What gives, winter? We thought you were different from the other seasons. Turns out you’re just like all the rest.

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Chinese New Year
What: Festival featuring traditional Chinese music, a dragon parade, and lion dance to bring in the year of the canine.
Why: It’s a dog day afternoon.
When: Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: The Trammell and Margaret Crow Collection of Asian Art, 2010 Flora St., Downtown (214-979-6435).

Dallas Mardi Gras
What: Cocktail party with music, a New Orleans-style buffet, and more to benefit the Dallas Area Chapter of the American Red Cross.
Why: Laissez les bons temps rouler.
When: Sat., 7:30 p.m.-midnight.
Where: Belo Mansion, 2101 Ross Ave., Downtown. R.S.V.P. at 214-678-4800.

HEAR
Vote for Pedro Party
What: Napoleon’s sidekick spins for one night only.
Why: It’s dy-no-mite!
When: Fri. Doors open at 10 p.m.
Where: Club One, 3025 Main St., Downtown. Tickets at 214-741-1111 or groovetickets.com.

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GapBody Bra Bar
What: Stylist to the stars Jennifer Rade helps you find the perfect corset.
Why: Every woman needs a good support system.
When: Fri., 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Where: The Gap, The Galleria, 13250 Dallas Pkwy. (972-776-4750).

Premium 93 and Octane Final Sale of the Season
What: Save up to 75 percent on Ted Baker, Wyeth, Trovata, and True Religion.
Why: It’s a gas.
When: Fri.-Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m.
Where: Premium 93 (214-526-2884); Octane (214-219-3118); both at 3699 McKinney Ave., in the West Village.