Living in a big city provides a girl with a million options for what to wear, how to look, what to do, and where to eat… just like living in a Spa Week city provides a girl with the opportunity to spa like a rockstar. Put it all together, and voila: ROAD TRIP.

We’ve partnered Cozy Wallet, a site that “provides information on sales and freebies the way YouTube.com does with embarrassing videos,” to do a $100 Spa Week Gift Card “I Feel Pretty” giveaway (click here to enter!).

And to take you cross country, we’re tapping into their beauty-tipping, style-advising, trend-spotting, bargain-hunting expertise to bring you a host of get-out-the-house options (other than the spa!) in our Spa Week cities. From wine tastings to festivals, you’ll find it all here throughout the next few weeks. Our lists will be curated by Cozy Wallet… so before you run off to win the $100 gift certificate, read their ideas and lock in those weekend plans.

1. Arizona – If you’re looking for some tranquility in a “SPA like environment” Stop by the Desert Botanical Garden (1201 N. Galvin Parkway, Phoenix – 480-941-1225

2. California – What’s more relaxing than a weekend-long celebration and exploration of handcrafted cheeses, foods, wines and beers from California and beyond? Check out the Artisan Cheese Festival – Educational seminars, chef demos, cheesemaking classes, wine pairings and more. Sheraton Petaluma Hotel, 745 Baywood Dr., Petaluma, CA 94954 (707) 283-2890

3. District of Columbia – Color, creativity and skill.. The Smithsonian Kite Festival is a yearly reminder that spring has come. “A beautiful display of hand-crafted kites from all over the world.” Saturday March 27th 2010 – Washington Monument – 15th Street and Constitution Avenue Washington, DC – 202-485-9880 – March 27th 10am-4pm

4. Florida – Art, Wine and Shopping is the key to a girls heart.. Enjoy over 30 street side artist trunk shows, boutique wine tastings in 17 shops and 3 locations of live entertainment Art & Wine Promenade on Friday, March 26th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm. For more info call (561)822-1551

5. Atlanta – Sophistication and Elegance accompany a Connoisseur’s evening of over 100 rare & exceptional single malt & Scotch whiskies. The Scotch Malt Whisky Society of America is hosting a delicious dinner buffet as well as a selection of premium imported cigars for our guests’ later enjoyment.

Intercontinental Buckhead Atlanta Hotel 3315 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30326 – 800-990-1991 – March 25th 2010

6. Long Island – Laughter and smiles – of course there will be wine! Comedy and Wine Night hosted by Paul Corrigan from XM radio and headlined by Mary Dimino from Comedy Central – Saturday, March 27 at 6:30 PM-9:30 PM. – Castello di Borghese Vineyard and Winery – Sound Avenue and Alvah’s Lane 17150 County Rd. 48 Cutchogue (631-734-5111)

Halloween may still be a few weeks away, but all around the country haunted houses are already open for business. Get a jump start on All Hallow’s this weekend by heading to one of these spooky shacks for a good, old-fashioned, blood-pumping fright!

Dallas, TX
Event: RISE 3rd Annual Halloween Haunted House
When: Saturday, October 3rd 7:30-9:30 PM
What: A wheelchair-accessible spooky house, so everyone can have fun!

Minneapolis, MN
Event: Screamtown
When: Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays 7-10 PM
What: Enjoy (or not!) 5 attractions, including Terror in the Corn (a 9-ft tall haunted cornmaze) and the Oak Blood Forest (haunted by the Blood family.)

Leesburg, VA
Event: Ghost Tour
When: Fridays and Saturdays at 9 PM (until October 20th)
What: Get a dose of history with a decidedly supernatural flair when you go ghost-hunting through this Virginia town.

Indianapolis, IN
Event: Fright Manor
When: Fridays and Saturdays at 7 PM
What: One of the scariest haunted houses in Indiana – expect visits from famous and frightening ghouls!

Photo courtesy of indyweekblogs.com

Why not rest your dancing feet this weekend and watch some dance instead? While going to the ballet may run you a pretty penny, this weekend boasts plenty of dance festivals where admission costs less than two drinks at a club. And no blisters at the end of the night!

Washington D.C.
Event: VelocityDC Dance Festival
When: Friday, October 2nd-Saturday, October 3rd
What: Enjoy panels, workshops, and performances a from the area’s most impressive dance troupes – all for $15 a ticket!

New York City
Event: Fall for Dance
When: Tuesday, September 22nd-Saturday, October 3rd
What: Experience whole nights of dance from companies like Alvin Ailey for only $10 a ticket. It can’t be beat!

Los Angeles
Event: The 2nd Annual J.U.i.C.E. Hip Hop Dance Festival
When: Saturday, October 3rd
What: Enjoy brand-new showcases from LA’s most creative street choreographers and help support J.U.i.C.E, a nonprofit that uses the hip hop arts to reach out to at-risk youth. Tickets are $30 ($5 for students and children.)

Wilmington, DE
Event: Fringe Wilmington Festival
When: Thursday, October 1st-Sunday, October 4th
What: Spend your weekend indulging in experimental art, theater, and dance. Best bets include Saturday and Sunday’s Capoeira show, which fuses dance and Brazilian martial arts. Ticket prices vary.

It’s the last official weekend of summer, so soak up the sun and enjoy your long weekend.

Boston
Event: Boston Comedy Festival Finals | Hard Rock Cafe, 22 Clinton St.
When: Saturday, 8PM.
What: Come listen to over 100 up-and-coming comedians battle for your attention (and laughs).

Los Angeles
Event: Fiesta Hermosa | Hermosa Pier
When: Saturday – Monday, September 5 – 7, 10AM – 6PM
What: This 3-day beach festival boasts over 270 arts and crafts vendors, live music, and everyone’s favorite—The Beer & Wine Garden.

Chicago
Event: 31st Annual Chicago Jazz Festival | Grant Park
When: Friday – Sunday, September 4 – 6, See Web site for schedule
What: Before the cold weather blows in spend the weekend outdoors in the waterfront park listening to an array of jazz bands. Also, see the debut of the new Chicago Community Trust Young Jazz Lions Stage.

Myrtle Beach, SC
Event: Beach Boogie & BBQ Festival | Former Air Force Base at Valor Park
When: Friday – Saturday, September 4 – 5, See Web site for schedul
What: A free, family-oriented beach party with live music, arts and crafts, giveaways, boat rides, a car show and more. Be sure to work up your appetite for South Carolina’s official barbeque competition.

Richmond, VA
Event: The Irvington Stomp | White Fenced Vineyard
When: Saturday, September 5, 3PM
What: You can pretend you’re with Lucy and Ethel stomping grapes at the annual grape harvest. After you get your feet dirty, enjoy food, music and activities.

Video courtesy of Barneys

San Francisco
Event: Barney’s Warehouse Sale, Ft. Mason Center Herbst Pavilion
When: July 30 – August 9
What: Think discount Louboutins and eager salegoers. Get there early.

New York
Event: In God We Trust Sale, 265 Lafayette St., NY
When: Sat. – Sun., 11 AM – 6 PM
What: Expect to get up to 75 percent off your favorite indie labels.

Seattle
Event: Urban Craft Uprising Summer Show 2009, Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 299 Mercer St.
When: Sat. – Sun., 11 AM – 5 PM
What: Look through over 100 indie designer collections, from tees to housewares and dresses.

Everywhere:
Event: OCRF’s Super Saturday, Nova’s Ark Project, Water Mill, NY
When: Saturday, 1PM – 6PM
What: Touted as the largest designer garage sale, this NY-based shopping bonanza is also available online, courtesy of QVC. To shop online click here.

1pm – 6pm