An Evening with Dr Karl: The Science of Survival
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Big questions. Brilliant answers!What happens when nature goes completely off script? And what helps us adapt when it does?
Join one of Australia’s best-loved science communicators, Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM, live at the Cooktown Events Centre for a brilliantly curious evening of science, discovery and plenty of laughs.
An Evening with Dr Karl: The Science of Survival will explore the fascinating science of our natural world, the unexpected and human resilience, all with Dr Karl’s unmistakable ability to make complicated ideas wonderfully entertaining.
Whether you’re a lifelong science fan, naturally curious or simply love asking why?, this is a rare opportunity to see Dr Karl live in Cooktown.
Tickets are strictly limited, so book early to avoid missing out.
TICKETS
General Admission – $20 per person
General admission seating is available for $20 per person.
Reserved Table of 8 – $144
Gather your friends, family or colleagues and make a night of it.
A limited number of reserved tables for eight are available for $144 per table, guaranteeing your group a table and reserved seating together.
One booking reserves the entire table for up to eight guests.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR UNDER 18s
As this is a fully licensed event, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult with a valid ticket.
The evening event is not recommended for children under eight years of age.
EVENT DETAILS
Friday 30 October 2026
Cooktown Events Centre
Official program commences at 6pm
Food and beverages will be available to purchase at the venue.
The Cooktown Events Centre is fully licensed and BYO alcohol is not permitted.
Tickets are strictly limited – book now and get ready for a high chance of science!
Assistance provided by the Australian and Queensland governments through the jointly funded Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements.
‘Dr Karl Kruszelnicki AM’ appears by arrangement with Claxton Speakers International.
Date
Friday 30 October 2026 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Cooktown Events Centre
May Street , Cooktown QLD 4895
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