Pint of Science Australia is a national festival dedicated to elevating Australian research through fun, inclusive, and accessible storytelling. By trading the lecture theatre for the local pub, the festival builds public appreciation for “science”—which they define broadly as the systematic study of the world—and fosters high-quality communication between researchers and the community.
A Broad View of Science
The festival covers a massive range of topics, ensuring there is something for every curious mind:
- Atoms to Galaxies: Physics, chemistry, and astronomy.
- The Mind & Body: Neuroscience, medicine, and health.
- Society: Law, history, politics, and languages.
- Planet Earth: Geosciences, botany, and zoology.
- Technology: Robotics, computers, and biotech.
Elevating Australian Research
The festival aims to boost information literacy and pride in local scientific achievements. This is achieved by:
- Delivering engaging public talks during the global festival and National Science Week.
- Expanding the reach of research through podcasts, blogs, and digital artist collaborations.
- Building strategic partnerships across academia, industry, and government.
Promoting Science Inclusively
A primary goal is to challenge stereotypes about who can “do” science. The festival is committed to:
- Recognising Traditional Owners: Acknowledging Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as Australia’s first scientists.
- Diversity & Representation: Striving for equity across volunteer teams and speaker lineups, regardless of culture, gender, disability, or background.
- Accessibility: Ensuring both urban and rural communities can participate through inclusive event design and communication.
At its core, Pint of Science is powered by the passion of science-interested volunteers. The organisation balances a grass-roots, community-led feel with a commitment to professional, sustainable operations, ensuring that the conversation between researchers and the public continues to grow for years to come.
Let’s break down historical biases, promote evidence-based decision-making, and make Australian research accessible to everyone.
You can join the celebrations every May where we serve you a paddle of science topics to quench your thirst. From astrophysics to zoology – we’ve got your curiosity covered. So excited and can’t wait?
This years festival is on between 18 – 20 May 2026
The Pint of Science festival offers researchers the opportunity to engage with their local community and share their recent work in a relaxed and casual pub environment.
The 2026 Pint of Science festival speaker expressions of interest are now open.
Want to be part of the fun?
You can join the amazing team of passionate volunteers running Pint of Science Australia!
Expressions of interest for local team volunteers are now open!
There are a range of volunteering positions across the organisation, including one-off on-the-night volunteers, festival-focused coordination roles, and year-round national positions.
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