Ski & Snowboard Longer on MLK Holiday Weekend in Big Bear Lake

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday offers an opportunity for a much-needed breath of fresh air. This year, Big Bear Mountain Resort invites you to honor the long weekend by spending quality time in the great outdoors. With Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain all offering extended hours, you’ll find more time to appreciate the beauty of the mountain.

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The MLK holiday serves as the perfect mid-winter reset. It’s the first real opportunity of the year to load up the truck, grab your crew, and head for the mountains. There’s a certain magic to this weekend in Big Bear; it’s a chance to reflect, breathe deep, and soak in the mountain air. With extended lift hours spinning across all three peaks, you aren’t just getting a vacation, you’re getting more laps, more sunsets, and more time to unwind by the fireplace in a Big Bear cabin rental. It’s the ultimate winter basecamp for families and friends who want to make every hour count.

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What to Expect During Ski & Snowboard Longer Weekend

This MLK Jr. Holiday event is all about maximizing time on the mountain. Resorts will be operating longer hours, giving skiers and snowboarders more options how to arrange their day. The weekend will allow morning to night sessions and it will be the time for both high-energy runs and relaxed mountain enjoyment.

Event Highlights

Extended chairlift hours throughout the holiday weekend
Access to Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain
Night sessions available at select resorts with a separate ticket
A festive holiday atmosphere across the mountain
Ideal conditions for families, groups, and winter sport enthusiasts

Ski & Snowboard Longer – Big Bear Lake FAQs

1. Is this event suitable for families and beginners?

Answer: Yes. The MLK Jr. Holiday weekend is a family favorite time and kids can enjoy all the different terrains along with the multiple resorts.

2. Are night sessions included with regular lift tickets?

Answer: No. Night sessions are available at Snow Valley and Snow Summit only, and a separate ticket is required.

3. Do all Big Bear resorts participate in this event?

Answer: Yes. Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain have all extended their holiday hours as part of the event.

Ski & Snowboard Longer on MLK Holiday:

Organizer: Big Bear Mountain Resort
Venue: Snow Valley, Snow Summit & Bear Mountain
Location: Big Bear Lake, CA
Address: Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
Dates: January 16, 2026 – January 19, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 8:30 PM
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Start Date 01/16/2026 8:30 AM
End Date 01/19/2026 8:30 PM
Status COMPLETED
Location Big Bear Lake, CA
Venue Snow Valley, Snow Summit & Bear Mountain
Address Big Bear Lake, CA, 92315
More Info: Click here

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