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
Skyline at Sundown
June 5th - September 12th, 2026
Located at Snow Summit Ski Resort, 880 Summit Blvd.
Elevate your summer evenings on select dates with Skyline at Sundown at the top of Snow Summit. Share a mountaintop dining experience with family or friends that’s sure to become a new favorite alpine memory.
Swim The Bear
Sunday, June 28th, 2026
Located at Swim Beach, 41218 Park Ave
Dive in for the Open Water Swim Race! The 1.2 mile AND 2.4 mile course will start on the sand at Swim Beach, head out to the tip of Eagle Point and return.
4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
July 4th, 2026
Visible from the water, shoreline and some trail vantage points. Starts between 8:45 PM - 9:15 PM, runs approx. 30 minutes.
The Fireworks Spectacular explodes over Big Bear Lake every July 4th and is FREE to spectators. Local radio station KBHR airs a musical accompaniment to the show on 93.3 FM and 102.5 FM.
Monster Energy Pro Downhill
July 24th - 26th, 2026
Summit Bike Park at 880 Summit Blvd.
Monster Energy is hosting US Downhill Mountain Bike Championship at Summit Bike Park this 2026. Watch pro and amateur riders race for glory down the famous double black diamond trail 10-Ply. This event is the USAC National Championships!
Puptopia Big Bear 2026
July 25th, 2026 from 10 AM to 5 PM
Located at Veterans Park, 40870 Big Bear Blvd.
Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You're invited to come out to Big Bear Puptopia Festival this July 25th.
SkyFest
August 14th - 16th, 2026
Locations will vary.
Stargazing in Big Bear is a magical experience in any season, but this August, we're celebrating our celestial landscape like never before! SkyFest Big Bear puts our stars front and center along with astronomical exploration, and dark sky preservation.
MX Grand Prix
August 19th - 23rd, 2026
Bear Mountain Ski Resort, 43101 Goldmine Dr.
Racers! Ready your engines, it's time for the MX Grand Prix. This motocross course is brimming with jumps, berms, and climbs taking advantage of the unique terrain of Bear Mountain Ski Resort.
Lakefest
August 28th - 29th, 2026
Ski Beach Park, 41216 Park Ave
LakeFest is not just a festival, it's a playground of endless fun for the whole family. Join us for a weekend that promises memories as vibrant as the sunsets over the Big Bear Lake!
Labor Day Weekend Drone Show
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
Show is visible from the Big Bear Lake Visitor Center, Rotary Park, Veterans Park, The Village and other nearby locations.
Celebrate the last golden days of Summer where mountain air meets lake life, and every moment feels like it was made just for you.
HIGHLANDER Big Bear Lake
June 23 - 27, 2026
Start dates & locations vary per route.
HIGHLANDER invites participants to ascend from their daily routines and take part in an adventure of a lifetime. Connect with nature, become a steward for the environment, and trek towards a better self.
Paddle Lakefest
Sunday, June 28th, 2026
Located at Swim Beach, 41218 Park Ave
Ready your paddles and kayaks for an exciting lake-wide competition, the Dooley Classic!
Music In The Mountains
July 11th & 25th, August 8th & 22nd, & September 5th, 2026
Big Bear Discovery Center, 40971 North Shore Dr (Hwy. 38)
The Southern California Mountains Foundation invites you to the Music in the Mountains concert series this summer in Big Bear Lake. This 5-show series wows with a wonderful line-up of the best classic rock and country tribute bands playing nationally.
Tour de Big Bear
July 31st - August 2nd, 2026
Bear Mountain Ski Resort, 43101 Goldmine Dr
Starting from July 31st to August 2nd, 2026, this action-packed event transforms Big Bear Lake into a cycling hub with over nine events spanning road, gravel, and XC MTB - plus family-friendly activities, free events, and the Big Bear Cycling Expo at Bear Mountain Resort.
Big Bear Fun Run
August 7th - Sunday 9th, 2026
Located in the Village, 40800 Village Dr.
The Big Bear Fun Run is a three-day event held in the Village of Big Bear Lake, California. The event includes vehicle registration on Friday, the main Fun Run Show with over 450 cars on Saturday and a drive-through awards presentation on Sunday morning.
Conquer the Wall
Saturday, August 15, 2026
Snow Summit located at 880 Summit Blvd - Parking is free for all
Challenge yourself to the toughest mile race to exist. The 2026 Conquer the Wall event welcomes all, competitive runners, kids & families, and gluttons for punishment. The trek may be daunting but the finish line will taste so sweet!
Kids Adventure Race
August 28th - 30th, 2026
Bear Mountain, 43101 Goldmine Dr Suite A
This August, we're calling all young adventurers to experience the great outdoors and put their skills to the test in the Kids Adventure Race returning to Big Bear this summer season!
Big Bear Rodeo & Carnival
September 4th - 6th , 2026
Sandalwood Dr, Big Bear Lake
Dawn your best cowboy boots and hat for the first ever Big Bear Rodeo arriving this September!
Tough Mudder
September 12th, 2026
Bear Mountain Ski Resort, 43101 Goldmine Dr
Tough Mudder returns to Big Bear Lake with more challenging terrain, more mud, more demanding obstacles, even more mud, epic views, a bit more mud, teamwork, camaraderie, and finally...heaps of mud.
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.