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The Secret Society of Adultologists

Love hurts. Love heals. Love bites.

Save the date! On Friday, February 13, 2026, join the Secret Society of Adultologists for a wickedly fun night as we sink our teeth into the wild side of romance, attraction, and survival. This after-hours, 21+ event will take you through the seductive science of mating rituals, venomous lovers, and heartbreak in the animal kingdom.

Whether you’re lovestruck, love-shy, or love-scorned, this cheeky pre-Valentine’s bash has something for you. Dress to impress—or to distress—and toast (or roast) the season of affection with your fellow curious creatures.

Friday, February 13, 2026, 7-11 PM
$45 for non-members, $35 for members.

Food and drink will be available for additional purchase.

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Friday the 13th never looked so good. Here's what's in store for an incredible evening.

  • Enjoy live cumbia music from La Diabla.
  • Curious about your love life's future? Get a tarot card reading in our research library.
  • Coloring Book Factory will be drawing caricatures.
  • Make a Valentine's or Galentine's card for your loved one.
  • Participate in a building-wide scavenger hunt.
  • Have a conversation with our scientists about sex and mating in wildlife: Why do jumping spiders dance? How do rattlesnakes mate? Does kissing a frog actually do anything? Only one way to find out...at our scientific seductoin stations.
  • Pop over to the Whaley House's table—they'll have devices to measure possible paranormal activity.
  • Buy some delectable bites from Wolf in the Woods (rooftop) and The Craft Taco (Atrium).
  • Craft cocktails, mocktails, beer, and wine available for purchase on several floors of the Museum.
  • Didn't get a gift for your beloved? Pop into Gold Leaf to snag a last-minute present.
  • Plus, tons of interactive tables featuring local organizations and partners.

Past Events

  • April 11, 2025: Prehistoric Prom
  • September 13, 2024: Wonderland
  • October 13, 2023: Old Hollywood Horror
  • October 21, 2022: Spooky
  • January 24, 2020: Time Machine
  • September 20, 2019: ¡Californias!
  • May 3, 2019: Garden Party
  • February 8, 2019: Red
  • November 16, 2018: Shiny, Pretty Things
  • June 16, 2018: Adult Summer Camp
  • February 9, 2018: Courtship, Love, and Sex in Nature
  • September 29, 2017: Secret Society of Adultologists