Lunar New Year celebrations to Mardi Gras celebrations: What's happening on Tuesday?

Lunar New Year
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From Mardi Gras fun at Disneyland and a Lunar New Year celebration in Whittier to trivia night, tacos, and a full ballet production of Swan Lake, Tuesday brings a mix of family events, food, and live performance across SoCal.

Mardi Gras Celebration at Disneyland
Summary: Disneyland’s New Orleans Square transforms with Mardi Gras decorations, jazz music, festive treats, and special character appearances including Princess Tiana. Guests can enjoy themed foods like King Cake, specialty beignets, and limited-edition merchandise.
 Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
 Time: Park hours vary
 Location: Disneyland Park, Anaheim
 Link: https://www.mousesavers.com/disneyland-california-vacation-discounts-and-deals/disneyland-entertainment-special-events-tours/

Lunar New Year Celebration at Rodeo 72
Summary: Families can celebrate the Year of the Horse with cultural crafts, a meet and greet with Mei Mei from Turning Red, food vendors, and a festive community gathering.
 Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
 Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Location: Rodeo 72, Whittier
 Link: https://www.rodeopublicmarket.com/rodeo-72-whittier/lunar-new-year-celebration-at-rodeo-72

Tacos & Trivia Tuesdays
Summary: Angel City Brewery hosts its weekly taco night with trivia from King Trivia, offering food, drinks, and a laid-back midweek hangout.
 Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
 Time: Trivia starts 7:00 PM
 Location: Angel City Brewery & Public House, Los Angeles
 Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tacos-trivia-tuesdays-tickets-1978858659520

Swan Lake - World Ballet Company
Summary: The World Ballet Company presents Swan Lake with a cast of international dancers, elaborate costumes, handcrafted sets, and Tchaikovsky’s iconic score in this classic story of magic, love, and redemption.
 Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
 Time: 7:00 PM
 Location: Alex Theatre, Glendale
 Link: https://www.ticketmaster.com/world-ballet-company-swan-lake-glendale-california-02-17-2026/event/0B0062CBAE5533F8

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