We have been experiencing beautiful, late-summer weather lately here in Big Bear Lake, and this weekend will be no exception. Highs will be right around 80° with clear blue skies throughout the weekend after a few thunderstorms today and tomorrow. This is the perfect weather for a forest hike or mountain bike ride, fishing on the lake, or a stroll through the Village!

What is happening around town this weekend? Quite a bit! We’ve got live music at several different venues – including Music in the Mountains 2018 #4, the 6th Annual Kodiak 100 Ultramarathon, the 35th Annual Antique Wooden Boat Show, and more!! There is something for everyone in Beautiful Big Bear Lake!!

We have cabins available for this weekend and we are still running our amazing Summer Special, so now is the perfect time for a last-minute getaway! Check out our excellent selection of cabins at RSVacations.net and book your summer escape today!

Weather courtesy of BensWeather.com

Weekend Events

Big Bear Romp 2018

The Big Bear Romp 2018 is a unique event unlike any other, bringing together hundreds of men from all over the world to take advantage of the activities and natural beauty of Big Bear Lake, California…

Location: The Lodge at Big Bear Lake a Holiday Inn Resort at: 40650 Village Drive and Various Locations throughout the Valley.
Contact: Website: www.bigbearromp.com

The Kodiak 100 Ultramarathon

Aug 17, 2018 09:00AM – Aug 18, 2018 08:00PM

The 6th annual Kodiak Ultra Marathons will take place August 17-18, 2018 in beautiful Big Bear Lake, California. Big Bear Lake sits at 7,000 ft in the San Bernardino Mountains of Southern California. The 100 mile distance will start and finish in the Big Bear Village and will circumnavigate the entire Big Bear Valley. The Kodiak also offers a 50-mile distance and a 50k, which will be run along the same track as the 100-mile race.

The 100 miler will start at 8AM Friday with a special 12 Noon Prize Purse Start elite runners. The 50 miler will start at 4AM on Saturday on the North Shore of Big Bear Lake, and finally the Back 50k will start at 8AM at the base of Sugarloaf Mountain.

There will be six crew-accessible aid stations along the Kodiak 100 mile route, including the start/finish area in the Village. Pacers are permitted starting at the Dump Aid Station (Mile 56), except for the prize purse race, where pacers can join starting at Sugarloaf (Mile 69). No pacers in the 50M or 50K race. ?

The Kodiak 100 miler is a 6 point UTMB Qualifier and the 50 miler is worth 3 points.

We encourage all spectators to enjoy the start/finish area in the Village. We will have a beer garden, food and sponsor booths setup on Saturday.

To Register CLICK HERE

For more details please visit website

Location: The Village of Big Bear Lake and National Forest Trails.
Contact: Tel: (909) 744-4056 Website: www.kodiak100ultramarathon.com

Big Bear Lake Fishing Association All Fish Tournament at Captain John’s Marina

Aug 17, 2018 12:00PM – Aug 19, 2018 05:00PM

Please visit www.bigbearfishingassociation.org to register and for  more details

Location: Captain Johns Marina at 39369 North Shore Dr. Fawnskin
Contact: Website: www.bigbearlakefishingassociation.org

Sunset Dinner Cruises on Miss Liberty with The Liberty Ramblers

Aug 17, 2018 | 06:00PM – 08:30PM

Fine Dining aboard Miss Liberty Paddlewheel Tour Boat a Big Bear Treasure.

Relax and enjoy reserved seating, linen, and fine china, along with a gourmet buffet and homemade dessert. No Host Bar on the Promenade Deck with Live entertainment! Cocktails and departure at 6pm.

Featuring the Liberty Ramblers, a six piece band that plays traditional New Orleans Jazz with locals Dan Comins and John Isaksen.

Please call for reservations or for more information

Location: Pine Knot Marina at 400 Pine Knot
Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5400 or (909) 866-8129 Website: www.pineknotmarina.com

“X” at the Cave

Aug 17, 2018 | 06:30PM – 11:30PM

EXENE CERVENKA – JOHN DOE – BILLY ZOOM – DJ BONEBRAKE

THE FACT IS, NO ONE SOUNDS LIKE X AND NO ONE EVER WILL.

The Cave is a new, intimate music venue in Big Bear that promises to bring you up close and personal with its performers. Doors open at 6:30 pm Concert starts at 7:30 pm with Headliner at 9:00 pm . Please call or visit website for ticket information.

Location: The Cave at 40789 Village Drive, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Contact: Tel: (909) 878-0204 Website: www.thecavebigbear.com

35th Annual Antique Wooden Boat Show at Pine Knot Landing

Aug 18, 2018 | 10:00AM – 04:00PM

The show features classic woodenboats, Chris-Craft models and other antique vessels. The event is sponsored by the Antique & Classic Boat Society, Southern California Chapter, and Nottingham’s Tavern.  There is expected to be between 25 and 30 boats to start arriving on Thursday August  16. A Big Bear Lake Poker Run is scheduled for Friday August 17 for participants in the show.

Boats will be on display at the Pine Knot Landing Docks from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturday the 18th.

Admission is FREE, and most of the boat owners and skippers will be there to talk about the history of their boats.

For more info please call (909) 844-5337

Location: Pine Knot Marina at 400 Pine Knot Blvd
Contact: Tel: (909) 844-5337

Music in the Mountains #4 Mirage (Fleetwood Mac Tribute) & Petty and the Heartshakers ( Tom Petty)

Aug 18, 2018 | 05:00PM – 10:00PM

Music in the Mountains #4 at the Discovery Center will take place on Saturday August 18th  with Mirage’s Fleetwood Mac Tribute with special guests Petty and the Heartshakers.

Please visit website for pricing  and more details as there are a variety of options including Season Passes.        Children 12 & Under; FREE!

Location: Big Bear Discovery Center at 40971 North Shore Drive/ Hwy 38, Fawnskin CA 92333
Contact: Tel:(909) 382-2790 Website: www.mountainsfoundation.org/music-in-the-mountains