Big Bear Preview Film Festival
Experience Big Bear on Screen and Stage
The Big Bear Film Festival (BBFF) returns with two unforgettable events celebrating bold storytelling, live music, and community in the heart of the San Bernardino Mountains.
This September, get a sneak peek with a special Preview Festival featuring 3 days of films, shorts, and nightly live performances. Then, in March, join us for the full-scale relaunch of BBFF — six days of screenings, panels, comedy, music, gaming, and cultural events that transform Big Bear into a hub of creativity.
Preview Festival Highlights
September 25–27, 2025
- Village Theaters (3 screens): Features, shorts, experimental works, and filmmaker Q&As (Thurs–Sat).
- Big Bear Village Sports Bar: Live music every evening (Thurs–Sat).
- Stella Luna: Nightly socials + step & repeat for filmmakers and guests.
Full Festival Coming Spring 2026
March 25–31, 2026
- 100+ creators, 70+ films, and artists from 20+ countries.
- Panels, workshops, and cultural spotlights.
- Comedy, gaming, VR, and live music showcases.
- Special galas, centerpiece screenings, and VIP events across multiple venues including Sunnybrook Estate and Sessions Retreat.
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- Dates: Sept 25–27, 2025 (Preview) | Mar 25–31, 2026 (Full Festival)
- Venues: Village Theaters, Big Bear Village Sports Bar, Stella Luna (Preview); Sunnybrook Estate, Sessions Retreat & more (Full Festival).
- Location: Big Bear Lake, CA
Make It a Big Bear Weekend
Turn your festival trip into a mountain getaway. Enjoy crisp alpine air, hiking and biking trails, scenic lake views, and late-summer adventure. Exclusive lodging deals are available at favorite spots around the valley.
Pass Options
- Annual Pass – $695 Access to both the September Preview Festival and March 2026 full festival. Includes all screenings, live music, socials, panels, and VIP activations.
- Preview Pass – $80 Access to all films, Q&As, live music, and socials during the 3-day Preview Festival in September.