Big Bear Tree Lighting
Experience the Wonder of the Big Bear Tree Lighting If you’re looking for a place to spend the upcoming holidays, head over to The Village. This year’s Tree Lighting Ceremony will be happening on Nov. 29 at 5 PM. 5...
Past Events
Discover all of the past events that have taken place in Big Bear Lake with Destination Big Bear. From concerts and festivals to races and conventions, we have everything you need to know about what’s happened in our mountain town!
Big Bear Alpine Zoo Twilight Tours
Big Bear Alpine Zoo Twilight Tours Join an hour long guided tour of the zoo with a focus on nocturnal animals. Hot chocolate and cookies are available. The Big Bear Alpine Zoo Twilight Tours take place after regular business hours...
Mountain Christmas Boutique
40th ANNUAL MOUNTAIN CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE The 40th Annual Mountain Christmas Boutique kicks off three days of Holiday Shopping Fun! November 28 – 30, 2024 The Annual Mountain Christmas Boutique is Big Bear’s ONLY Shopping, Craft & Arts one stop shop...
Big Bear Yoga Festival
Big Bear Yoga Festival 2024 At the Big Bear Yoga Festival 2024, come enjoy the peace of the mountains and the healing of yoga and meditation with friends and family! Two days of music, movement, health, food & fun! You...
Summer is NOT over! Labor Day Weekend
Summer is NOT over! Labor Day Weekend in Big Bear Lake Summer is NOT over! Come enjoy Fireworks over the lake on Labor Day Weekend! Spend the holiday on the water soaking up the sun or hike up the trails...
Grill and Chill in Big Bear
Grill and Chill in Big Bear The Grill portion of the event is a sanctioned BBQ competition and a state championship event and general admission is FREE – this is great for families as they host several activities for children...
Big Bear Puptopia Festival
Big Bear Puptopia Festival Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You’re invited to come out to the inaugural Big Bear Puptopia Festival this July 27. This event features the best of the best for your fur babies this summer!...
Spartan Race in Big Bear
Spartan Race in Big Bear The Spartan Race has come back to Big Bear and they will be hosting a Weekend event at Snow Summit throughout the weekend of May 18 – 19, 2024. The 2024 Big Bear Spartan Trifecta...
Green Jack Film Festival
Green Jack Film Festival Come enjoy a weekend of fun and film at the Green Jack International Film Festival in Big Bear Lake! Last year, this event was held on Big Bear Lake at the amazing 400 seat theater in...
CoreNation at Bear Mountain
CoreNation at Bear Mountain Join us for an exciting snowboarding event, CoreNation at Bear Mountain, a Rail Jam competition on December 29,2023. This competition is open to all ages with a registration fee that will be donated to local non-profits...
New Year’s Eve Parties in Big Bear
New Year’s Eve Parties in Big Bear Goodbye 2023! Hello 2024! Gather your friends and family for a memorable vacation to Big Bear and ring in the new year! If you don’t stay in there are many options and ideas...
Big Bear Turkey Trot
Celebrate Thanksgiving with the Big Bear Turkey Trot: A Run for Everyone! Come out and enjoy the Big Bear Turkey trot on Thanksgiving morning. The Big Bear Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving morning tradition in Big Bear Lake. If you’re...
Moonridge Monday Street Faire
Moonridge Monday Street Faire Join the local community every Monday evening this September in the new Moonridge Corridor for the Evening Street Faire! Shop local Vendors, Food Trucks, Live Music, and Kids Activities. Admission is free and parking is very...
Holcomb Valley Trail Run: Your Next Thrilling Venture of Spring Season!
Holcomb Valley Trail Run: Your Next Thrilling Venture of Spring Season! Hey, fitness freaks! Spice up your endurance level with an additive of an adventurous trail run. Wondering why should a trail run be on your bucket list? Becoming a...
Guttermouth at Big Bear Bar & Grill
Guttermouth at Big Bear Bar & Grill Enjoy a night of good eats, good drinks, fun times with Great people and High Voltage Punk Rock Music! Guttermouth playing at Big Bear Bar & Grill. Guttermouth is an American punk band...
Menorah Lighting Big Bear Village
Menorah Lighting Big Bear Village Grand Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Celebration happening in the heart of Big Bear Village. Join us on Thursday, December 22, 2022 at 4:30PM for a grand lighting of the menorah with our council members, festive...
Christkindlmarkt at Big Bear Convention Center
Step Into the Holidays: Christkindlmarkt at Big Bear Convention Center Christkindlmarkt hosts 2 days of Holiday Shopping Fun with a German twist! December 14, 2024 Christkindlmarkt at Big Bear Convention Center hosts 2 days or Big Bear’s ONLY shopping experience...
Volcom’s CreedleCosm Snowboarding Video Premier
Volcom’s CreedleCosm Snowboarding Video Premier Volcom presents CreedleCosm Snowboarding Video Premiere at the NEW Village Sports Bar. A Stone-lore Chrysalis of Endless Board riding Possibilities. When: Saturday, December 3rd at 6 PM. FREE ADMISSION Where: 40789 Village Dr. Big Bear...
Bar and Grill Comedy Show and Music
Bar and Grill Comedy Show and Music At Big Bear Bar and Grill, find yourself Korrupted with Korrupted Comedy Show and Live Music provided by No Consent, a local Punk Band! Korrupted Comedy and No Consent bring you a RAWK...
Big Bear Moose Lodge Mystery Maze
Big Bear Moose Lodge Mystery Maze The Big Bear Moose Lodge presents the Annual Mystery Maze at their Fawnskin location on North Shore Drive! It’s the perfect activity for the whole family to enjoy as we inch closer to Halloween....
Big Bear Valley Scary Tales Halloween Variety Show
Big Bear Valley Performing Arts Center Presents Scary Tales Halloween Variety Show Celebrate the spooky season by enjoying Scary Tales, a Fun-filled Halloween Variety Show presented by local Big Bear Valley performing arts groups. Big Bear Valley Performing Arts Center...
The Grizzly 100 & Big Bear Gran Fondo
The Grizzly 100 & Big Bear Gran Fondo The Grizzly 100 & Big Bear Gran Fondo return to Big Bear this year! The Grizzly 100/75K is a National Ultra Endurance Race course offering epic technical riding on some of Southern...
Free music concert in Big Bear Village
Free music concert in Big Bear Village September 9, FREE Concert in The Village feat. Common Sense The City of Big Bear Lake and Visit Big Bear host a brand new FREE music concert series in The Village! Big Bear...
Crosby Stills Nash & Young Tribute Band in The Big Bear Lake
Crosby Stills Nash & Young Tribute Band in The Big Bear Lake At the Big Bear Lake Discovery Center Deja Vu- A Crosby Stills Nash & Young Tribute Band- Sept. 3 The Southern California Mountains Foundation is bringing back the...