Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest – When and Where

Sometimes there is just not enough room to discuss all of the events going on at Big Bear Lake. Last week we reviewed the Big Bear Lake International Film Festival, which will be happening all weekend, as well as the autumn Village Wine Walk, where you can sample not only a wide variety of wines, …

Guide to the 2012 Big Bear Lake International Film Festival

Wondering what to do at Big Bear Lake next weekend? It is that time of year…the Big Bear Lake International Film Festival is here, and the list of films to see, directors, actors, events, and workshops is as impressive as ever. For one weekend, our haven in the Southern California mountains becomes a place to …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | Labor Day 2012 Edition

How nice do the words “three day weekend” sound? They sound wonderful to us. Big Bear Lake is going to be bustling this weekend with people looking to get the most out of an extra day off, away from the hectic city to relax in the cool Southern California mountain air. This is the last …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | August 20 – August 26, 2012

Where did the summer go? We are just about two weeks from Labor Day, the “end” of the summer season. Fortunately, here at Big Bear Lake, we look forward to fall just as much as any other season. There are other ways we know it is coming closer to the end of summer; Big Bear …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | August 13 – August 19, 2012

Water Water Everywhere! We talk quite a bit about Big Bear Lake. We love all of the activities that go on around it: concerts, Art on the Lake, cowboy festival, the list is endless. Every day of the week there is always something fun to do in the surrounding area. But what about all the activities you …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | August 6 – August 12, 2012

Time traveling made easy Big Bear Lake, on the rare weekend, also doubles as a time machine. While there are still some very fun modern events going on like Movies on the Beach presenting The Muppets and the 12th Annual Big Bear Firefighter’s golf tournament, the past is also sneaking in to offer people a …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | July 30 – August 5, 2012

Blues, zoos, and musical reviews This week is the 2012 Blues for the Zoo Concert to help support the Moonridge Animal Park, which we discussed in detail in last week’s blog. This is a big musical weekend at Big Bear Lake, with multiple concert options all day long, benefitting many organizations in the area doing …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | July 16 – July 22, 2012

Old Miners and New Conquests Big Bear Lake has a little something for everyone, young and old, people seeking an adventure or just coming to relax, for outdoor and indoor activities. We look forward to each and every season, since each season offers new ways to have fun and try new things in the mountains …

What to do in Big Bear Lake | July 9 – July 15, 2012

Ready, Set…Grow! Summer is in full swing here at Big Bear Lake and busy months like July prove it! We have all of the fishing, hiking, bicycling, and other ways to explore the lake and mountains, and plenty of other events to boot. Swim Beach will be showing Happy Feet 2 at the Amphitheater Saturday, …

Fourth of July in Big Bear Lake

Happy Birthday United States! On Wednesday, the United States turns 236! You definitely want be up in the mountains this week, with one of the best fireworks shows in California for the actual birthday. The weekend will be just as busy, with carnivals, tribute bands, fishing, stand up paddle boarding, and so much more. If …