Events in Big Bear Lake

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July 26 - 27:
Old miners’ days: Loggers jubilee
at Bear Mountain, 43101
Goldmine Dr., event starts 9 a.m., Adults: $5, Children 12 and Under: FREE, 909.866.4607
This Old Miners' Days event includes all kinds of activities from ax throwing to tree sawing and climbing, whether you are a spectator or someone with a good strong arm!

July 26:
Bluegrass, Bluejeans & Beyond Festival
at Big Bear Discovery Center,
40971 Hwy 38, 9 a.m.- 10 p.m.,
• Dayfest (9 a.m.- 5 p.m.)
Admission: $10, Children 12 and under: FREE
• Eveningfest (5 p.m.- 10 p.m.)
Admission: $35, Children 12 and Under: FREE 909.866.3437
Enjoy a fun family day of Bluegrass, Folk and Country music plus great Americana food and nature-themed arts and crafts, gold panning, and other kid-friendly activities.

July 27:
California multi sport event
at Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 Northshore Dr.,
check-in 7 a.m.- 9 a.m., race starts 10 a.m., Registration: $100,
Children 5 and Under: FREE,
909.866.3437 Disciplines and
Distances - Mountain Biking, Trail Running, Lake Paddling.

July 25 - 27: Canoe Tours at Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 Northshore Dr., 4:30 p.m.- 6:30 p.m.,
Adults: $25; Children (6 – 16): $15, 909.866.3437 Learn how to canoe and about the natural history of the Big Bear Valley on a leisurely 2-hour guided tour of beautiful Grout Bay.

July 26: Fawnskin Festival and Doo Dah Parade in downtown Fawnskin, North Shore Hwy 38, parade starts 10 a.m., Admission: FREE, 909.866.3414 Events include a Precious Pet Contest, an Apple Pie Contest, a Horseshoe Contest, and several Kids races and games.

July 26 - 27: Animal Feeding Tours at Moonridge Animal Park, 43285 Goldmine Dr., 3 pm., Ages 11+: $9, Children (3-10) and Seniors (60+): $6, Children (2 and Under): FREE, 909.584.1299

July 26 - 27: Kayaking Tours at Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 Northshore Dr., 8:30 a.m.- 10:30 a.m. Adults: $25; Children (10 – 16): $15, 909.866.3437 Learn how to kayak on a guided tour of Grout Bay. Cruise along the shore looking for wildlife and discuss the history Big Bear.

Event Calendar for Big Bear Lake, California

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.

October - Annual Oktoberfest
Eins, Zwei, Drei, Gí Suffa! Take a break from your responsibilities, lower your inhibitions and surrender to the spirit of the 38rd annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest. Click here for more info

38th Annual Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest!

Event location(s): Big Bear Lake Convention Center (909) 585-3000

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.

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

For a complete calendar of events click here

Other Big Bear Links to events

Big Bear Convention Center
Big Bear City Renaissance Faire - The Enchanted Shire
Big Bear Los Angeles Film Festivals International and American