Festivals, Feasts & Fairs

LAKE ARROWHEAD--Climb on board to vote for your favorite light display at the annual Queen Festival of Lights, nightly through Jan. 2. The one-hour cruise offers a front-row seat to view the decorated lakeside homes. Stop by Leroy’s Sports in Lake Arrowhead Village for the $10 tickets (the fund-raiser supports special education programs). 6 p.m. (909) 336-6992.

SAN LUIS OBISPO--Bring the whole family to ring in the New Year on First Night in this community. The no-alcohol party begins at 3 p.m. in the streets of downtown, lasting until the clock strikes 12. Highlights include bands, folk singers, cloggers, a magician, children’s theater and lots of food. $10. (888) 546-4905.

MAMMOTH LAKES--Take a break from the snowy slopes and warm up at the indoor New Year’s Arts and Crafts Fair, Dec. 26-31. Local artists will sell handmade brass sculptures, pottery, woodwork, weaving and other crafts. Minaret Village Mall, Meridian Street and Old Mammoth Road. Open 10 a.m.-6 p.m. each day. Free. (760) 872-1554.

RED BLUFF--Expect to kick up your heels at the New Year’s Rodeo and Dance. Rodeo events begin at 7 p.m. Dec. 31, at the Tehama District Fairgrounds. The dance follows in the rodeo arena. On Jan. 1, the Sierra Circuit Rodeo Finals get underway at 7 p.m. Thursday admission: $15 in advance, $20 at gate (includes rodeo and dance); Friday, $10 in advance, $15 at gate. 650 Antelope Blvd. (530) 527-5920.

SAN FRANCISCO--Slap on some skates and glide to the music of a live band at the New Year’s Eve Celebration on Ice. The outdoor Kristi Yamaguchi Holiday Ice Rink will be open 10 a.m.-1 a.m. New Year’s Eve. Admission $6, $3 for children 8 and under; skates rent for $3, hockey skates $4. Justin Herman Plaza, Embarcadero 4 (across from ferry building). (415) 956-1437.