Annual Water Rocket Challenge

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September 14, 2025, 10:00 am
Carrington Park, Carterton 5713

Organised by

Star Safari (Milky-Way.Kiwi)
Blast off at Carrington Park with the third annual Water Rocket Challenge! Join Go-Carterton, Star Safari and The Phoenix Astronomical Society for solar telescope viewing and a morning of family fun, science, and sky-high excitement.

Water Rockets & Solar Telescopes at Carrington Park

Back for the third year in a row, our spectacular Water Rocket Challenge launches Carterton’s skies into excitement at Carrington Park. Families, students, and rocket enthusiasts are invited to design, launch, and test their water-powered rockets in a fun, hands-on morning of science in action.

This year, we’re thrilled to also welcome back The Phoenix Astronomical Society (TPAS), which will bring its solar telescopes so you can safely view the Sun like never before. From the thrill of rocket launches to the wonder of seeing sunspots and solar flares, this event celebrates curiosity and community.

Audience:

  • Families and children of all ages
  • Science and astronomy enthusiasts
  • Curious locals and visitors

Tickets / Entry:

Free – all welcome