Winter Holidays in Big Bear Lake

Grand Menorah Lighting & Chanukah Celebration

Dec. 29 at 4:30 PM

Chabad of Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear hosts the 2024 Grand Menorah Lighting and Chanukah Celebration in The Village!

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Festival of Lights Holiday Competition

Voting open December 1 - 31, and see Winners January 4, 2025

The holiday season has arrived in Big Bear, and with it the Big Bear Lake Festival of Lights Competition! This community event invites local businesses and residents to light up the valley and decorate their homes and storefronts.

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Santa in the Village

Say 'Hello!' to Santa and Mrs. Claus in The Village every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until December 22. Hours from 10 AM - 4 PM.

Santa Claws at Big Bear Zoo

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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

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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.

Wyatt's Christmas Party

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Join the fun, free of charge, and enjoy Holiday Treats, a White Elephant Gift Exchange and visits with Santa. Located at Big Bear Lake Convention Center at 42900 Big Bear Blvd.

A Ghost Story of Christmas

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Big Bear Theatre Project brings A Christmas Carol to the stage in a spectacular one man performance.

Metalachi: The First & Only Heavy Metal Mariachi Band

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Metalachi brings their one-of-a-kind heavy metal and mariachi to The Village Sports Bar.

The Nutcracker Ballet

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Moonridge School of Dance proudly presents the full length Nutcracker Ballet!

Christmas Market & Craft Fair

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Get into the holiday spirit at the Big Bear Lake Elks Lodge and shop unique, last-minute gifts.

Mountain Christmas Boutique

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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

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The annual Christmas Tree Lighting at Christmas Tree Corner invites everyone to say hello to Santa and Mrs. Claus!

Big Bear Fire Station Tree Lighting

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Celebrate the start of the holiday season during the second Tree Lighting Ceremony of the season!

Mall in the Hall

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Beginning at 9 AM each day, get some holiday shopping in at the hospital browsing for great items and gifts.

Holiday Strings & Jingles

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An annual concert featuring the string orchestra programs in the valley, including the Mountain Top Strings of California, Bear Valley School string programs, & Lighthouse Youth Orchestras

Sidewalk Astronomy

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Join the Bear Valley Astronomical Society for "Sidewalk Astronomy" in The Village. Peer through the telescopes to view stars, planets, and more!

Paint Parties on Tap

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Paint & Sip Party at Deep Forest Designs Studio. $35/painter, all materials included, BYO drinks and snacks!

Art in the Wild

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A creative event for PARENTS & KIDS — ages 7 and up — to connect with each other and our natural surroundings.