About

Launched in 2015, The Festival of Bright Ideas (FOBI) is a festival with a difference, where you can experience a range of activities and exhibits that whiz, bang, fly, crawl, swim, and maybe even explode! FOBI is supported by 30+ local science, tech, engineering, and maths (STEM) affiliated organisations and caters to thousands of curious Tasmanians each year.

Our mission

• To celebrate the important role that STEM disciplines play in our everyday lives
• To acknowledge the value and strengths of the Tasmanian STEM sector
• To inspire Tasmanian youth, igniting the aspirations of students to pursue an interest in STEM
• To cultivate the curiosity of life-long learners of all ages
• To encourage and partner with STEM organisations to share this vision of an engaged and informed community

STEM disciplines will be the bridge that carries us towards a bright, solutions focussed and innovative future. Through collaboration with leading Tasmanian STEM professionals, academics, education providers, and community leaders, we seek to make that future accessible to everyone.

FOBI facts

• Friday 22 August - There is a day just for schools!
• Saturday 23 August – Open to the public, tickets essential!
• Princes Wharf 1 (PW1) in Hobart, Tasmania – right next to Salamanca Markets.
• Audience = EVERYONE! Whether you are a family, couple, individual, or group.
• We entertain over 5,000 visitors over the 2 days!
• The Saturday open day will run in three ticketed sessions of 2.5 hours’ duration.
• You can book for more than one session to extend your time at the festival.
• The venue is disability friendly.

You’ll have a great time at FOBI.