Events

Suncatcher Workshop at Barrel 33

Barrel 33 — 40754 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 5:00 PM ‐ Ends: 7:00 PM

Add a little sparkle to your Big Bear cabin trip with the Suncatcher Workshop at Barrel 33! On Thursday, July 16th from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM, join Deep Forest Designs for a relaxed, creative evening crafting your own handmade suncatcher using natural pinecones, semiprecious stones, and a faceted crystal. All supplies and your first beverage are included in the $35 ticket price. Space is limited, so reserve your spot early and bring home a one-of-a-kind piece inspired by the Big Bear mountains. Parking is available at the Village Public Parking Lots....

Jul 17

Big Bear Moto "Classic Rock" Dual Sport Weekend

Sessions Retreat & Hotel — 41421 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 4:00 PM ‐ Ends: 10:00 PM

Rev up your Big Bear cabin getaway with the Big Bear Moto "Classic Rock" Dual Sport Weekend, July 17th-19th at Sessions Retreat & Hotel! This resort takeover blends dual-sport motorcycle riding with a classic rock party atmosphere, featuring dinner and bar service Friday and Saturday night, a Traxxas RC rally, horseshoe tournament, holeshot contest, e-bike demo, raffle, and vendor booths. Riders also get to enjoy the resort's pool, cold plunge, sauna, fire pits, and volleyball court between rides. Every rider package includes a Big Bear Dual Sport t-shirt and hat. Space at the resort is limited, so book your room or cabin early....

Jul 18

Summer Concert Series: Country Night

The Village at Big Bear Lake — corner of Pine Knot Ave & Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 5:30 PM ‐ Ends: 8:30 PM

Cap off a day of Big Bear cabin fun with a free night of country music in The Village! On Saturday, July 18th, the Summer Concert Series brings Joe Peters and Elizabeth Bowersox to the stage, complete with free line dancing lessons for all ages. The evening kicks off at 5:30 PM with bands playing from 6:00 to 8:30 PM at the corner of Pine Knot Ave and Village Dr, with admission free and open to everyone....

Jul 18

Xeriscape Garden Tour 2026

Self-guided tour — various homes throughout Big Bear Lake, CA Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Discover the beauty and practicality of water-wise landscaping during your Big Bear cabin stay! On Saturday, July 18th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, take the free, self-guided Xeriscape Garden Tour featuring stunning drought-tolerant gardens at local Big Bear homes plus the Big Bear DWP Xeriscape Demonstration Garden. This educational community event highlights local programs that make going water-wise easy, including free mulch removal, water barrel giveaways, and line detection services before digging. Come see how Big Bear neighbors are conserving water in style and gather ideas for your own garden....

Jul 18

Big Bear Moto "Classic Rock" Dual Sport Weekend

Sessions Retreat & Hotel — 41421 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 10:00 PM

Jul 19

Wrestling for Jiu Jitsu Workshop by Sam Holandez

High Altitude Training Club / The Lighthouse Academy — 40679 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 12:00 PM ‐ Ends: 2:00 PM

Big Bear cabin guests looking for an active outing won't want to miss the Wrestling for Jiu Jitsu Workshop by Sam Holandez on Sunday, July 19th from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Former CIF coach and D1/D2 wrestling competitor Sam Holandez, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu brown belt, teaches proper wrestling techniques that translate directly to BJJ. The workshop is open to beginners through advanced students ages 8 and up, at $25 per person, at the High Altitude Training Club....

Jul 19

Big Bear Moto "Classic Rock" Dual Sport Weekend

Sessions Retreat & Hotel — 41421 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 12:00 PM

Jul 20

International MTB Day

Snow Summit — 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Celebrate the official holiday of mountain biking during your Big Bear cabin stay! On Monday, July 20th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Big Bear Mountain Resort joins the global International MTB Day celebration at Snow Summit. Riders and fans around the world mark the day with group rides, demos, and community events honoring the sport of mountain biking, so grab your bike and join the fun on the trails....

