Suggested itineraries

Suggested Itinerary 1: Tiny Tot Scientist (Toddlers)

4.30pm	Collect your wristband from registration tent and any prebooked magic show tickets. Don't forget to also grab your glow wristband for when it gets dark.
5pm	Make your way to either the Physics Magic Show in Macquarie Theatre or the Chemistry Magic Show in Mason Theatre. Both shows start at 5.15pm so take your pick. Best to prebook a seat when you register for the event. Both shows will wow you with the magic of science!
6pm	Head back to the Central Courtyard, taking a look at some Laser graffiti on your way. Watch out for the Laser Guide Star. Grab a bite to eat in the Central Courtyard on the way.
7pm	Visit some of the hands-on science activities on level 1 of the 1 Central Courtyard building – Junior Science Academy, Scientist Spotlight and much more.
8pm	Journey up our Solar System Walk on your way to see the wonders of the galaxy in our Planetarium.
	Then home for bed, ready to dream about the stars.

Suggested Itinerary 2: Space Explorer (Primary School age)

5pm	Arrive at Astronomy Open Night, check in at the registration tent in the Central Courtyard and collect your wristbands and pre-booked Magic Show tickets.
5.15pm	Visit Level 1 of 1 Central Courtyard for some of the hands on Science Activities on offer. Ready player one in our Cosmic Arcade, Extreme VR, Robotics or ask your questions in the Scientist Spotlight.
5.45pm	Grab a bite to eat in the Central Courtyard.
6.15pm	Either make your way to Macquarie Theatre for the Physics Magic Show or the Mason Theatre for the Chemistry Magic Show, both starting at 6.30pm. Pre-booking is recommended.
7.15pm	Head to 18 Wally's Walk to beat our Laser Maze Challenge.
8pm	Make your way to a Planetarium session via our Solar System Walk.
9pm	Visit our Telescope Park to plan your space travels.
	Then home for bed to dream of being a space explorer.

Suggested Itinerary 3: Future Student (Years 9-12)

5pm	Arrive at Astronomy Open Night and check in. Collect your wristband from the registration tent and any pre-booked Magic Show tickets.
5.15pm	Attend one of the many Short Talks starting from 5.15pm
5.45pm	Take a stroll through the Astrophotography exhibit and Exhibition Hall or head to the Laser Maze Challenge before stopping by for some dinner in the Central Courtyard.
6.45pm	Catch the Short Talk - A Universe of Possibilities: STEM at Macquarie.
7.15pm	Plenty more short talks to choose from including the Keynote Lecture at 8pm or stay in the Central Courtyard and visit the VR experience and other activities located on Level 1.
9pm	Head up to our Telescope Park and Observatory to see the Universe for yourself. Last entry the Observatory at 9.30pm for a 10pm event close.
	Home again inspired by all the Universe has to offer

Suggested Itinerary 4: Astronomy Enthusiast

5pm	Collect your wristband from the registration tent and head to the Exhibition Hall to chat with our visiting Astronomy Societies and organisations.
5.15pm	Our Short Talk program kicks off from 5.15pm in various theatres, so take your pick.
6.15pm	Maybe grab a bite at the Central Courtyard before making the next short talks commence at 7.30pm or visit our Imagining Outer Space short films.
8pm	Don't miss our star guest speaker at our Keynote Lecture.
8.45pm	Our final Short Talks start at 9pm or make your way up the hill to the Telescope Park and Observatory. Last entry the Observatory at 9.30pm for a 10pm event close.
	Home again inspired by all the Universe has to offer.

Wallumattagal campus

Balaclava Road
Macquarie University NSW 2109

City campus

Angel Place
Level 24, 123 Pitt Street
Sydney NSW 2000

Event Contact

astronomyopennight@mq.edu.au

Acknowledgement of Country

Macquarie University is located on the land of the Wallumattagal clan of the Dharug people. We pay respects to the Elders and knowledge holders who have, and continue to share their wisdom and knowledges, nurturing and sustaining our environments, cultures and education.