A person in a suit skis across a pond of water at the Bear Break pond skimming event at Big Bear Mountain Resort, with spectators watching from the snowy slope.

Bear Break | Big Bear Spring Break Party

Spring in Big Bear Lake means sunshine, snow, and the ultimate mountain party at Bear Break. The Bear Mountain annual celebration offers live entertainment together with contests and giveaways and continuous slope activities. The heart of Big Bear provides a lively environment which offers high-energy activities to both skiers and snowboarders and après-ski fans and festival lovers during spring break.

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A person in a suit skis across a pond of water at the Bear Break pond skimming event at Big Bear Mountain Resort, with spectators watching from the snowy slope.

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Why Visitors Love Bear Break in Big Bear Lake

Bear Break provides an entertaining mountain experience which delivers energetic fun at Bear Mountain. Visitors enjoy watching the exciting pond skim while cheering for participants in the retro fashion show. Families and friends gather at the base area to enjoy music and games and various entertainment activities. The celebration brings the mountain community together for a memorable day in Big Bear Lake.

What to Expect During Bear Break

Guests at Bear Break can participate in a complete day of entertainment which includes activities on the mountain. The base area serves as a gathering point where visitors watch competitions and play games while enjoying food and drinks and the alpine scenery.

Event highlights
  • Pond skim competition
  • Retro fashion show
  • Live entertainment
  • Vendor activations and giveaways
  • Big kid games such as oversized pong, corn hole, and limbo
  • Food and beverages available at resort venues

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Bear Break – Big Bear Lake FAQs

Answer: Yes. The event provides free registration which permits all members of the public to attend however some contests will have entry restrictions.

Answer: Yes. The pond skim competition requires participants to show a valid lift ticket or season pass for entry.

Answer: Yes. Guests can participate in the retro fashion show without a lift ticket or season pass.

Bear Break: Destination Big Bear!

Bear Break at Bear Mountain brings visitors together for a lively spring celebration in Big Bear Lake. Guests can experience mountain activities together with entertainment while enjoying the festive atmosphere that covers the slopes. The seasonal gathering at Bear Mountain creates a joyful atmosphere for visitors to experience.

  • Organizer: Bear Mountain Resort

  • Venue: Bear Mountain Resort

  • Location: Big Bear Lake, CA

  • Address: 43101 Goldmine Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315

  • Dates: April 4, 2026

  • Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

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  • Start Date 04/04/2026 8:30 AM
  • End Date 04/04/2026 4:00 PM
  • Status UPCOMING
  • Location Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Venue Bear Mountain Resort
  • Address 43101 Goldmine Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
  • More Info: Click here

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