Clear the calendar and get the car road trip ready—the mountains are howling! Big Bear Puptopia Festival is coming up on Saturday, July 25. The charming dog-centric celebration makes the perfect anchor to a fun-filled weekend along the shores of Big Bear Lake under the summer alpine sun. Read on for the full rundown on where to stay, eat and play so you can make a well-rounded weekend adventure of it.
Plan your pup’s festival ‘fit
Puptopia is a day of sheer canine cuteness in waterside Veterans Park. It’s all about fun, games and pampering, with a giant ball pit, agility tunnels, spa treatments, vendor shopping and live stage shows. Whether your pup is a social butterfly, the sporty type or all chill, there’s a zone for you. Read more…
Choose your Big Bear basecamp
Veterans Park is an easy stroll from Big Bear Lake’s Village, so you can bed down anywhere from a lakefront boutique hotel to cozy, fireplace-warmed cabins. Book ASAP; festival weekend fills fast. Here are a few dog-friendly favorites within reach of the action, from modern retreats to wallet-friendly Village stays. Read more…
Table for tail-waggers
Big Bear’s Village rolls out the welcome mat for four-legged diners, with ample summer patio seating, water bowls and the occasional honest-to-dog menu. Whether you’re after a quick slice, a hearty breakfast or a hard-earned craft beer once the festival winds down, here’s where to grab a table with your pup. Read more…
Splash, stay and play
There’s so much to enjoy in Big Bear before and after the festival. Pair your Puptopia weekend with a property that’s got its own pool, then take the party to the lake—paddling, swimming and dockside naps included. Here’s how to build a stay-and-splash itinerary around July 25. Read more…
