The Holiday Spirit Is Riding Up the Mountain

The mountains are turning magical again, and Snow Valley is looking straight out of a Christmas movie. Fresh snow, towering pines, and the jolliest guy around, yep, Santa is trading the mall crowds for mountain air and dropping by Snow Valley for the kids (and the grown-up kids) who ski, snowboard, and just love the holidays.

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A close-up shot of a snow-covered pine branch, adorned with multicolored Christmas lights and a large, sparkling gold ornament, capturing the festive mood at Big Bear.

 

Instead of long lines under fluorescent lights, you’ll get a warm, memorable photo with Santa right in the middle of Big Bear’s snowy slopes. It’s the perfect add-on to your mountain getaway.

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Why Families Love It

Whether you’re staying in a Big Bear cabin for the week or cruising in for a weekend of riding, this is one of the easiest, most heartwarming stops you can make. No reservations. No stress. No lines snaking around a mall.

Just a cozy moment with Santa beneath snow-covered trees, beanies pulled low, puffer jackets zipped up, cheeks rosy from the cold. It’s the kind of Christmas photo you actually want to frame.

You’ll find Santa posted up right under the Main Chalet, handing out high fives, taking wish lists, and spreading pure mountain-town holiday cheer.

What Makes This Event Special

This isn’t a big production or a packed holiday attraction. It’s simple, relaxed, and focused on family time, exactly the way winter in Big Bear should feel.

 

Why This Event Rocks

  • Free photos with Santa in a true mountain-town setting

  • No tickets, no lines, no fuss

  • Just steps from the slopes, easy to swing by between runs

  • Perfect for social posts, holiday cards, or that cabin fridge door

  • A laid-back vibe that fits right into Big Bear’s winter traditions

Santa’s Visit – Big Bear Lake FAQs

Answer: Yes, the photo opportunity with Santa is completely free for all visitors.

Answer: No reservations are required—just show up and enjoy the holiday fun.

Answer: You’ll find Santa below the Main Chalet building at Snow Valley, easily accessible and well-marked.

Santa’s Visit: Destination Big Bear!

Celebrate the season where the snow falls and the stoke is high. Bring your family and friends up the mountain for free photos, snowy vibes, and a relaxed, heart-warming winter day at Snow Valley. Santa’s ready, see you on the hill!

  • Organizer: Big Bear Mountain Resort

  • Venue: Snow Valley

  • Location: Big Bear Lake, CA

  • Address: 35100 CA-18 Suite A, Running Springs, CA 92382

  • Dates: December 13, 2025

  • Time: 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • More Info:  Click here

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  • Start Date 12/13/2025 11:00 AM
  • End Date 12/13/2025 3:00 PM
  • Status COMPLETED
  • Location Big Bear Lake, CA
  • Venue Snow Valley
  • Address Snow Valley Mountain Resort, Rim of the World Highway, San Bernardino County, California, 92341
  • More Info: Click here

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