law, Science and Indigenous Knowledge: a conference, interactive workshop and exhibition from Thursday, 4 to Saturday, 6 July. We will be co-hosting alongside the Global Network for Human Rights and the Environment, the...
Dark energy and how and why the Universe accelerates – Muzikayise Sikhonde – UCT Cosmology and Gravity Group Dark Energy, a mysterious force constituting approximately 70% of the universe, drives its accelerated expansion. This talk explores its discovery,...
It’s the holidays!! Join us at the Cape Town Science Centre for our Science Mania Holiday Programme! Science is the personification of mankind’s curiosity. Over the centuries, humanity has always wondered why things happen the way that they do. Through our curiosity,...
Looking for fun, educational and innovative ways to keep your kids occupied this holiday? We have not one but TWO options for you! We will be running two Holiday Clubs this holiday. SCIENCE TIME HOLIDAY CLUBS: Calling all SCIENCE LOVERS to lose the books, forget about...
We’re excited to release our Cinematic Science weekend programme which runs on Saturdays from 4 May – 8 June 2024. Motion pictures transport us to worlds of joy and comfort, evoke laughter and stir our hearts. But did you know that they hide amazing science concepts...
