Magnolia Curator Tours

Thursday & Saturday, Feb. 2–25, 10 a.m. & noon S.F. Botanical Garden (1199 Ninth Ave.) The garden is recognized as the world’s fourth most significant collection of mag... Read More

Nightlife

NightLife of Tomorrow

Thursday, Feb. 23, 6–10 p.m. California Academy of Sciences Do androids dream of electric penguins? Expand your mind with a night of futuristic art and science. Ages 21 & up.... Read More

Science & Environment

70th Pacific Orchid Exposition: Celebrating Diversity

Fri.–Sun., Feb. 24–26, 10 a.m. S.F. County Fair Bldg. (1199 Ninth Ave.) The largest orchid show on the West Coast features thousands of blooms, and offers a diverse variety of ... Read More

Major Events

S.F. Beer Week

Daily, Feb. 10–19 Various Bay Area venues Brewski lovers unite: This event includes a stellar lineup from local craft brewers and features myriad themes and events from the (ques... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

The Romantic Violin Experience

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 7–9 p.m. Medicine for Nightmares Bookstore & Gallery (3036 24th St). Enjoy a romantic evening sipping cocktails and listening to your favorite love songs an... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

Hearts in San Francisco 2023

Heart display: Daily through Feb. 28, Ferry Building Gala: Thursday, Feb. 9, 5 p.m., City Hall Hearts After Dark: Thursday, Feb. 9, 8 p.m., City Hall The public is invited to view ... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

Champagne Cabaret: Valentines & Beyond

Thu.–Sun. (and Tuesday, Feb. 14), Feb. 9–March 4, 7:30 & 11 p.m. Great Star Theater (636 Jackson St.) Dancers, musicians, aerialists, and more share their most intimate fan... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

VisValley Jazz & Chocolate

Friday, Feb. 10, 6:30–9 p.m. The Good Chocolate (25 Leland Ave.) Give your loved ones bean-to-bar chocolates made by you, then enjoy a special Valentine’s Day-themed jazz conce... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

Valentine Broadside Printing

Saturday, Feb. 11, 2–4 p.m. S.F. Main Library (100 Larkin Street) Experience letterpress printing on the library’s 1909 Albion hand press and take home a unique keepsake for yo... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

Masquerade Valentine’s Cruise Party

Saturday, Feb. 11, 8:30 p.m. Hornblower Landing (Pier 3) Celebrate love, friendship, and future relationships on one of the most fun love cruises of the year. Includes refreshment... Read More

Major Events

Black History Month

Wed.–Sat., 11 a.m.–6 p.m. & Sunday, noon–5 p.m.; Feb. 1–28 Museum of the African Diaspora (685 Mission St.) & virtual Many of the featured programs are in conjuncti... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

5th Annual Goat My Valentine GOAT Fashion Show

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 4–6 p.m. Union Square Hosted by ABC7’s Dan Ashley, see the Greatest of All Time (GOAT) San Franciscans walk the runway with actual goats in “fashion” desi... Read More

Major Events

Edwardian Ball

Fri.–Sun., Feb. 3–5, 8 p.m.–2 a.m. Regency Ballroom (1290 Sutter St.) The Edwardian Ball is an elegant and whimsical celebration of art, music, theater, fashion, technology, ... Read More

Affairs of the Heart

Adagio in Africa: A Valentine’s Eve Cirque Show

Tuesday, Feb. 14, 5:30–11 p.m. Berber restaurant (1516 Broadway St.) Culinary art and acrobatics come together for a sensual feast for your eyes and palate in a romantic atmosphe... Read More

Major Events

Chinese New Year Community Fair & Parade

Sat.–Sun., Feb. 4–5 Chinatown Gung Hay Fat Choy! Celebrate the Year of the Rabbit with a street fair (Feb. 4–5) featuring 120 booths and concessions, folk dancing, opera, an... Read More

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