The Big Bear Dining Guide for Music Lovers

If music is your pleasure, then Big Bear Lake is where you need to be.  The areas surrounding Big Bear Lake are brimming with live music experiences for the whole family. Need somewhere to stay?  Make reservations at Big Bear Frontier today! Western Music and Line Dancing in Big Bear Within Big Bear Village there …

Big Bear Road Closure for October

Big Bear motorists and Oktoberfest visitors should plan ahead for evening road closures starting October 12th -29th at “Arctic Circle” on State Route 18 from Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.   Road Closure Details The closure, issued by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans), is a storm relief effort, occurring between Snow Valley Ski Resort and …

Fall at Big Bear Lake

Oktoberfest couple dancing

Big Bear is starting the fall season with its annual celebration of Oktoberfest on the lake! Visitors and locals can look forward to cooler weather, earlier sunsets and mountain views speckled with shades of turning autumn leaves. If you are visiting Big Bear Frontier this fall, you can expect a season of fun events and fall celebrations for all …

Why California is the ‘Most Dog Happy State’

California is a sought after travel destination among celebrities, surfers, wine sippers, adventure seekers and, now, the very hairy, four-legged loves of our lives -- our dogs. Ranked as the "Most Dog Happy State" for 2015, California is the perfect place to bring your dog on vacation. Explore California with your Dog From dog-friendly accommodations to endless opportunities …

The Big Bear Renaissance Faire

The summer fun on Big Bear Lake continues on into the first three weekends of August with the  Big Bear Renaissance Faire, starting Saturday, August 1st.  Festivities will take place on Saturday and Sunday with food, entertainment and historical activities for the whole family to enjoy. If you plan to attend and need a temporary chateau …

Big Bear Cycling Festival

This summer is jam-packed with events at Big Bear Lake!  The Big Bear Cycling Festival spins off on Friday, July 24th for a week of exciting cycling action throughout the San Bernardino Mountains. The exciting Big Bear MTB Gran Fondo and Grizzly 100 Races races officially start on July 25th, followed by the Tour de Big Bear cycling race on August …

The 8th Annual PaddleFest

Join us for the  8th Annual Big Bear PaddleFest​ on Saturday, July 18th at 7 a.m. on Big Bear Lake for competitive races and water activities on paddle crafts including: Canoes Kayaks Stand Up Paddle Boards (SUP) Spectators and participants are invited to celebrate this seasonal event with a big ole' beach bash on the lake at Big …

Fire-Safe Fourth of July Recipes

The recent Lake Fire and California drought don't have to put a damper on your Fourth of July plans. Big Bear locals and visitors can look forward to lakefront fireworks and Independence Day feasting. Lakefront Fireworks Although we discourage personal use of fireworks, the LA Times announced that 30 minutes of non-stop fireworks can be seen over Big Bear starting …

Lake Fire News & Safety

We’re getting a lot of questions about the Lake Fire that sparked last week outside of Big Bear in the San Bernardino National Forest. Beyond minimal smoke drift, Big Bear Frontier, surrounding residential areas and the Village at Big Bear, have remained unscathed by the Lake Fire. We are grateful for the many firefighters and volunteers dedicated …

Old Miners Heritage Days at Big Bear Lake

Every year the Village at Big Bear Lake celebrates the mining heritage of the San Bernardino Mountains with a series of fun and exciting events throughout the summer, and the celebration has just begun! The Old Miners Heritage Parade kicked off this summer-long celebration earlier in June. The festivities will continue into July with endless events including a chili cook-off, cycling race, horseshoe tournament …