February 13, 2026
Science on the Rocks UnValentines
Presented by Truist
Forget the crowded restaurants and prix-fixe menus this year. If you are searching for truly unique things to do for Valentine’s Day in Charlotte, look no further. Discovery Place Science is hosting the city’s most anticipated adults-only evening.
On Friday, February 13, 2026, join us for (Un)Valentines Science on the Rocks. This is a night that trades candlelight for fiber optics and chocolates for chemistry. Whether you are deeply in love, happily single, or somewhere in between, this is the (Un)Valentine’s experience you have been waiting for.
- | 4 hours
- Full Museum
- Ages 21+
A Date Night (or Anti-Date Night) Like No Other
Finding fresh date ideas in Uptown Charlotte can be a challenge. We have designed an evening that caters to every relationship status, ensuring you rank high on fun and low on pressure.
- For Couples: Shake up your routine with a creative date night that sparks real conversation. Explore the museum after hours, challenge each other in hands-on labs, and enjoy a romantic stroll through the aquarium with a cocktail in hand.
- For Singles & Friends: Celebrate your independence or gather the squad for the ultimate “Palentine’s” or Anti-Valentine’s Day bash. With a lively atmosphere, live music, and zero pressure, it is the perfect alternative to the traditional romance scene.
Event Details
- Date: Friday, February 13, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Location: Discovery Place Science, 168 W 6th St, Charlotte, NC 28202
- General Admission Price: $24.94 (Adult 21+)
- Age: 21+ Only (Valid Photo ID required for admission)
Why Choose Science on the Rocks for Valentine’s Weekend?
Ranked as one of the top adults-only events in Charlotte, Science on the Rocks offers an atmosphere you cannot find anywhere else. If you are searching for romantic things to do in Charlotte that are actually fun, or an anti-Valentine’s event that is more than just a bar crawl, this is your destination.
Event Highlights: Science, Cocktails & Curiosity
Experience Discovery Place Science as you never have before. This 21+ event features:
- Themed Cocktails: Sip on love potions and liquid nitrogen-chilled drinks from our cash bars located throughout the museum levels.
- Adults-Only Museum Access: Explore all your favorite exhibits and the aquarium without the crowds or kids.
- Live Entertainment: Dance the night away or sit back and enjoy live science demonstrations that sizzle.
Ticket Add-Ons & Exclusive Experiences
Make your night unforgettable by upgrading your General Admission ticket with these limited-availability experiences.
- Heart Dissections Workshop ($25.00 Add-On)
Nothing says “(Un)Valentines” quite like anatomy. Join our expert educators to dissect a real animal heart. You will explore the physiology of the “organ of love” in this fascinating hands-on workshop.- Times: 6:30-7:30 PM | 7:30-8:30 PM | 8:30-9:30 PM
- Format: Drop in at any point during your selected hour.
- Digistar 7 Planetarium Show: Mars the Ultimate Voyage ($8.95 Add-On)
Take a romantic (or solo) journey through the cosmos. Experience Mars the Ultimate Voyage in our state-of-the-art Digistar 7 Planetarium.- Showtimes: 7:00 PM | 8:00 PM | 9:00 PM
- Duration: Approx. 25-30 mins.