Never been to Big Bear for Thanksgiving and wondering what to do? Below is a list of open Restaurants and featured Events courtesy of BigBear.com to help you out. We have our first chance of the season for some fresh snow on Thanksgiving Day and maybe more on Saturday. It is looking to be a great Holiday Weekend!!
In addition to the listed events, Snow Summit is open for Skiing and Boarding already, and Bear Mountain opens this Friday! Local Snow Play areas are open daily.
Haven’t booked a cabin yet? Not to worry! We still have a few cabins available for Thanksgiving in Big Bear! Visit us at RSVacations.net and book your Big Bear Cabin today!!
Featured Restaurants Open on Thanksgiving Day:
The Pines Lakefront, 909-866-5400
- Open Thanksgiving DayTime: 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.Serving traditional Thanksgiving DinnerDinner menu served all dayPrice: TBD
Nottinghams Restaurant, 909-866-4644
- Open Thanksgiving Day1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.Serving traditional Thanksgiving Dinner
Peppercorn Grille, 909-866-5405
- Open Thanksgiving Day12 p.m. – 8 p.m.Traditional Thanksgiving Dinner26.99 per personDinner menu served all day
Bone Yard, 909-878-0401
- Open Thanksgiving Day11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.Serving regular menu
Captain’s Anchorage , 909-866-3997
- Open Thanksgiving DayServing regular menu4:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.Reservation recommended
Dynasty, 909-866-7887
- Open Thanksgiving Day11:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.Serving regular menu
Himalayan Restaurant, 909-878-3068
- Open Thanksgiving DayServing Regular Menu
Royal Thai Cafe, 909-866-2808
- Open Thanksgiving DayServing regular menu
Masala Craft, 909-273-0636
- Open Thanksgiving DayServing regular menu
Oakside Restaurant, 909-866-5555
- Open Thanksgiving DayNoon to 8pm Regular menu and Thanksgiving Special
Specialty Services & Shopping:
A Gourmet Personal Chef
Chef Allan takes care of every aspect of your special event while you relax and enjoy your own party. Hire a Personal Chef to do all the cooking, serving and cleaning in the comfort of your home or vacation home. With a phone call or e-mail to Chef Allan, all the arrangements from menu planning to food preparation through clean-up are handled for you.- Phone: 909-878-0204Email: chefallan01@yahoo.com
Goldsmith’s Boardhouse and Ski Rental
Goldsmith’s has outstanding lines of quality boards and skis for both sales and rentals. Open daily 9 a.m. 6 p.m. Black Friday sales on November 23 and 24.- Phone: 909-866-2728Website: www.goldsmithsboardandski.com
Featured Activities Open on Thanksgiving:
Action Zipline Tours. 909-866-0390 (10% OFF)
Action Segway Tours. 909-866-0390 (10% OFF)
Alpine Slide at Magic Mountain. 909-866-4626 Open Thanksgiving Day (Weather permitting)
Big Bear Jeep Experience, 909-420-5828
Helicopter Big Bear, 909-585-1200
Holloway’s Marina and RV Park , 909-866-5706
Big Bear Snow Play, 909-585-0075 – Open Thanksgiving Day (Weather permitting)
Big Bear Alpine Zoo, 909-584-1299
Miss Liberty, 909-866-8129 – Open Thanksgiving Day (Reservations Required) Amazing Scavenger Hunt
Available 365 days a year, sunrise to sunset. This smartphone guided interactive scavenger hunt adventure in The Village is perfect for families and friends. Sign up online at http://www.UrbanAdventureQuest.com. Use special promo code: BigBearTurkey to receive 15% off your adventure.
Thanksgiving Day and Weekend Events:
Big Bear Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
Bring the family to this 3, 6, 9 mile run with plenty of activities including a Costume Contest!- Date: November 22, 2018 (Thanksgiving Day)Location: Meadow ParkPhone: 909-744-7876
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.- Dates & Time: November 23, 2018; entertainment starts at 5 p.m.- 8 p.m.Price: FreeWebsite: http://www.BigBearLakeVillage.comPhone Number: 909-878-4747Address: 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 23 – December 23, 2018, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.Price: FreeWebsite: http://www.BigBearLakeVillage.comPhone Number: 909-878-4747Address: Corner of Village Dr. & Pine Knot Ave.
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 23-24, 2018, Time: Friday & Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.Website:www.BigBearEvents.comPhone Number: 909-585-3000Address: 42900 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake
Enjoy a Concert at The Cave: CASH’D OUT Tribute to Johnny Cash
Enjoy some live tunes the weekend after Thanksgiving at The Cave, one of Big Bear’s best concert venues featuring great tribute bands and live entertainment. A San Diego based band that channels Johnny Cash in about as close manner to the real thing as it gets. November 24th.- Dates & Times: November 24, 2018, Time: 6:30 p.m.Website:http://thecavebigbear.com/Phone Number: 909-878-0204Address: 40789 Village Drive, Big Bear Lake
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