Big Bear Events

Looking for what's happening in Big Bear ? This is your official Big Bear Event Calendar. Below you'll find a complete list of upcoming events, from the adrenaline-pumping Big Bear LakeFest in the summer to the festive Oktoberfest in the fall.
Find details and ticket information for every major Big Bear event right here.

A poster with a gray hat and black band on a wooden stage, by Vanessa Claire Stewart for the Big Bear Theatre Project, to depict Buster Keaton’s rise and fall.
ACTIVE

Stoneface – The Rise and Fall and Rise of Buster Keaton

Stoneface - The Rise and Fall and Rise of Buster Keaton Live Theatre Returns to Big Bear with a Captivating Tribute to a Silent Film Legend The curtains rise once again at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center with...
Motocross riders race on a dirt track at Big Bear, with the lead rider kicking up dust and dirt.
UPCOMING

MX Grand Prix – Big Bear

MX Grand Prix – The First Annual in Big Bear Big Bear is gearing up for the 1st Annual MX Grand Prix, and it’s going to be an unforgettable weekend! Hosted by Bear Mountain and set at Snow Summit, this...
Big Bear Lake Fest
UPCOMING

Big Bear Lakefest

Big Bear Lakefest Experience a weekend filled with activities, live entertainment, and family-friendly fun at Lakefest Big Bear Lake 2025. This event is where adrenaline meets mountain peaks, with a full weekend of trail runs, mountain biking, paddle races, and...
A beautiful sunset with vibrant orange and purple hues reflects over a serene lake, framed by distant mountains and silhouetted reeds at Big Bear.
UPCOMING

Skyline at Sundown

Skyline at Sundown – Big Bear’s Summer Sunset Event Looking for the perfect summer evening in Big Bear Lake? Skyline at Sundown at Snow Summit delivers golden-hour mountain views, live music, delicious BBQ, and an unforgettable mountaintop dining experience. This...
A large illuminated bird flies over a boat during the Big Bear Lake drone show, creating a stunning visual display.
UPCOMING

Big Bear Labor Day Drone Show

Big Bear Labor Day Drone Show Experience a breathtaking alpine evening as the sky above Big Bear Lake lights up in a dazzling display of color and choreography.  This free community celebration features a fully synchronized drone light show visible...
Big Bear Plein Air Art Competition
UPCOMING

Big Bear Plein Air Art Competition

Big Bear Plein Air: Art in the Mountains Experience the beauty of Big Bear Lake through the eyes of talented plein air artists during the annual Big Bear Plein Air Art Competition. This much-anticipated event gathers skilled painters from across...
Big Bear International Film Festival
UPCOMING

Big Bear International Film Festival

Big Bear International Film Festival Lights, camera, Big Bear!  Set against the scenic backdrop of Big Bear Lake, the Big Bear International Film Festival is where emerging voices and seasoned filmmakers converge to celebrate independent cinema. From thought-provoking screenings to...
Vintage cars driving along the lakefront highway during the Big Bear Annual Antique Car Show & Fun Run.
COMPLETED

Big Bear Annual Antique Car Show & Fun Run

Big Bear Annual Antique Car Show & Fun Run The Big Bear Fun Run is a legendary celebration of vintage vehicles, bringing over 500 stunning classic cars to the scenic streets of Big Bear Lake. Hosted by the Antique Car...
Female mountain biker in red jersey drifting during the Monster Energy Pro Downhill Series in Big Bear
COMPLETED

Monster Energy Pro Downhill

Monster Energy Pro Downhill The Monster Energy Pro Downhill Series (USAC National Championship) is coming to Snow Summit Bike Park in Big Bear Lake, California, and it’s bringing elite speed, high-stakes racing, and serious MTB energy.  Top riders from around...
COMPLETED

August Reverie, an Art Salon

August Reverie: Big Bear’s Art & Music Salon Step into the creative soul of Big Bear Lake at August Reverie, an intimate art salon hosted at The Flatlander bar.  This unique evening blends local artwork, live acoustic music, and spoken...
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COMPLETED

Conquer The Wall – Big Bear

Conquer the Wall - Big Bear Lake’s Toughest Uphill Race Challenge Challenge your endurance, mindset, and legs at Conquer the Wall - Big Bear, a 1-mile vertical race up Snow Summit in the beautiful mountain town of Big Bear Lake,...
De la Nonna Restaurant Big Bear Lake - Outdoor Patio looking at people seated under outdoor pergola

De La Nonna Restaurant – Big Bear

De La Nonna – Where to Find the Best Lakefront Pizza and Cocktails in Big Bear De La Nonna, the beloved Los Angeles pizzeria known for its thick, Sicilian-style pies and inventive seasonal dishes, has brought its signature charm to...