2015 Festival of Bright Ideas
 

The Festival of Bright Ideas 2016 will showcase the full spectrum of the Tasmanian science sector and aims to offer a program that is accessible and collaborative, engaging all ages and interest levels of science. This is a great opportunity for you to demonstrate the science in your work in a fun and interesting way, and to help us celebrate National Science Week in Tasmania. 

The festival will be open exclusively to schools on Friday 12th and to the public on Saturday 13th. 


INFORMATION FOR PARTICIPANTS 

HOURS
Friday 12 August - Schools Day, 9.00am-3.00pm
Saturday 13 August - Public Event, 9.00am-4.00pm

REGISTRATION
Registration for Activity Providers will be open in April. Please join our mailing list and we will let you know when registration is open. Please register your activity as soon as possible after the open of registrations. Providing as much detail as possible will help us promote your involvement in the festival leading up to the event, as well as help us plan a cohesive program without overlaps in content. Don't worry if you can't complete all the fields of the registration form now, you can log back in later to update your record. You'll be issued with a reference number once you register. Use the 'Modify Registration' button and your reference number to log back in to your record. 

COST
It is free to participate in the festival. The only cost to you will be resourcing your activity. Entry for the public is also free of charge.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:  
The deadline to register as an exhibitor is Friday 24 June 2016. We strongly advise however, that you sign up as soon as possible to guarantee your spot and your activity.

PARTICIPATION TYPES
You can participate in the festival program as an Exhibitor/Activity Provider or as a Workshop Provider. We also welcome contributions outside these main participation types and encourage you to contact us to discuss your idea. It is a requirement that all participants provide a hands-on activity that engages with a broad audience. 

SPACE:
Exhibitors:
Exhibitor spaces include:

  • 3 metre wide x 2 metre deep space (additional surrounding space may also be utilised)
  • 1 x 12 amp power outlet
  • One festival sign 

If you have additional requirements outside the standard exhibitor package please let us know and we will do our best to accommodate your requests.

Designing your space
How you present your space is completely up to you. No theming will be provided other than consistent signage for each exhibitor or activity. Each space will have smooth surface back and side wall to which you can adhere signage and other theming materials with blu-tac, double sided tape or velcro spots. 

Workshops: 
There will be a dedicated space available to workshop providers. Both seated and open spaces are available. If you are planning a workshop we will provide you with a space and schedule a time for your workshop within the program. 

Some audiovisual equipment will be provided such as a screen and projector. We otherwise ask that workshop providers resource their own activities. If you require additional audiovisual or equipment that you are not able to supply please indicate so on the registration form. We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

SIGNAGE
Each participant will be provided with one large festival sign that will describe the science and/or activity offered. Closer to the festival you will be asked to provide wording that describes your activity and science you are demonstrating. 

HOW TO DESIGN YOUR ACTIVITY
There are no limitations on the type of activity you can provide - it’s up to you, your resources and your imagination! The festival program will be developed around the contributions of participants and we are happy to help you formulate or tailor your concept to attract as many visitors as possible to your exhibit. Please contact us if you would like to discuss your ideas admin@luminousevents.com.au

Need Ideas? This website is a great resource for activity ideas www.howtosmile.org.

As a guide activities should:

  • Be hands-on
  • Be simple and efficient
  • Engage with a broad audience
  • Allow for between 5- 10 participants at any one time 

SCHOOLS DAY ACTIVITIES (FRI 12th)
We ask exhibitors to be prepared to present to small groups of school children (between 5-10 participants) for 10 minute timeframes. Schools Day activities will be aimed toward children grade 5 and upward. Each school will receive a two hour, fully scheduled itinerary which will include ten minute sessions with exhibitors. Each exhibitor will present to between 15-20 groups throughout the day. 

OPEN DAY ACTIVITIES (SAT 13th)
There is no time limit for activities. Your activity can run continually, or for a set duration at specific intervals. 

WEATHER
As the entire festival will be contained within PW1, the festival will go ahead even if it’s pouring with rain!

BUMP IN/OUT TIMES
Bump-In: Thursday 11th - 9.00am - 4.00pm.
Bump-out: Saturday 13th – 4.00pm -6.00pm.
Larger items can be collected on Sunday 14th from 10.00am-12.00pm.