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.
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Big Bear Puptopia Festival Calling all dog lovers! The Puptopia Festival is coming to Big Bear Lake for the very first time, and you’re invited to join the fun. On Saturday, July 26, Veterans Park transforms into a dog-friendly wonderland...
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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 17 - 18, 2025. The 2025 Big Bear Spartan Trifecta...
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Bear Break | Big Bear Spring Break Party Get Ready for Bear Break Spring Break Bash at Bear Mountain! Spring is just around the corner, and there's no better place to kick off the season than Bear Mountain in Big...
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Big Bear Mountain – Expected Closing Dates 2025 Conditions at Bear Mountain are holding up well and has the deepest snowpack of our three resorts. This gives the Bear Mountain team optimism for a longer season. They are aiming...
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Big Bear Lake Maifest Experience the charm of a traditional German spring festival at the 8th Annual Big Bear Lake Maifest. Known as Oktoberfest's "little sister," Maifest offers a vibrant atmosphere filled with authentic German food, drinks, music, and family-friendly...
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Big Bear Lake BBQ Tunes and Brew Get ready to indulge in bold flavors, mountain views, and a weekend full of fun at the Big Bear BBQ Festival 2025! This exciting food-and-music celebration is taking over Meadow Park with the...
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Restaurant Week in Big Bear Get ready for Big Bear Restaurant Week, March 23-30! This annual event is your chance to savor great deals at over 15 local spots, from cozy cafés to fine dining. Enjoy BOGO (buy-one-get-one) specials, free...
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Red Bull Roll The Dice | Big Bear For the first time in the USA, Red Bull Roll the Dice lands in the local Southern California mountains. This snowboarding event is a jib contest on The Scene feature in Bear Mountain....
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Lifted: A Guide to Big Bear Ski Season Passes If you've been to Big Bear in the winter, then you know that the top activity is hitting the slopes at Bear Mountain or Snow Summit. Go to new heights, with...
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Big Bear Lake - St. Patrick's Day Party Wyatt’s Grill & Saloon celebrates the Wearing of the Green at their annual St. Patrick’s Party featuring everything from corned beef and cabbage, to a Wishing Well and fun contests, plus Leprechaun Arts...
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Big Bear Comedy Fest 2024: A Laughter-Packed Weekend Get ready for a weekend of non-stop laughter at Big Bear Comedy Fest 2024! This year's festival features a line-up of today's top comedians. Including stars Adam Carolla, Kevin Nealon, Todd Glass,...
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Big Bear Polar Plunge is back! Run, walk, or dance into the chilly waters of Big Bear Lake on March 29th to raise funds for Special Olympics Southern California (SOSC) in San Bernardino and Riverside counties! The Polar Plunge...