We love being outdoors, but know that being safe outdoors takes actively monitoring your surroundings. This is especially true when we’re dealing with thunderstorms that produce lightning. Beautiful but deadly, the National Weather Service states lightning took the lives of 21 people so far this year. One of those lives was lost here in California. …
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 …
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National Fishing and Boating Week
Did you know that June 6th - 14th is National Fishing and Boating Week? We couldn’t be more excited! Big Bear Lake is teeming with a variety of fish and is the perfect place to reel in a long weekend. To show our support of this weekly celebration, Big Bear Frontier is offering 15% OFF any cabins …
Big Bear Village Wine Walk
The Village Business Association of Big Bear Lake is hosting its annual Village Summer Wine Walk this Saturday, June 6 from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Enjoy shopping while tasting wine and beer from all over the globe! In spirit of this year's event, here are tips on how to pair wine with local fish you'll catch on the lake. White vs. Red Wine …
Shopping in a Winter Wonderland
Big Bear is hopping this time of year! Not only are all the skiers and snowboarders ready to hit the slopes after being cooped up for most of the year, but it is vacation time for many people during the holidays. Families and friends are coming in from all over for a weekend together up …
