Coolest Things to Do in the South Bay (LA) in February
From Lunar New Year celebrations to Valentine’s events, there are plenty of educational and exciting things to cram into the shortest month of the year. Check out our list of all the fun things to do in the South Bay and beyond in February.
This post is sponsored by South Bay Credit Union. South Bay Credit Union is for all who live, work, or worship in the South Bay.
Upcoming Featured Events & Program Highlights:
- Sunday, February 8: Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday Race
- Ends Friday, February 6 Valentine’s Day Kindness Project 2026
- Saturdays and Sundays, February 7 – 22 Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden
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The Village Garden
1728 S Catalina Ave, Redondo Beach, CA, 90277, US
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Charles H. Wilson Park
2200 Crenshaw Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA, 90503, United States
Whale Fiesta
Cabrillo Marine Aquarium
3720 Stephen M White Drive, Los Angeles, CA, 90731, US
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3330 Civic Center Drive, Torrance, California 90503
Featured Valentine’s Day Kindness Project 2026
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Friday Fun at Madrona Marsh Preserve
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3201 Plaza del Amo, Torrance, CA, 90503, United States
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Del Amo Fashion Center
Events & Activities in the South Bay This Month
Local Anchor Valentine’s Day Kindness Project
Ends Feb. 6
Looking for a fun and creative way to give back with the family? Make some Valentine’s Day cards with Local Anchor! Join our Valentine’s Day Kindness Project by donating Valentine’s Day Cards to donate to patients in local hospitals. Make cards at home and drop them off at one of our collection locations in the South Bay.
Whale Fiesta
Feb. 1
Join in the fun celebrating the migration of the Pacific gray whale and the beginning of the whale watching season! Enjoy a family day filled with activities and exhibits, including games, arts and crafts, puppet shows, expert guest lecturers and festive music. You won’t want to miss the life-sized inflatable whales and the famous Duct Tape Whale Contest.
Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday Race
Feb. 8
Grab your sneakers and get ready to move at the 48th Annual Redondo Beach Super Bowl Sunday Race. The whole family can participate in the action with a 10K, 5K, Baby Buggy 10K, 5K Stroller Walk, and Kids 1K Fun Run! Organized and founded by the Redondo Beach Chamber of Commerce, you can’t beat this fun family event for outdoor fitness with a spectacular ocean view.
Lunar New Year Celebration at South Coast Botanic Garden
Saturdays and Sundays, February 2026
The South Coast Botanic Garden celebrates the Lunar New Year every weekend throughout the month of February with new expanded hours and additional performance times. The festivities include crafting dragon puppets, making paper lanterns, calligraphy, and games. Each weekend also features live performances of lion and dragon dances, as well as martial arts demonstrations, and more. The event is free with garden admission, there is an additional fee for performances.
Valentine’s Night Dive at Aquarium of the Pacific
Feb. 13
Grab your special someone or your best pals for a Valentine’s celebration you won’t forget! Enjoy a cocktail from a cash bar, snap pics in the photo booth, and groove to the tunes of live music at Blue Cavern! Café Scuba will be open serving delightful Valentine’s Day specials. Come celebrate love at Night Dive at Aquarium of the Pacific. This event is for adults (18+ only).
Enjoy a Date Night
Feb. 14 (or anytime!)
Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to get out for some much-needed time without kids. Check out our guide to the best date night restaurants in the South Bay to plan your evening.
Aquarium of the Pacific 24th Annual African American Festival
Feb. 21-22
The Annual African-American Festival is back for another year of exciting festivities. Family-friendly activities include live music, dance performances, storytelling, historical displays, and the Aquarium’s Heritage Award ceremony. Festival admission is included in your Aquarium ticket.
Lunar New Year Celebration at The Point
Feb. 22
Head to The Point to celebrate the Year of the Horse with a festive Lunar New Year event. Enjoy a lively Lion Dance performance, traditional drum beats, lantern decorating, and more. Experience the joy and traditions of the Lunar New Year in a vibrant community setting.
More Exciting Events in the South Bay
From live music to comedy shows, the South Bay is full of venues that host exciting events all month long. Check out some of our favorite spots below:
Common Space Brewery
This beer garden and tap room in Hawthorne hosts public events all month, including weekly trivia nights, comedy shows, line dancing, and more. Check out their full line-up for the month.
Riviera Mexican Cantina
Every month the Cantina hosts live Mariachi music and live comedy shows with comedians featured on HBO and Netflix. Check out the calendar of events for the month for dates and times.
Project Barley Taps & Grill
If you’re looking for live music, head to the Project Barley Redondo Beach location where you’ll find a new artist every night of the week. Check the full monthly calendar for more info.
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Lunar New Year Celebrations
Throughout February
The Year of the Horse has arrived, and there are plenty of ways to celebrate, from parades to festivals. Check out our complete guide to all of the special events across the city.
Knott’s PEANUTS Celebration
Weekends through February 22
Kick off the Seasons of Fun and celebrate with the PEANUTS gang as they take over the park. Enjoy special performances, photo ops, and limited-time treats and eats throughout the park.
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