2/1 – Cardiff Kook Run | Starts under the “Encinitas” Sign | Race begins at 8:00 am | Refer to website for pricing | The Annual Cardiff Kook Run 5K, 10K & Costume Contest is a celebration of the greatest town on the map. The scenic loop starts under the “Encinitas” sign and passes by the famous “Cardiff Kook” statue along the historic HWY 101 all the way down to Cardiff State Beach.

2/1 – 2/28 – Museum Month | Participating Museums | Refer to website for museum list participating in 50% off admission | Macy’s Museum Month gives San Diegans a chance to discover what’s new at 45 area museums with incredible savings. Participants can pick up a free Macy’s Museum Month Pass at any local Macy’s store to enjoy half-off admission to all of the participating museums through the entire month of February.

2/5 – Culture & Cocktails: Havana Nights | San Diego Museum of Art; 1450 El Prado | 6:00 – 10:00 pm | 21+ Event | $20 for non members | Imagine: open-air bazaars, ocean-front walkways, bright colors, crumbling colonial architecture, and salsa music booming through the streets

2/5 – 2/8 – Farmers Insurance Open | Torrey Pines Golf Course | Refer to website for times; advance ticket purchase required | The annual PGA Tour men’s golf tournament is played at the Torrey Pines Golf Course in La Jolla, home of the 2008 U.S. Open.

2/5 – 2/15 – 24th Annual San Diego Jewish Film Festival | Various Theaters in San Diego County | Refer to website for times | Annual presentation of American and international feature films, documentaries and short subjects exploring the Jewish experience

2/7 – Mermaid San Diego 5k, 10k & Half Marathon | South Tecolote Shores | 7:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | All women’s run along shoreline of East Mission Bay and roadway around Fiesta Island

2/7 – 2/22 – The Marvel Experience | Del Mar Fairgrounds, 2260 Jimmy Durante Blvd, Del Mar | See website for dates & times | Tickets start at $27.50 | Join forces with Marvel’s mightiest Heroes on a mission to save the planet. The Marvel Experience is a first-of-its-kind attraction that covers over two acres and encompasses seven colossal Domes.

2/8 – Bridal Bazaar | San Diego Convention Center, Halls G&H | 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | San Diego’s largest bridal show of the year where you can explore and experience all your options to create your wedding day, your way

2/14– 21st Annual Brazil Mardi Gras | San Diego Museum of Art, Balboa Park | 9:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. | See website for pricing | San Diego Brazil Carnaval is one of the largest most authentic Carnaval Events in California.

2/15 – Coronado Valentine’s Day 10k | Tidelands Park, Coronado | 7:15 a.m. Start | Must register in advance, no race-day registration

2/17– Hillcrest Fat Tuesday | University Ave between 1st & 4th Ave | 6:00 – 11:00 pm | GA Tickets: $15 in advance & $20 day of  (21+ Event) | Fat Tuesday will feature a night time dance party, carnival style performances, Cajun Cuisine, performances by the lovely ladies of Lips, two bars, exclusive VIP area with private bar and your favorite Rich’s Nightclub DJs.

2/17– Gaslamp Quarter Mardi Gras Parade & Celebration | Gaslamp Quarter | 5:00 pm – Midnight | See website for ticket & pricing info | Gaslamp San Diego Mardi Gras is San Diego’s most beloved nightlife street party

2/21 – 12th Annual Guacamole Bowl Cook-Off Contest | 2150 Pan American Rd West, Balboa Park | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. | Admission $5.00 – includes a bag of chips and a vote of your choice | Benefits “Sports for Exceptional Athletes”