Festival of Lights 2025
The Festival of Lights is bringing Holiday Cheer to the Valley! Proudly presented by Visit Big Bear & Big Bear Chamber of Commerce.
As the holiday season approaches each year in Big Bear Lake, the community lights up for the annual Festival of Lights Competition, presented by Visit Big Bear in partnership with the Big Bear Chamber of Commerce.
Each December, residents and businesses are invited to decorate their homes and properties with festive light displays and holiday décor—creating a fun, self-guided experience for locals and visitors to enjoy throughout town.
The competition has wrapped for this season, but we’re already looking ahead. Start dreaming up your display and get ready to shine next year—more details, dates, and how to participate will be announced ahead of the 2026 Festival of Lights.
2025 Festival Of Lights Winners
2025 Residential Division Winners
Classic Alpine Christmas
- First Place: Ron Krueper - Krueper's Korner Lights - 102 Votes
- Second Place: Jocelyn Gallagher - The Jingle Jamble - 32 Votes
- Third Place: Kristen Cadena - Holly Jolly Hamlet - 22 Votes
Cinematic Spectacle
- First Place: Mike Chatham - Singing Christmas Lights - 68 Votes
- Second Place: Leanne Pleshek - The Christmas House - 38 Votes
- Third Place: Sarah Crawford - Spirit Of Christmas - 31 Votes
Tis the Spirit of the Season
- First Place: Cindy Atencio - Rudolph's Winter Wonderland - 77 Votes
- Second Place: Cortney & Michael Koch - Inflated with Faith - 48 Votes
- Third Place: Chase Shope - Gingerbread Lane - 25 Votes
2025 Business Division Winners
Classic Alpine Christmas
- First Place - Little Green House Florist - 62 Votes
- Second Place - Gold Rush Mining Co - 39 Votes
- Third Place - Chirp Nature Center - 23 Votes
- Third Place - Captain's Anchorage - 23 Votes
Cinematic Spectacle
- First Place - Mountain Transit - 133 Votes
- Second Place - Pampered Pets - 39 Votes
- Third Place - Robinhood Resort - 32 Votes
Tis the Spirit of the Season
- First Place - Azteca Grill Mexican Restaurant - 86 Votes
- Second Place - Dubuque Enterprises - 65 Votes
2025 Festival Gallery
Previous Year's Awards
Be a Part of the Festivities!
This event is more than just a competition—it's a joyous celebration of community spirit, creativity, and the enchanting holiday season in Big Bear!
Whether you're lighting up your business or home with a dazzling holiday display or exploring the valley to take in the stunning lights, it’s a fantastic way to spread cheer, support local businesses, and immerse yourself in the magic of winter. Let’s make Big Bear sparkle together!
For more information, visit bigbear.com or contact the Visit Big Bear Visitor Center at 800-424-4232.