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Nobody nails the weekend’s can’t-miss nightlife like Night+Day. But what if you’re feeling feisty mid-week? Forget about quiet evenings curled up with your Kindle—we’re giving you prime picks for Weeknight Fun around the world. Hump day will never be the same!
Best Weeknight Fun in....
Best Weeknight Fun
San Francisco
California Academy of Sciences 55 Music Concourse Dr., Golden Gate Park, 415-379-8000 calacademy.org
The Draw: On Thursday night of every week, the California Academy of Sciences opens its doors to a 21+ crowd for an evening of cocktails, music, and provocative scientific inquiry. And you thought science museums were just for kids. The Scene: Each week, the Academy invites hip local DJs, singers, and other entertainers to mix it up with NASA astronomers, oceanographers, filmmakers, ecologists, and world-renowned professors who come to speak on a variety of topics, all while crowds mix and mingle, cocktails in hand. Witness how interest levels rise as the night proceeds. Hot Tip: Check the Academy’s website for details about each week’s event, so you know what kind of entertainment will be offered.
The Draw: This sultry lounge offers patrons a bargain with its ½ price Monday night wine special from 5:30–6:30 pm. The Scene: A mixture of Pac Heights denizens and after-work revelers swing by this restaurant and lounge to sip vino and nibble on small plates that include Solstice’s spiced edamame, its addictive hand-cut fries, and its Kobe beef sliders. Hot Tip: If you have a larger group, request the couches on the lower level. They’re incredibly comfy and give you plenty of room to spread out.
Glas Kat Supper Club 520 Fourth St., SOMA, 415-495-6620 glaskat.com
The Draw: Tuesday nights are salsa nights at the Glas Kat. Break out your dancing shoes and join in the fun. The Scene: Couples whirl around the 1200 square foot hardwood dance floor as various DJs spin beats. There are classes at 7:45, 8:30, and 8:45, so even if you’re a novice, you can still work on your shines and swing steps. Hot Tip: The club actually serves dinner; enjoy some fusion tapas before cutting a rug.
