Christmas & Holidays in Big Bear Lake
Welcome to SoCal's Winter Wonderland!
From glittering lights in The Village, to visiting Santa's Hut, and glistening snow across the mountain landscape. The holidays in Big Bear are a truly magical time. Discover seasonal events and activities the whole family can enjoy and create memories to last. Happy Holidays!
December & Holiday Events
Mountain Christmas Boutique
Nov. 28 - 30
Get some Christmas shopping in at the Mountain Christmas Boutique arts and crafts event. Browse one of a kind gifts from over 40 vendors and bring the kids to meet Santa and enjoy arts and crafts.
Village Tree Lighting Ceremony
Nov 29 at 5 PM
The annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Christmas Tree Corner invites everyone to say hello to Santa and Mrs. Claus! Tree lighting begins at 6:15 PM, so be ready to ring in the holiday season.
Mall in the Hall
Dec 2 - 6
Beginning at 9 AM each day, get some holiday shopping in at the hospital browsing for great items and gifts. A Bake Sale will be held on Dec 2 & 3 from 9 - 4 PM in the hospital conference room.
Paint Parties on Tap
Dec. 9, 3:30 PM
Paint & Sip Party at Deep Forest Designs Studio. $35/painter, all materials included, BYO drinks and snacks!
Santa Claws at Big Bear Zoo
Dec 14 & 21
Say 'Hello!' to Santa 'Claws' while you visit the Big Bear Alpine Zoo this holiday season! Santa will be making special appearances. This event is included with general admission.
Big Bear Christkindlmarkt
Dec 14
Christkindlmarkt is the ultimate German Christmas celebration with shopping, live entertainment, games and activities, a Wishing Tree, and photo opps with St. Nick and Christkindl. Located at Big Bear Convention Center at 42900 Big Bear Blvd.
Metalachi: The First & Only Heavy Metal Mariachi Band
Dec 14 at 8 PM
Metalachi brings their one-of-a-kind heavy metal and mariachi to The Village Sports Bar. With a reputation for incredible musicianship and a show that's as hilarious as it is musically impressive, Metalachi will have you headbanging one minute and laughing out loud the next.
A Ghost Story of Christmas
Dec 19, 20, and 21 at 7:30 PM and Dec 22 at 2 PM
Big Bear Theatre Project brings A Christmas Carol to the stage in a spectacular one man performance.