Big
Bear Events
Every
month, there's something special and unique going on up here in Big
Bear. And we don't want you to miss anything. Visit the calendar page
on this website so you can arrange your calendar to experience year
round fun.
Click here to view the full Calendar of Events.
Click
here for "100 Things To Do in Big Bear Lake" and view more
activities
January
- Big Bear Eagle Tours
Few experiences in nature can match the thrill of watching the soaring
flight of a bald eagle, high in the bright blue winter skies of Big
Bear Lake.
February
- Big Bear Grand Tour of the Universe/Star Parties
Take a guided tour of the universe with astronomers while you visit
the stars through a telescope. Remember to bundle up for those outdoor
nighttime adventures!
March
- Springfest and Brewfest
Kick-up Spring Break at Big Bear's Bear Mountain's crazy pond skimming
competition or sample local breweries' latest concoctions at BrewFest.
April
- Birdwalks at WildWings
Grab your walking shoes, a pair of binoculars and get ready to spot
indigenous birds who have found their way back home to Big Bear Lake.
May
- Spring Air Fair
Mountains of fun for the entire family with unique crafts, games and
live entertainment in the outdoor Beer Garden.
June
- Open Sky Music Festival
The mountains are alive with "Blues on the Lake" as jazz
fans gather to hear the live music and spicy edibles, all at a spring
meadow's lakeside amphitheater.
July
- July 4th Fireworks & Old Miners' Days
Shimmering fireworks light up the night skies on July 4th. Relive
historic Big Bear at the logging & horseshoe contests, cowboy
poetry and chili cook-off.
August
- Antique Car Show & Fun Run
Style, pizzazz and 500+hot, hot rods fill the streets of Big Bear.
September
- International Film Festival
Independent feature-length films, student films, short documentaries,
family films, animation and digital films
October
- Annual Oktoberfest
Eins, Zwei, Drei, Gí Suffa! Take a break from your responsibilities,
lower your inhibitions and surrender to the spirit of the annual Big
Bear Lake Oktoberfest.
November
- Mountain Holiday Shopping Starts the Season Right!
One-of-a-kind merchandise ideal for original gift giving. Thanksgiving
Weekend, Santa arrives, a sign that Christmas is around thee corner.
December
- Christmas in the Village & New Year's Down Slope Celebration
Strolling carolers in Big Bear Village and New Year's Eve... Head
to Snow Summit for a spectacular view of skiers and snowboarders gliding
down the mountain in a steady stream and glow of lights.