Jul
25
Puptopia Festival
Veteran's Park, Big Bear Lake, CA
Calling all dog lovers and pet parents! You're invited to come out to the Big Bear Puptopia Festival on July 25.
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The Beachcomber family welcomes you and your dog
A family-run hospitality group we’ve long admired recently expanded their Fort Bragg pawprint. Siblings Bob Hunt and Pam Amante—the team behind the dog-friendly Beachcomber Motel, Surf & Sand Lodge, and Beach House Inn—added The Wharf Restaurant and Anchor Lodge to their collection. With deep North Coast roots since 1972 and a real understanding of traveling with dogs, their growing hospitality family gives DogTrekkers more reasons than ever to head to Mendocino. Read more
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Jul
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25
Music in the Mountains: Eagles & Boston
Big Bear Discovery Center, Fawnskin, CA
Classic rock night with Eagles & Boston tributes—smooth harmonies, soaring guitars, and timeless hits. Music in the Mountains is the largest annual fundraiser for the nonprofit Southern California Mountains Foundation. Enjoy a night of classic rock favorites with TLR – Experience the Eagles,.
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Aug
7
Big Bear Annual Antique Car Show & Fun Run
40800 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA
The Big Bear Fun Run™ is a legendary celebration of vintage vehicles, bringing over 500 stunning classic cars to the scenic streets of Big Bear Lake. Hosted by the Antique Car Club of Big Bear Valley, this three-day event transforms The Village into a.
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