Trivia & Cosplay Extravaganza

Get your costume ready & brush up on your facts!

Characters dressed in cosplay dancing and having fun. Artist Riley Button

Looking for a fun, family-friendly activity that’s free and open to everyone? Gather your crew (or come solo) and prepare for a day of laughter, costumes, and brain-busting fun at our Trivia & Cosplay Extravaganza! Whether you’re a trivia buff, a cosplay enthusiast, or just looking for a great way to spend the day, this event has something for everyone.

Event Highlights

📅 When: 22 February 2025
🕒 Time: 4:30pm – 6:30pm
📍 Where: The Place Charlestown Community Centre

Cosplay Showcase:
Bring your favourite characters to life! Whether you’re a seasoned cosplayer or trying it out for the first time, our friendly cosplay showcase welcomes everyone. Show off your creativity, or simply enjoy the incredible costumes on display.

Trivia Challenge:
Think you’ve got what it takes to be a trivia champion? Test your knowledge across a variety of topics, from pop culture and movies to anime and more. Form a team with friends or family or come solo—we’ll match you up with a team to join the fun.

All Abilities Welcome:
We’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can participate. Whether you're a trivia master or just love the energy of a good team challenge, you’ll feel right at home.

Perfect for Families:
This event is designed by our participants and team with families in mind! Bring the kids, grandparents, or your neighbour down the street—there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Teams can have up to 10 members.

Prizes & Surprises:
It’s not just about the glory (though there’s plenty of that, too!). We’ll be handing out prizes for the top trivia teams, best-dressed cosplayers, and a few special surprises along the way.

Why You Shouldn’t Miss This Event

The Trivia & Cosplay Extravaganza is more than just a day of fun—it’s a chance to connect with your community, make new friends, and create lasting memories. Plus, it’s completely free to participate!

How to Join

Register ahead of time to secure your spot. You can register online at https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/trivia-cosplay-place-based-abilities-program-tickets-1108839471709?aff=oddtdtcreator or call us on 02 4032 5500.

Don’t miss out on the excitement—mark your calendar, invite your friends, and get ready for a day filled with costumes, questions, and community spirit. We can’t wait to see you there!

The Trivia & Cosplay event is part of the Place Based Abilities (PBA) program funded by the Australian Government and is planned with participants. Original artwork by Riley Button, PBA participant.

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Questacon STEM Network: Hunter Region Educator Meetups

by Cristelle Govender • 30 October 2025

Dates: Wednesday 5th November 2025 & Thursday 4th December 2025 Time: 5pm - 6:30pm (arrive from 4:45pm) Cost: FREE Tickets: HERE Are you a Hunter Region STEM educator with an interest in building your professional connections? Join in the launch of the Hunter Region STEM Network! Connect with fellow educators, get hands-on with STEM activities, and boost your STEM teaching confidence. Meet other educators and build your professional networks, engage in hands-on STEM activities, and discuss classroom implementation, gain insights into high quality STEM resources and programs, access Q.Ed Community, Questacon’s Education Community of Practice. With the support of local educators, Questacon facilitates state-based STEM network meetings, connecting educators with each other, with resources, and with the local STEM community. Each meeting you’ll hear from local educators about their classroom practice, connect to your local Questacon Regional Leader, complete a creative hands-on STEM activity, and explore how you can extend and enrich your STEM teaching. Things to know: Suitable for NSW primary and high school teachers, school lab techs, pre-service teachers and outreach educators, as well as those with an interest in STEM education Meetings are FREE to attend, but registration is essential to secure your spot Afternoon tea provided If the location or dates don’t suit you, you can express your interest in future opportunities via the application form Meetings are held each term, but places are limited. About the Program: Questacon Regional Leaders are in every state and territory, building networks of educator communities across the country. Q.Ed community is a hub for state-based communities of practice led by teachers and facilitated by Questacon. With regular, in-person and virtual meets, a Teams channel to chat, professional learning resources and grab'n’go activities and more, Q.Ed community gives you the access, networking and resources to elevate your STEM classroom, wherever you are. For more information contact: teachers@questacon.edu.au or view the event on the Questacon website