Jul 24

Monster Energy Pro Downhill

Snow Summit Bike Park — 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Watch the pros fly down the mountain during your Big Bear cabin visit! The Monster Energy Pro Downhill returns July 24th-26th, bringing the USA Cycling National Championships to Snow Summit Bike Park. Pro and amateur mountain bikers race down some of the park's most famous downhill trails from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM daily. Spectators can ride the Scenic Sky Chair to the top and walk down to the course, or grab a one-way bike park lift ticket to bike down themselves. Note that the 10-Ply trail closes July 13th-23rd for race preparation, so plan your riding accordingly....

Jul 25

Monster Energy Pro Downhill

Snow Summit Bike Park — 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Jul 25

Puptopia Big Bear 2026

Veterans Park, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 10:00 AM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Bring your four-legged best friend along on your Big Bear cabin trip for Puptopia, Saturday, July 25th from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM at Veterans Park! This free, dog-centric festival features the Pawground agility course, main stage performances, the K9 Lounge for food and drinks, and vendor booths full of pup-friendly treats and gear. It's the ultimate day out for dog lovers and their pups....

Jul 25

Climate & Cocktails

Clean-up: Pineknot Ave (South of The Village); Happy Hour: Hampton Inn, Big Bear Lake, CA Starts: 1:00 PM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Give back during your Big Bear cabin stay with Climate & Cocktails on Saturday, July 25th! Join Care for Big Bear from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM for a community clean-up along Pineknot Ave, then head to the Hampton Inn from 3:30 PM to 5:00 PM for a complimentary cocktail, mocktail, or other beverage as a thank-you for volunteering. It's a feel-good way to help keep Big Bear beautiful while meeting fellow mountain-loving locals and visitors....

Jul 25

Music in the Mountains (July 25 Concert)

Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater — 40971 North Shore Dr (Hwy 38), Fawnskin, CA 92333 Starts: 6:30 PM ‐ Ends: 9:30 PM

Add a night of live music to your Big Bear cabin getaway at Music in the Mountains! On Saturday, July 25th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM, the Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater hosts top classic rock and country tribute acts as part of this beloved summer concert series benefiting the Southern California Mountains Foundation. Free parking and a shuttle are available at the Meadows Edge Picnic Area....

Jul 26

Monster Energy Pro Downhill

Snow Summit Bike Park — 880 Summit Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Jul 31

Tour de Big Bear / Big Bear Cycling Expo

Bear Mountain — 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 12:00 PM ‐ Ends: 8:00 PM

Cyclists visiting their Big Bear cabin this summer won't want to miss Tour de Big Bear, running July 31st through August 2nd at Bear Mountain! Southern California's premier cycling festival features road, gravel, and XC mountain bike events for riders of all levels, plus the free Big Bear Cycling Expo on Friday, July 31st and Saturday, August 1st, complete with vendor booths, live music, food and drinks, and free bike valet....

Aug 01

Tour de Big Bear / Big Bear Cycling Expo

Bear Mountain — 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 12:00 PM ‐ Ends: 8:00 PM

Aug 02

Tour de Big Bear / Big Bear Cycling Expo

Bear Mountain — 43101 Goldmine Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 9:00 AM ‐ Ends: 3:00 PM

Sep 22

Big Bear Farmers Market Every Tuesday 2026

Big Bear Lake Convention Center — 42900 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 8:30 AM ‐ Ends: 1:00 PM

Add a fun and fresh Tuesday morning activity to your Big Bear cabin vacation! The Big Bear Farmers Market runs every Tuesday from April 7th through September 22nd, 2026 at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center — and it is the perfect way to start your day in the mountains! Browse an amazing variety of fresh fruits, vegetables, bright flowers, arts and crafts, health products, and a huge selection of collectibles all in one vibrant outdoor marketplace. Whether you are stocking up your cabin kitchen with fresh local produce or hunting for a one-of-a-kind handmade souvenir to take home, the Big Bear Farmers Market delivers a wonderful and authentic Big Bear community experience every week! The market runs from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM every Tuesday, giving you plenty of time to shop, explore, and still have a full day of Big Bear adventure ahead. Come early for the best selection and stay to soak in the friendly and welcoming community atmosphere. Parking is free at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center — so grab your reusable bag and head on over! 📍 Location: Big Bear Lake Convention Center — 42900 Big Bear Blvd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 📞 Phone: 909-585-3000 🌐 Website: highdesertfarmersmarket.com/markets/big-bear-farmers-market/...

