Astronomy on Tap San Francisco – October 2026

Local astronomers talking about stars, planets, and the universe at your neighborhood bar. No PhD required.

Tickets here.

Astronomy on Tap is is a free public lecture series where astronomers give short, laid-back talks over drinks at local bars. No background in science required — our scientists share cool stuff about space while the audience sits back and relaxes, with plenty of time to indulge their curiosity and ask whatever questions they want.

This month, we’re hosting:

Nick Rodd (LBL)–The Latest in the Search for Dark Matter

and

Seth Shostak (SETI Institute) – Are We Alone in the Universe?

Rodd is a Divisional Fellow at Lawrence Berkeley Lab and former faculty member at CERN. Shostak is the senior astronomer for the SETI Institute, co-hosts of the weekly podcast Big Picture Science, and author of four books on the search for extraterrestrial life.

Astronomy on Tap takes place in cities all over the world. This is a revival of the San Francisco chapter, which regularly hosted events before the pandemic. We’re excited to be back on a monthly basis!

The event is free, but there is a 1 drink minimum. Food (tacos or banh mi) will be available with vegetarian options.

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