Big Bear Events 2026
From ski season through summer cycling and obstacle races, Big Bear Lake has something going on year-round. Here are the major events on the calendar.
Scheduled — selected dates
Big Bear Lake Oktoberfest
📅 Selected dates September 12–November 8, 2026
📍 Big Bear Lake Convention Center
Fall festival with music, food and family activities. Runs on selected dates, not daily; check the official calendar and ticket availability.
View dates and tickets →Dates to confirm
Ski Season 2026–27
📅 2026–27 winter — opening date to be announced
📍 Bear Mountain & Snow Summit
Opening day remains unconfirmed. BBMR lists November 21 as the earliest possible 2026–27 opening, subject to conditions. Check the operator schedule before booking or driving.
bigbearmountainresort.comDates to confirm
Spartan Race Trifecta Weekend
📅 Annual — 2027 dates TBA (ran May 16–17 in 2026)
📍 Snow Summit, Big Bear Lake
Spartan's Trifecta Weekend is a Big Bear regular, with Sprint (~5K), Super (~10K), and Beast (~21K) distances across two days, plus a Kids Race and Spartan Trail Race. Watch spartan.com for the 2027 dates.
spartan.comDates to confirm
Big Bear Restaurant Week
📅 Annual — each spring (ran April 5–12 in 2026)
📍 Big Bear Lake & Big Bear City
Annual culinary event featuring special prix-fixe menus and deals at participating restaurants throughout the Big Bear Valley. The 2027 dates haven't been announced yet.
Browse restaurants →Past event
Tour de Big Bear
📅 August 1, 2026
📍 Big Bear Lake
Annual charity cycling event through the scenic mountain roads around Big Bear Lake. Multiple distances available: 25, 50, 70, and 100 miles.
tourdebigbear.com