Oct 17

Live Music at Chateau Big Bear Tiffany's Bistro Every Weekend

Chateau Big Bear — 42200 Moonridge Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 6:00 PM ‐ Ends: 9:00 PM

Make your Big Bear cabin weekend even more unforgettable with a night of live music at one of Big Bear's most iconic and historic venues! Chateau Big Bear and Tiffany's Bistro host live music under the famous Tiffany Dome every Friday and Saturday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM — and it is an experience you simply cannot miss! Chateau Big Bear and Tiffany's Bistro carry a rich and fascinating history in the performing arts. Back in the late 1980s and early 1990s this legendary Big Bear venue hosted everything from grand opera performances to unforgettable disco parties. Today that same spirit of live entertainment continues every weekend with Big Bear's favorite artists taking the stage beneath the stunning Tiffany Dome — created by the famed jeweler and imported from Paris in 1987! Mike Cross and other beloved Big Bear performers deliver laid-back tunes and crowd favorites in a warm and intimate setting perfect for a romantic date night, a fun evening out with friends, or a memorable night during your Big Bear cabin stay. Parking is available on site. Come experience one of Big Bear's most beloved weekend traditions! 📍 Location: Chateau Big Bear — 42200 Moonridge Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 📞 Phone: 909-866-6666 🌐 Website: chateaubigbear.com/tiffany-s-bistro Contact: Dennis Santopietro...

Oct 24

Big Bear Lake Farmers Market at Ski Beach Park Fridays 2026

Ski Beach Park — 41216 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 3:00 PM ‐ Ends: 8:00 PM

Wrap up your Big Bear cabin Friday in the most delicious way possible — at the Big Bear Lake Farmers Market at Ski Beach Park! Every Friday from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM, Big Bear's newest and most exciting farmers market comes alive on the stunning shores of Big Bear Lake with local farms, hot food vendors, and talented artisans all in one incredible lakeside setting! Running every Friday from April 3rd through October 24th, 2026, this vibrant outdoor market gives cabin guests and locals a perfect reason to head down to the lake at the end of the day. Browse fresh locally grown produce, grab a hot bite from one of the food vendors, and discover unique handmade goods from Big Bear artisans as the sun begins to set over the sparkling lake. The lakeside setting at Ski Beach Park makes this farmers market one of the most beautiful and relaxing evening activities in all of Big Bear Lake. After a day of hiking, boating, or exploring the mountains, there is no better way to unwind than strolling through the market with a hot meal in hand and Big Bear Lake shimmering beside you. Parking is available at Ski Beach Park — come hungry and ready to explore! 📍 Location: Ski Beach Park — 41216 Park Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 📞 Phone: 909-547-4574 🌐 Website: farmersmarketbigbear.com...

Dec 19

Sidewalk Astronomy in Big Bear Village 2026

Near the entrance of Barrel 33 — 40754 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 5:00 PM ‐ Ends: 9:00 PM

One of the most magical free experiences you can enjoy during your Big Bear cabin stay is waiting for you right in the heart of Big Bear Village — Sidewalk Astronomy! On select evenings throughout 2026, the Big Bear Valley Astronomical Society sets up powerful telescopes near the entrance of Barrel 33 on Village Drive and invites everyone to peer through and discover the wonders of the night sky above Big Bear Lake! At 6,700 feet elevation with minimal light pollution, Big Bear Lake is one of the absolute best stargazing destinations in all of Southern California. The Big Bear Valley Astronomical Society brings their expertise and equipment right to the Village so that everyone — from curious kids to passionate astronomy enthusiasts — can experience the breathtaking beauty of the Big Bear night sky up close through a professional telescope. Look for stars, planets, galaxies, and more as knowledgeable society members guide you through what you are seeing. It is a truly awe-inspiring experience that the whole family will love and one of those uniquely Big Bear moments that you simply cannot get anywhere else. Best of all it is completely free — just show up and look up! Combine Sidewalk Astronomy with a dinner out in the Village and a stroll through Big Bear's charming shops for a perfect Big Bear cabin evening from start to finish. 📅 2026 Schedule: Saturday, April 25 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday, May 23 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, June 21 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, July 19 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, August 16 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday, September 19 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, October 18 — 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday, November 15 — 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Saturday, December 19 — 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM ⚠️ Please Note: Events will not take place in overcast, rainy, windy, or excessively cold conditions. 📍 Location: Near Barrel 33 — 40754 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 🌐 Website: bearvalleyastronomers.org/events/...

