Excerpted from Visit Big Bear Spend time this holiday season in the winter wonderland that is Big Bear!  From glittering lights in The Village to glistening snow across the mountain landscape, the holidays in Big Bear are a truly magical time. Check out these seasonal events and activities the whole family can enjoy. Events & Activities A Celtic Christmas - December 4   After Continue Reading

The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates 53 years of German fun  Oktoberfest is back!  Rated the #1 Oktoberfest in Southern California, the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest offers a unique experience unlike any other and attracts thousands of visitors every year. Set in a gorgeous alpine setting at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center, the Big Bear Lake October festival is a true German Continue Reading

Excerpted from BigBear.com Independence Day Events 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular Tuesday, July 4, 2023 - Fireworks show visible from the water, shoreline, and some trail vantage points. Show starts between 8:45-9:15 PM, runs approximately 30-40 mins. The Fireworks Spectacular explodes over Big Bear Lake every July 4th and is FREE to spectators. Local radio station KBHR airs a musical Continue Reading

The Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest celebrates 52 years of German fun Oktoberfest is back!  Rated the #1 Oktoberfest in Southern California, the Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest offers a unique experience unlike any other and attracts thousands of visitors every year. Set in a gorgeous alpine setting at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center, the Big Bear Lake October festival is a true German Continue Reading

Following is an excerpt from a press release from Big Bear Lake City Manager, Frank Rush, July 2, 2020. For the most recent updates from the City of Big Bear Lake, click here. JULY 4 FIREWORKS POSTPONED   The City has postponed the July 4 fireworks, in response to the recent escalation of the COVID-19 threat in Southern California. The fireworks show will be rescheduled for later Continue Reading

Following is an excerpt from a press release from Big Bear Lake City Manager, Frank Rush, June 2, 2020. For the most recent COVID-19 info from the City of Big Bear Lake, click here. July 4 Fireworks Decision Expected Later in June The City and Visit Big Bear have partnered this year to produce the annual July 4 fireworks show, and we look forward to continuing this great annual Continue Reading