GEORGE LOPEZ ON STAGE: Many know him from his eponymous sitcom, which ran on ABC for several years, but if you've never seen the comedian live, make a date. We also love that he voiced Papi -- yes, one of the pups from the hit animated film "Beverly Hills Chihuahua" -- and his cameos on "Reno 911"? Masterful. Wrong. And hilarious. December 26-29 and December 31. Nokia Theatre at LA Live, 777 Chick Hearn Court, Los Angeles. 213-763-6030
KOTTONMOUTH KINGS: Seeing a band on their home turf is always fantastic for the fans, and the Kottonmouth Kings, purveyors of punk-laden hip-hop, return to a spot they have strong ties with, Orange County. Can't see them tonight? They're headed for Agoura Hills and Thousand Oaks this weekend. Friday, December 26, 7:30PM. The Grove of Anaheim, 2200 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim. 714-712-2700
DON'T STOW THE SKATES YET: Christmas may have wrapped, but several holiday-ish events continue. One that is tailor-made for the day after too many of us plowed through the cookie table single-handedly (or, rather, single-mouthedly)? Seaside Ice in Redondo Beach. Get out and do a few laps around the ice. You may work off a few off those butter-rich treats. Seaside Ice at Seaside Lagoon, 200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach. 310-318-6300