Dec 20

Mountain Story Time at Big Bear Discovery Center

40971 North Shore Drive, Fawnskin, CA 92333 Starts: 12:00 PM ‐ Ends: 3:00 PM

Looking for a fun and cozy family activity during your Big Bear cabin getaway? Mountain Story Time at the Big Bear Discovery Center is the perfect outing for families with young children! Every Friday at 12:00 PM and every Sunday at 2:00 PM, families gather at the Discovery Center for engaging nature-inspired stories and warm cups of hot chocolate — a truly magical Big Bear experience for all ages. Mountain Story Time welcomes guests of all ages, from curious toddlers to grandparents who love a good story. Each session features fun and imaginative tales that spark a love for nature and the great outdoors. After story time, take a nature hike through the stunning Big Bear landscape surrounding the Discovery Center and stop by the nature-themed gift shop for a one-of-a-kind Big Bear souvenir! Running every Friday and Sunday from January 3rd through December 20th, 2026, Mountain Story Time is one of the most beloved family-friendly activities in Big Bear Lake. No registration required — just show up and enjoy the magic! 📍 Location: Big Bear Discovery Center — 40971 North Shore Drive, Fawnskin, CA 92333 📞 Phone: 909-382-2790 🌐 Website: mountainsfoundation.org/events/...

Dec 29

High Alti-Tuesdays Live Music and Specials at Barrel 33

Barrel 33 — 40754 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 Starts: 1:00 PM ‐ Ends: 4:00 PM

Break up your Big Bear cabin vacation with the ultimate midweek escape! High Alti-Tuesdays at Barrel 33 brings live music, great specials, and laid-back mountain vibes to the heart of Big Bear Village every single Tuesday afternoon. It is the perfect way to relax after a morning of hiking, lake activities, or exploring the mountains! Every Tuesday from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Brad from SilverMoon takes the stage delivering an easygoing blend of acoustic favorites, soulful vocals, and feel-good classics. Whether you are visiting Big Bear for a long weekend or an extended stay, High Alti-Tuesdays gives you a reason to kick back, sip slowly, and soak in the best of Big Bear's laid-back mountain culture. Barrel 33 sits right in the heart of Big Bear Lake Village, making it easy to combine a great afternoon of live music with lunch, shopping, and all the fun that the Village has to offer. Grab your cabin crew, find a great seat, and let the music take you away on a perfect Big Bear Tuesday afternoon! 📍 Location: Barrel 33 — 40754 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 📞 Phone: 909-878-0838...

Dec 31

Be a Meals on Wheels Driver in Big Bear

Big Bear Lake, CA Starts: 8:00 AM ‐ Ends: 5:00 PM

Give back to the Big Bear community this season by volunteering as a delivery driver for Bear Valley Meals on Wheels! Every Monday through Friday — including holidays — this incredible local nonprofit delivers in-home meals to residents who cannot get out on their own. All volunteer positions are filled by caring community members just like you, and every donation goes directly toward feeding approximately 30 to 40 recipients each day. The best part? Volunteers typically commit less than 2 hours per week and choose their own schedule. Whether you can help once a week or a few times a month, every delivery makes a real difference in someone's life. Winter drivers are especially needed when Big Bear's mountain roads make getting around more difficult for seniors and homebound residents. Staying in a Big Bear cabin this season? This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the local community and leave a positive impact during your visit. No experience required — just a willingness to help and a heart for serving others! To sign up or learn more, contact Candy Hallstead, President of Bear Valley Meals on Wheels: 📞 909-806-0360...