There isn’t a single time of year that isn’t worth your while to head out and explore Big Bear, California at your own preferred pace. Each season here has something wonderful to offer visitors, but when you’re looking for high-energy fun for the entire family to enjoy and great entertainment too, we highly recommend making your way in this direction over 4th of July. That’s when summer fun is in full swing, the sun is high in the sky over Big Bear, and the warm weather and on-the-lake options for recreation lend themselves perfectly to Independence Day festivities of all kinds. If you happen to be the type of traveler who can’t imagine an Independence Day celebration without a dazzling show included, the following are a few of the best spots to watch fireworks this Big Bear 4th of July weekend.
Attend the Annual 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular Alongside Your Family and Friends
This year, just as in years past, Big Bear is set up to showcase its annual 4th of July Spectacular event for locals and visitors alike to enjoy. This impressive and always fun gathering features a wonderful sense of community, great waterside activities for guests of all ages to enjoy, and a fireworks display that’s always one-of-a-kind. There’s absolutely no cost to attend this fireworks display in Big Bear on July 4 which is set off directly over Big Bear Lake. If you happen to have spent your day out on a boat, a kayak, or a paddleboard, you’ll want to hang onto that rental for the evening because there’s truly nothing more inspiring than watching this show from your perfect place on the water. Typically, the fireworks get started between 8:45 pm and 9:15 pm and spectators can count on enjoying the colorful display for anywhere from 30 to 40 minutes. If you want to elevate your fireworks watching experience even further, the team over at the local radio station KBHR will air a musical accompaniment to the dazzling display on 102.5 FM and 93.3 FM alike.
Enjoy Above The Boom at Snow Summit
For Big Bear-bound travelers over the 4th of July this year who are looking to take their fireworks watching experience to the next level of excellence, attending Above the Boom over at Snow Summit is a must. This inviting Independence Day event is typically hosted between 7:00 pm and 10:00 pm at 880 Summit Boulevard and is a chance to get a sky-high view out and over the Big Bear fireworks display from a prime vantage point. Before the fireworks begin, guests at Above The Boom are invited to come to Snow Summit and enjoy live entertainment that’s sure to thrill. There’s a full dinner built into this incredible experience, and plenty of family-friendly activities on-site to enjoy as well. That said, the highlight of the evening will certainly be when you hop on the Scenic Sky Chair and take a round-trip ride that offers up the unique opportunity to get an above-ground view of the annual fireworks display. There’s truly nothing quite like it, and it might very well end up being the highlight of your Big Bear summer adventure.
Additional Great Options for Fireworks Watching Fun in Big Bear
While a place on the water or Above The Boom are both great options for taking in the 4th of July fireworks in Big Bear this year, visitors have other choices to consider when you’re planning on being out and about. If you know you’ll be spending your Independence Day with your boots laced up and out on the hiking trails with family and friends, there are a few routes near town that typically showcase great fireworks views. These often include the Towne Trail as well as the Cougar Crest Trail. There are also several lakefront parks to consider setting up at for a great vantage point. Pine Knot Park, Ski Beach, and Veterans Park alike are all terrific options that provide an inviting and scenic setting for the display as well as opportunities to include a picnic dinner into your 4th of July evening plans.
Book Accommodations That Elevate Your 4th of July Fun in Big Bear This Year
When your travel plans bring you to Big Bear over the 4th of July, booking your vacation accommodations through Big Bear Vacations means having the room, amenities, and great views you deserve to make more of every single moment. Here, we’re proud to offer holiday travelers access to property options that are ideal for small and large groups alike. We also have rentals across Big Bear that are designed to include private hot tubs for travelers to enjoy, lakefront vantage points, private balconies, cozy fireplaces, impressive entertainment setups, and so much more! If you’re looking forward to heading to Big Bear with your beloved canine companion at your side, be sure to look into our 4th of July rentals that are set up for the very best of pet-friendly living too.
Reach out to our team today to learn more about our 4th of July rental options across Big Bear, as well as our inviting selection of Big Bear vacation rentals that are open to reserve all year long. We can’t wait to see you in Big Bear soon!
