Event Guide

Bear Crawl in The Village

An afternoon bar crawl through The Village that also raises money for local community causes.

Start Date

Oct 10 2026 00:00

End Date

Oct 10 2026 00:00

Time

Starts at 2:00 PM

Cost

Early Bear Pass $50 through May 15 • Bear Crawl Pass $65

Location

The Village

652 Pine Knot Ave, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

 At A Glance

Bear Crawl in The Village takes place Saturday, October 10, 2026 beginning at 2 PM. The ticketed event visits participating Village bars and restaurants while supporting local causes.

About Bear Crawl in The Village

Bear Crawl returns to The Village on October 10, 2026 for an afternoon built around participating bars and restaurants. The event also serves as a fundraiser, with proceeds supporting the Big Bear Alpine Zoo and Grace's Place Foundation.

What to Expect

The event starts at 2 PM and moves through participating Village locations. Published ticket information includes a commemorative glass and one complimentary drink at 10 participating bars or restaurants. The event concludes with additional entertainment including a DJ and bear costume contest.

Parking & Getting There

The event takes place in The Village. Parking is available in Village public parking lots. Because alcohol is central to the event, plan transportation before attending and do not drive after drinking.

Make a Day of It

Spend the morning around Big Bear Lake or enjoying fall scenery, then head to The Village before the 2 PM start. If you plan to drink, arrange a safe ride before the crawl begins.

Good To Know

This is an alcohol-focused event. Published 2026 pricing is $50 for the Early Bear Pass through May 15 and $65 for the regular Bear Crawl Pass.

Event Information Disclaimer: Event dates, times, locations, pricing, schedules and other details can change without notice. Discover Big Bear Lake provides this information as a visitor resource and is not responsible for changes, cancellations or inaccuracies. Always confirm current details with the event organizer or official event source before attending.

Quick Notes

Event Type

Food & Drink, Community

Best For

Adults • Food & drink • The Village • Community fundraising

Event Season

Fall

Event Status

Upcoming

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Bear Crawl in The Village?

The 2026 Bear Crawl is Saturday, October 10, with the event starting at 2 PM.

Where is the Big Bear Bear Crawl?

The event takes place in The Village in Big Bear Lake, with the listed location at 652 Pine Knot Ave.

How much are Bear Crawl tickets?

Published pricing is $50 for the Early Bear Pass through May 15 and $65 for the regular Bear Crawl Pass.

What is included with a Bear Crawl ticket?

Published ticket details include a commemorative glass and one complimentary drink at 10 participating bar or restaurant locations.

Where can I park for Bear Crawl?

Parking is available in The Village public parking lots. If you plan to drink, arrange transportation rather than driving afterward.