

4th of July Fireworks Spectacular
Friday, July 4, 2025. Visible from the water, shoreline and some trail vantage points. Starts between 8:45-9:15 PM, runs approximately 30-40 mins
The Fireworks Spectacular explodes over the lake every July 4th and is FREE to spectators. Local radio station KBHR airs a musical accompaniment to the show on 93.3 FM and 102.5 FM.
Above The Boom
Friday, July 4, 2025. Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd. 7 – 10 PM
Take your 4th of July to new heights at the Above the Boom fireworks viewing party featuring a Scenic Sky Chair ride, live DJ music, and panoramic views of Southern California’s largest 4th of July fireworks show.
Patriotic Pitch at Action Ziplines
4th of July Weekend!
Join Action Tours to Zipline through the forest of Big Bear and through mountainous terrain. Help us celebrate our nation’s birthday!
Pitch a star-spangled ball into a bucket while rocketing down a zipline. If your ball lands in the bucket, you win a prize.
4th of July Fun Run 2025
Show your American Spirit during the 2025 4th of July Weekend Fun Run in Big Bear Lake
The 4th of July Weekend Fun Run is back after a multi-year hiatus! And what better way to show your American pride than to hit the trails of Big Bear?
Note: This event takes place July 5, 2025
Event Date, Time & Place
July 5, 2025 from 8 AM at Maple Hills Trails, located at 351 Maple Ln.
Packet Pick-Up:
- July 4 from 4 – 6 PM, located TBD
- July 5 from 5:30 – 7 AM, on-site
The first 400 registrants receive a t-shirt, don’t wait to register!
Prizes
All finishers will be awarded a custom medal, PLUS stick around to congratulate the top runners during the Award Ceremony!
- 5K Run: Awards for overall men and women plus Top 3 in each age category for male and female
- 10K & 15K Run: Awards for overall men and women
Independence Day Fair
Big Bear Convention Center
The Big Bear Lake Independence Day Fair provides a fun-filled outing under the pines with shopping, activities for the little ones, and live entertainment in the high-altitude beer garden. Arts and crafts booths and local vendors will be selling a large variety of items including wire-wrap jewelry, home & garden decor, candles, health products, toys and vintage clothing. Little visitors will enjoy a variety of activities including a bounce house, arts & crafts, and a balloon artist.
Independence Day Weekend Glow Golf
Bear Mountain Golf Course
Join us July 5 & 6, 2024 at Bear Mountain Golf Course for Glow Golf – a 9-hole extravaganza with a glow in the dark course and balls. The event will begin with dinner and drinks at 7PM. Shotgun will start at 8PM, ending at approximately 10PM.
All Glow Golf reservations include the following (per person): – Dinner (finger foods) & 1 draft beer or fountain soda;- 1 glow ball (additional glow balls available for purchase at the Pro Shop); – Green fee & cart rental
Music in the Mountains
Big Bear Discovery Center
Take a seat under the stars at the Big Bear Discovery Center Amphitheater and enjoy the best in country, classic and contemporary rock, 7,000 feet above Southern California! A ticket to a Music in the Mountains concert does more than get you into a great show, it helps to protect your public lands. Proceeds support the Southern California Mountains Foundation and its powerful conservation, recreation, and education programs: The Big Bear Discovery Center, National Children’s Forest, The Urban Conservation Corps of the Inland Empire, Fire Lookout Hosts, Off-Highway Vehicle, and Adopt-a-Trail.
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4th of July Traffic Plan for The City of Big Bear Lake
Please be advised that the City of Big Bear Lake implements a strict traffic plan at the conclusion of the fireworks show. The plan helps mitigate heavy traffic that is typical after the show and designed to keep you moving safely from your watch spot to your house.
From the Dam to Division Road only right-hand turns will be permitted onto Big Bear Blvd.
There will be NO PARKING allowed on Pine Knot Avenue on Thursday July 4th beginning at 5pm to prepare for the show continuing thru midnight.
Thank you for your patience and understanding. We hope everyone has a safe and happy 4th of July!
PERSONAL FIREWORKS ARE ILLEGAL IN BIG BEAR VALLEY
From Big Bear Lake Fire Department:
Personal fireworks are illegal throughout Big Bear Valley, including “safe and sane” fireworks. In addition, all fireworks that explode, shoot into the air or move along the ground are termed dangerous and are illegal anywhere in California. If someone is seen using personal fireworks, call (909) 866-7566 or text (909) 731-4887 immediately.
From San Bernardino County Fire Protection District:
Possession of any type of fireworks, including “safe and sane” fireworks, is against the law in any unincorporated area of San Bernardino County. In the event a fire occurs due to the unsafe use of fireworks, the responsible persons are likely to face criminal charges and be held liable for damages.
CAMPFIRES ARE PROHIBITED OUTSIDE OF DESIGNATED AREAS
San Bernardino National Forest prohibits campfires outside of agency-provided fire rings at designated sites. Remember that regulations governing campfires are specific to each National Forest. Campfires may only be started within: Developed Campgrounds (i.e. Serrano, Holcomb Valley, etc.), Yellow Post Sites with a provided fire ring
It is illegal to build a fire while camping remotely or outside of the above-mentioned areas. Additional restrictions will be implemented as fire danger increases, always check with the local Ranger Station before heading out to your site. A citation for violating fire restrictions prompts a mandatory court appearance. It is a federal offense punishable as a Class B misdemeanor, by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months or both.
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