Feel the Chemistry Nightlife

Celebrate the science behind the things that make us blush at this special SF Beer Week-meets-Valentine's Day edition of NightLife.

Whether you're coupled up, searching for a mate, or happily flying solo, sip your way through a pop-up beer hall with dozens of local breweries including Anchor Brewing, Anderson Valley Brewing Co., Calicraft Brewing Co., Drake's Brewing, Fort Point, Golden State Cider, Devoto Orchards Cider, and Six Rivers Brewery.

Plus, be the first to sample NightLife's brand new signature beer, brewed in collaboration with Magnolia Brewery-more details soon!

Learn about the serious chemistry involved in brewing the perfect craft beer and get a lesson in SF beer history from Anchor brewmaster Mark Carpenter.

Plus, find out what's growing in your beer while visiting a "yeast zoo" with UC Berkeley microbiologists Julie Choe, Brittney Nguyen, and Bret Peterson.

Chat with the beer geeks from SF Brewcraft and pick up tips on the art of home brewing.

Looking to catch a little love buzz? In African Hall, hear a racy talk from human sexuality aficionados Carol Queen and Robert Lawrence.

Then, take an R-rated tour of the Universe during a special edition of Celestial Attractions at 6:30 pm, followed by two showings of Habitat Earth.

Practice the fine art of flirting during a speed dating session in the East Garden, coupled with Brainstormer pub trivia to help break the ice.

Looking for a way to make your sweetie swoon? Create a custom valentine card at GoGo Craft's pop-up valentine-making station.

Be sure to wander through the Academy's Animal Attraction exhibit to learn how fish, frogs, and other aquatic lovers find, make, and show love in the animal kingdom.

21+ only