Now that you've survived the Polar Vortex, you're likely looking for a reason to get out of the house.
Super Bowl Sunday takes place this weekend, but it's not the only exciting event to keep on your calendar. Before you head over to your friend's house for nachos and wings on Sunday, consider getting out and exploring some of these Northeast Ohio events.
Beijing Dance Theater
What: See the Ohio debut of Beijing Dance Theater in two performances. According to Dance Cleveland, "Delicate, beautiful and filled with technically superb dancers, BDT's works create a meeting point where both traditional Chinese culture influences the movement and innovation pushes the company forward through thought provoking contemporary choreography." Get tickets here.
Where: Ohio Theatre,1511 Euclid Ave., Cleveland
When: Saturday 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2 p.m.
Great Big Home and Garden Show
What: Celebrate the approach of spring with more than 600 exhibits to refresh your home. The show has everything from project ideas, advice and deals for all things home improvement, and you can meet HGTV's Eric and Lindsey Bennett from "Desert Flippers." Get tickets here.
Where: I-X Center, 1 IX Center Drive, Cleveland
When: Feb. 1-10
Groundhog Fun Day
What: Whether he sees his shadow or not, celebrate the groundhog at the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Visitors can meet the museum's resident groundhog, Thistle the Whistlepig, make a groundhog puppet and learn all about the rodent. Learn more here.
Where: Cleveland Museum of Natural History, 1 Wade Oval Drive, Cleveland
When: Saturday 10 a.m.
Lunar New Year
What: Celebrate the Lunar New Year in Asia Town with dancing, tai chi and fun. The Kwan Lion and OCA Greater Cleveland dance teams will perform and you can even try some moves yourself. Learn more here.
Where: Asian Town Center
When: Sunday 12-5 p.m.
Metallica
What: Wherever they may roam, Metallica never disappoint their fans. See them Friday at The Q as part of the Worldwired Tour. Get tickets here.
Where: Quicken Loans Arena, 1 Center Court, Cleveland
When: Friday 7:30 p.m.
MIX: Media
What: The Cleveland Museum of Art's monthly MIX party takes on a fun theme this month with Media. Experience multimedia art and electronic dance music, as well as art making and special cocktails. Get tickets here.
Where: Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland
When: Friday 6-10 p.m.
National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day at Brewnuts
What: Donuts already make for a darn good breakfast, but Brewnuts is perfecting the meal with ice cream in honor of National Ice Cream for Breakfast Day (yes, it's a real thing). They'll be making donut ice cream sandwiches featuring Mitchell's ice cream, which is the best way to eat the most important meal of the day. Learn more here.
Where: Brewnuts, 6501 Detroit Ave., Cleveland
When: Saturday 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Puppy Bowl at Terrestrial Brewing
What: Football isn't for everyone and Terrestrial Brewing is embracing that. Head there to celebrate and watch the Animal Planet Puppy Bowl. You can even bring your pup to play on the indoor football field, just don't forget to register. Learn more here.
Where: Terrestrial Brewing Co., 7524 Father Frascati, Cleveland
When: Sunday 12-4 p.m.
Speed dating at Side Quest
What: It's not too late to find a date for Valentine's Day. If you're looking for a special someone, head to Side Quest to meet your match. They're playing it safe so that you won't have to give out your number or personal info. Instead, they'll let you know if you had any matches so that the sparks can continue another time. Space for women is sold out, but there is a waitlist if you're interested. Learn more here.
Where: Side Quest, 17900 Detroit Ave., Lakewood
When: Saturday 4-7:30 p.m.
Super Bowl LIII
What: Tom Brady returns to the Super Bowl, this time to take on the Los Angeles Rams, who are looking to top off a storybook season. If the game doesn't interest you, but Adam Levine does, Maroon 5 will headline the halftime show.
Where: Mercedes Benz Stadium, Atlanta; Watch it on CBS
When: Sunday 6:30 p.m.
