15 Winter Events To Beat Cabin Fever In SoCal

Now that the holidays are no longer competing for Southern Californians' time, cabin fever may have started to set in.

It's a perfect time to take in a show, layer up and embrace the outdoors, or explore a new hobby.

We've rounded up 15 winter events from around Southern California, including Disney On Ice, Monster Jam, and Lunar New Year and Mardi Gras celebrations.

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Here are our picks:

Disney On Ice

• When: Jan. 22–25
• Where: Pechanga Arena, 3500 Sports Arena Blvd., San Diego
• What: Disney On Ice presents Let's Dance! features stories and songs from Disney films, along with ice skating, aerial acrobatics, stunts and special effects.

Farmers Insurance Open

• When: Jan. 29–Feb. 1
• Where: Torrey Pines Golf Course, 11480 North Torrey Pines Road, La Jolla
• What: The professional golf tournament on the PGA Tour is held annually at the iconic Torrey Pines Golf Course.

Free Family Festival: Lunar New Year

• When: Feb. 1
• Where: Bowers Museum, 2002 N Main St., Santa Ana
• Details: The festival will feature live performances, art making, face painting and complimentary treats.

Los Angeles CineFest Film Festival

• When: Feb. 21–22
• Where: Broadwater Theater, Main Stage, Los Angeles
• Details: The 13th annual Los Angeles CineFest Film Festival screens local, national and international films and videos.

Lunar New Year

• When: Jan. 31–Feb. 16
• Where: SeaWorld San Diego, 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego
• What: Celebrate the Year of the Horse with eight days of festive performances, vibrant decor, and traditions that honor energy, optimism, independence and new beginnings.

Lunar New Year Celebration

• When: Feb. 7–8, 14–15 and 21–22
• Where: South Coast Botanic Garden, 26300 Crenshaw Blvd., Palos Verdes Estates
• Details: The celebration will feature interactive stations, a wishing tree and Zodiac Stroll, and a new dragon walk and morning tai chi class. Other highlights include include lion dancers, martial artists, folk dancers, drummers, specialty foods and hand-mixed cocktails.

Mardi Gras

• When: Jan. 24–Feb. 22
• Where: SeaWorld San Diego, 500 Sea World Drive, San Diego
• What: Celebrate the spirit of carnival with a parade, live music, colorful costumes, and Creole and Cajun food.

Marinelli Bros. Circus

• When: Feb. 6–15
• Where: MainPlace Mall, Santa Ana
• What: The two-hour family-friendly show features jaw-dropping stunts, soaring aerialists and world-class performers, according to the website.

Monster Jam

• When: Jan. 24–25
• Where: Snapdragon Stadium, 2101 Stadium Way, San Diego
• What: The motorsports event tour features 12 athletes and their 12,000-pound monster trucks tearing up the dirt in competitions of speed and skill.

Riverside Dickens Festival

• When: Feb. 21–22
• Where: White Park, 3936 Chestnut St., Riverside
• Details: Downtown Riverside will be transformed into a lively Victorian village, featuring a weekend of living history, including theatrical performances, costumed characters, live music and hands-on activities.

Riverside Lunar Festival

• When: Jan. 24–25
• Where: Chinese Pavilion, 456 Mission Inn Ave., Riverside
• Details: The 14th annual Riverside Lunar Festival returns to Downtown Riverside, bringing a celebration of culture, food and fun to Mission Inn Avenue.

San Diego Lunar New Year Festival

• When: Feb. 13–15
• Where: Officer Jeremy Henwood Memorial Park, 4455 Wightman St., San Diego
• What: The festival offers traditional Asian cuisine, live performances, and a marketplace with crafts and gifts.

San Diego Restaurant Week

• When: Jan. 25–Feb. 1
• Where: Participating restaurants across San Diego County
• What: The bi-annual event will showcase more than 100 restaurants across the county offering specially curated two-course lunches and three-course dinners starting at $30.

Soul Springs Festival

• When: Feb. 7
• Where: Cathedral City Community Amphitheater, Cathedral City
• What: The festival showcases musical talent and brings together communities to share in the cultural heritage of soul music.

Southwest Arts Festival

• When: Jan. 23–25
• Where: Empire Polo Club, 81-800 Ave. 51, Indio
• Details: The art festival features a variety of traditional, contemporary, and abstract fine works of art, jewelry and quality crafts.