Summer Escape in Big Bear
The Summer you’ve been waiting for is Made in Big Bear.
From June through September, Big Bear becomes the ultimate summer escape—a season of high-altitude adventure with small-town soul. A treasure Made in Big Bear. With refreshing forest trails for hiking and biking, endless water sports on the lake, adventure tours, and a community brimming with great events, Big Bear is calling so let's head to the mountains!
Looking to tap into the roots of our mountain town? Take a journey into the past and explore Big Bear's museums and history or turn exploration into play with a phone-lead scavenger hunt getting to know The Village and surrounding areas.
Summer Happenings—Made in Big Bear
Summer Concert Series
June 20th - September 12th, 2026
Located in The Village at the corner of Pine Knot Ave. & Village Dr.
Spend a summer evening in The Village at Big Bear Lake with free live music, local dining, and mountain-town energy at the Summer Concert Series.
Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Tours
September 10th - November 1st, 2026
439 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, California 92315
Board the Big Bear Valley’s one-of-a-kind tour boat on breathtaking Big Bear Lake for a fully narrated 90 minute guided tour featuring highlights of Big Bear’s rich history dating back to 1845.
Hear fun facts, folklore, celebrity sightings, and much more!
Wild Bird Walk with Chirp Nature Center
September 12th, 2026
578 Bonanza Trail, Big Bear Lake, California 92315
Join birding expert Michael Schreiner for a free bird walk in Big Bear. Attend one or more - they're free!
We ask that you sign up online so we can keep track of numbers
Plein Air Art Competition
September 12th - October 10th, 2026
Across Big Bear Valley
Visit Big Bear is excited to welcome artists back for our 3rd Annual Plein Air Art Competition and Festival of Artist Events.
Our Competition is unique in delightful ways; we give artists the grace of time to explore and create during the quiet of the fall.
2027 Events To Be Determined...
Summer Season Deals
10% OFF Any Standard or Electric Bike Rental
Goldsmiths Sports
Offer Valid: 2026 Season
Continue Your Big Bear Adventures with Goldsmiths!
Not Valid with any other promotion and is limited to one group (up to 6 guests) per use. Valid for Rentals only. Not Valid for Reservations. 2026 Season.
Sports Shop Labor Day Sale
Snow Summit
Offer Valid: September 4th - 7th. 2026
This Labor Day Weekend, September 4th - 7th, visit the sport shop at Snow Summit to benefit from savings up to 50% on Big Bear Mountain Resort apparel and mountain bike accessories.
America’s Heroes Badge Days
Big Bear Snow Play
Offer Valid Until: September 3rd, 2026
Through September 3, 2026, active law enforcement officers, firefighters, and U.S. military members can buy one ticket and receive one free at the following Big Bear Snow Play attractions:
- Big Bear Summer Tubing
- Big Bear Speedway
- Big Bear Ropes Course
The promotion is available Monday through Thursday. A valid badge or military ID is required, and guests may receive one BOGO offer per attraction, per qualifying badge or ID. The offer applies to regular individual tickets and cannot be combined with value packs or package deals.
Golf Labor Day Sale
Bear Mountain Golf Course
Offer Valid: September 4th - 6th, 2026
Drop by the Pro Shop at Bear Mountain Golf Course during Labor Day Weekend, September 4th - 6th, and enjoy substantial savings of 25% on the newest equipment and apparel (excluding golf balls).
Pre-Used Mountain Bike Sale
Snow Summit
Offer Valid: September 4th - October 4th, 2026
Stop by Snow Summit to reserve and get a great deal on a rental bike from September 4th through October 4th. To purchase, you must visit the rental shop in-person to choose a bike and pay via a deposit system, with a minimum deposit of $200. Kindly note, the bikes cannot be taken home until closing weekend.