Join us at the Cape Town Science Centre this Saturday, 18 July 2026 for a Coding and Robotics Open Day, sponsored by Impact.com in celebration of Mandela Day. FREE ENTRY to the CTSC!
Meet and learn from a fantastic line-up of organisations, companies and innovators who are passionate about inspiring the next generation through coding, robotics, science and technology. With interactive exhibits, hands-on activities and expert demonstrations throughout the day, there’s something to discover around every corner.
Spend the day exploring Coding & Robotics workshops, live demonstrations, interactive exhibits, science shows, tours, a festival of games, and much more!
View the programme!Whether you’re curious about coding, love science, or simply looking for a fun, educational day out during the school holidays, there’s something for everyone!
Opening Hours: 9:00 – 16:30
Address: 370B Main Road, Observatory
*All workshops can be pre-booked upon arrival at the CTSC.
Demos:
FTC Demo: NEXGEN – Discover how coding, engineering, and teamwork come together in the FIRST Tech Challenge.
Mars Rover: SAPIENT.rocks
Smart Houses: Micro:bit based miniature home automation
Hands-on workshops:
Micro:bit (age 7+ | max 25 ppl) – Learn, play, and create with Micro:bit in a fun-filled coding adventure for young minds.
Scratch (age 7+ | max 30 ppl) – Turn big ideas into interactive games and colourful animations with Scratch!
Makey Makey (age 5+ | max 30 ppl) – Discover how playdough and electronics come together to create musical magic!
Tangible Unplugged (age 7+ | max 20 ppl) – Think, build, and solve problems with fun unplugged coding activities.
Botley (age 7+ | max 20 ppl) – Code, play, and explore as Botley brings STEM learning to life through exciting hands-on challenges.
Solarpop – Festival of Gamesย
With more than 17 tabletop titles to explore, itโs the perfect day out for the whole family. Who knows? Your family might discover a brand-new favourite way to spend quality time together at home.
