Discover Big Bear

Destination Big Bear continues to add events, activities, restaurants, shopping and other guest experience ideas for your Big Bear Vacation.

Core Nation Events at Bear Mountain Resort

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...

Big Bear Turkey Trot

Big Bear Turkey Trot

Big Bear Turkey Trot 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 looking for some fun and festive running, this...

Big Bear Tree Lighting

Big Bear Tree Lighting

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. 24 at 5 PM. 5-6:15 will be performances and Tree...

music in the mountains big bear

Music in the Mountains

Music in the Mountains at Big Bear Music in the Mountains at Big Bear is a unique festival that brings together music lovers and nature enthusiasts. The event features some of the best live music acts in the country, set...

Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play

Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play

Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play Now families can go sledding at night too, in a nice safe atmosphere. Big Bear Snow Play offers after-dark tubing sessions “Glow Tubing at Big Bear Snow Play” has become a local and...

Top 10 Winter Activities in Big Bear Lake Cabin Rentals Big Bear Activities

10 Ways To Enjoy Winter In Big Bear

Top 10 ways to enjoy Winter in Big Bear Big Bear Lake is a great 4 season town and right now it’s winter!  Now is a great time to enjoy all the fun winter activities, especially after a snow storm. ...

Get Family Portraits in Big Bear Lake

Get Family Portraits in Big Bear Lake Any time of year is the best time to utilize the beautiful backdrop that is Big Bear Lake for your annual family portraits! Many of our visitors ask who we would recommend to...

Snow Summit Ski Resort - Big Bear Mountain Resort

Snow Summit

Snow Summit Ski Resort – Big Bear Mountain Resort Established in 1952, Snow Summit is one of Southern California’s larger ski resorts, offering 240 acres of skiable terrain! It is one of two ski resorts located in the Big Bear...

Big Bear Fall Travel Tips

Big Bear Fall Travel Tips Planning for a fall vacation to Big Bear Lake is quite different from packing for a summer trip. You could just throw in a couple of shorts and a swimsuit and be on your way...