Never been to Big Bear for Thanksgiving and wondering what to do? Here is a list of open Restaurants and featured Events courtesy of BigBear.com to help you out.

In addition to the listed events, I just thought I’d mention that we are expecting snow later this week and colder snowmaking temps after that, so it is POSSIBLE that Big Bear Ski Resorts could be opening for Thanksgiving! Stay Tuned!! Big Bear Snow Play is already open daily.

Haven’t booked a cabin yet? Not to worry! We still have a few cabins available for Thanksgiving in Big Bear and we have some great, last-minute deals! Visit us at RSVacations.net and book your Big Bear Cabin today!!

Featured Restaurants Open on the Thanksgiving Holiday:

Knickerbocker Mansion B&B, 909-878-9190

• Serving: Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
• Time: Dinner Service
• Cost: Ages 12 and Under – $18.50, Ages 13+ – $37.50

Stillwells Restaurant, 909-866-3121

• Lunch Menu: 11 am – 3 pm, Buffet; Ages 5-12, $14.95; Ages 13+, $34.95.
• Dinner Menu: 5 pm- 9 pm, Turkey, Prime Rib or Halibut; $28.95 + Childs Menu.

The Wine Room, 909-866-8705

• Serving: Dinner Salad, Dessert & Live Entertainment
• Time: 2 pm- 8 pm
• Cost: Before Nov. 23 – $30, After Nov. 23 – $35

Nottinghams Tavern, 909-866-4643

• Serving: See Menu
• Time: 1 pm- 9 pm
• Cost: Varies

Murray’s Saloon & Eatery, 909-866-1444

• Serving: Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
• Time: 11:30 am- 7 pm or til’ dinners run out
• Cost: Free (regular menu available at normal menu prices)

Thanksgiving Weekend Events:

Big Bear Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
New event this year on Thanksgiving Day! Bring the family to this 3, 6, 9 mile run with plenty of activities including a Pie Eating Contest!
Date: November 28, 2013 (Thanksgiving Day)
Location: Meadow Park
Santa’s Big Entrance & Tree Lighting Ceremony
Come and enjoy live entertainment, carolers, and of course Santa as Big Bear lights up the holiday season. It is truly a magical experience and your children can come read their Christmas wishes to Santa and Mrs. Claus.
Time: November 29, 2013 from 4:30 p.m.
Price: Free
Website: http://www.BigBearLakeVillage.com
Phone Number: 909-878-4747
Address: Corner of Village Dr. & Pine Knot Ave.

Come Visit Santa in the Village!
The Village of Big Bear Lake presents Christmas in the Village on every weekend leading up to Christmas. Santa Claus will be at his hut at The Christmas Tree Lot every Saturday and Sunday.

Dates & Times: Saturday & Sundays, November 30 – December 22, 2013, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Price: Free
Website: http://www.BigBearLakeVillage.com
Phone Number: 909-878-4747
Address: Corner of Village Dr. & Pine Knot Ave.

C.A.T.S. Presents: “Christmas in the Mountains” at the PAC
C.A.T.S. presents their annual Christmas show with their stage adaptation of the musical “Screwge of Starvation Flats, A Big Bear Christmas Carol” at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center. For details and ticket information please call (909) 866-4970 or visit website.

Dates & Times: Nov. 15, 16, 20, 22. 23, 26, 29,30 at 7:30; Nov. 17, 24 & Dec. 1 at 1:30
Price: Adults, $16-$28; Seniors, $15-$26; Kids under age of 18, $9-$19.
Website: www.BigBearTheater.org
Phone Number: 909-866-4970
Address: Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center 39707 Big Bear Blvd.,

Mountain Christmas Boutique at the Big Bear Lake Convention Center
Let the shopping season begin! A unique high country shopping experience with a holiday flare. Sixty plus handmade vendors from throughout the Western United States. You’re sure to find the perfect gift for everyone on the list. The Christmas Boutique takes place Thanksgiving weekend.

Dates & Times: November 29-30, 2013, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; December 1, 2013, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Price: Adults $3, seniors $2, children 12 & under free
Website: www.BigBearEvents.com
Phone Number: 909-585-3000
Address: 42900 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake

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