Kids Adventure Race returns to Bear Mountain in August 2026
Children ages 6–14 will tackle a 3.5–5 mile obstacle course across the mountain's terrain over a three-day weekend.
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Events
Free concert in The Village brings jazz-soul and retro rock to Big Bear this summer
The third annual Big Bear Lake Concert Series returns with a two-act weekend lineup featuring Nick Waterhouse and The McCharmlys.
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Tough Mudder at Big Bear Mountain Resort canceled for 2026
No reason has been given for the cancellation; participants with questions about refunds or rescheduling should contact the resort or Tough Mudder directly.
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Drone show planned over Big Bear Lake for Labor Day weekend
Big Bear Mountain Resort and Visit Big Bear will launch a nighttime drone display from Pine Knot Marina on Sunday, September 6.
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Labor Day Weekend Rodeo coming to Big Bear Lake's Sandalwood Lot this September
Bull riding, barrel racing, carnival rides, and fair food are planned for the three-day family event.
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Bear Bowl XI returns to Bear Mountain on Feb. 13 with season passes on the line
The free team competition tests speed, agility, and accuracy — and the prize is worth bragging about.
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Big Bear Mountain Resorts hosts free Easter egg hunt at three mountain locations on March 28
Families can hunt for eggs — including a golden one — at Snow Valley, Snow Summit, and Bear Mountain starting at 9 AM on Easter Sunday.
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Kodiak Ultra Marathon by UTMB coming to Big Bear Lake in October 2026
The festival weekend event promises a town parade, local vendors, and thousands of runners descending on the village.
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Tour de Big Bear brings thousands of cyclists to the valley through Sunday
Southern California's premier mountain cycling festival transforms Big Bear Lake into a hub for riders and outdoor enthusiasts this weekend.
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Doodah Parade marks 50 years of small-town silliness in Fawnskin
The beloved annual tradition returns August 15, 2026, with dog costumes, quirky themes, and five decades of irreverence.
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SkyFest 2026 brings three nights of stargazing, meteor showers, and a new astronomy convention to Big Bear Lake
The annual festival returns August 14–16, timed with the Perseid meteor shower and featuring a brand-new daytime convention at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center.
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Puptopia returns to Big Bear Lake for its third year at Veterans Park
Dogs and their people descended on Veterans Park on July 25 for the annual celebration of all things canine.
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Free kids' afternoons return to Snow Summit this summer at Biggie's Adventure Outpost
The free youth activity series runs select dates from June through October, with confirmed dates spanning July, August, and early fall.
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Make Music Big Bear fills the Village and Moonridge with live sounds on summer solstice
More than 60 musicians performed across Big Bear Lake on June 21, turning Father's Day and the longest day of the year into a community-wide concert.
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Music in the Mountains Season Passes on Sale Now; Individual Tickets Drop April 23
One of Big Bear's most beloved summer traditions is gearing up for another season — but spots go fast.
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Big Bear Lake to Hold Memorial Day Ceremony on May 25, 2026
The annual observance is set for Big Bear Boulevard as the community gathers to honor fallen service members.
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