4th Of July Fireworks & Independence Day Faire 2025: Big Bear Lake

From Visit Big Bear:

Celebrate Independence Day in Big Bear Lake!

Imagine it - an evening on Big Bear Lake, floating on the water and watching spectacular fireworks explode overhead. Or, maybe you're seeing it from a beautiful vantage point you hiked to on the trails. Wherever you are, the 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular is truly a sight to behold!

4th of July Fireworks Spectacular

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 Big Bear 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.

Independence Day Faire

July 4, 2025
Big Bear Convention Center, 42900 Big Bear Blvd.
Friday, from 10 AM - 6 PM

Enjoy action-packed 4th of July fun for the entire family. The Independence Day Faire is Big Bear's fireworks “pre party” under the pines. Festivities include a vendor market, a Kids Fun Zone, live entertainment, and a special July 4th menu. Admission is FREE.

Above The Boom

July 4, 2025
Snow Summit, 880 Summit Blvd.
Friday, from 8:30 - 9:45 PM

Elevate your 4th of July at Above the Boom, featuring panoramic views of the Big Bear Fireworks Spectacular. Enjoy live entertainment, dinner, family-friendly activities, and more before your roundtrip on the Scenic Sky Chair to watch the fireworks from the top of Snow Summit.