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  • Sep 17, 2018
  • • Big Bear, California, Events, Socal, Southern California
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  Let’s Kick Off the Fall!

  This Friday, Fall will officially be here! It’s been such an amazing Summer, and we can’t wait to usher in the new season with a badass weekend of shows at The Cave! Fall is one of the most beautiful seasons in Big Bear. With the changing of the leaves, and that nostalgic scent in the air, Big Bear is the place to be to experience the Fall season. We will be having our Rock Night on Friday, and Mick Adams & The Stones this Friday and Saturday. There are also lots of events to enjoy throughout our beloved town of Big Bear! Check out the activities we have listed here, and we will see you this weekend as we celebrate the beginning of Fall!

   

  Concerts

  Rock Night

  Sept 21 | 6:30pm | $10 | Full Bar | All Ages

  

   

  ABOUT DONKEY ISLAND PENITENTIARY

  Donkey Island Penitentiary is the sound of garage, punk and science fiction, filtered through the blues, while Big Dave growls dreamy lyrics about his nightmares.

  In 2014, 4 (mostly) innocent men were sentenced to Donkey Island Penitentiary for crimes they definitely committed. They promptly escaped to the Los Angeles Underground, where they survive as a fuzz harmonica driven rock and roll band while they continue to evade the law.

  Four years ago, Big Dave spent a month in a coma, and as he lay dying his mind became unstuck in time. Upon waking, he told Alejandro and Vincent of his strangely vivid dreams: time travel, deals with devils, vigilante justice, and regret across different planes of consciousness. When Dave could walk again they got to work, and with Miguel, they are a fearsome foursome of guitars, drums, bass and harmonica.

  They have been crafting their songs in secret. Now is the time for their big escape.

  ABOUT HIPNOSTIC

  hIPNOSTIC is a heavy rock band from Orange County, CA. Our music is driven by a passion for heavy contagious riffs, powerful rhythmic grooves, thought provoking arrangements that filter through a positive and hopeful lyrical message. The band draws inspiration from artists like Soundgarden, Alice in Chains, Chevelle, Seether, Shinedown and Godsmack.

  Our latest singles “Ain’t No Sunshine”, which is a unique heavy rock version of the classic Bill Withers tune with a dark moody spin and “Blind Eyes See” truly embody what the band’s music is all about and where we are headed in the future. The band released its debut record “Dissolve Me” which garnered many positive reviews. Debra Stocker, Editor of All ACCESS said, “Dissolve Me is by far one of the best hard Rock/alternative sounding albums I’ve come across this year”. Modern Fix Magazine had this to say, “The talent level is high, the range is varied, the voice is superior, the guitar riffs are catchy and there are numerous standout tracks on “Dissolve Me. There is a commercial shine to this made-for-radio band”.

  ABOUT DEREK DAY

  Derek Day is a screaming, 23 year-old Los Angelino solo artist from Eaglerock , CA that infuses the power of Rock N’ Roll N’ Other Genres (R&B,Soul,Progressive Rock,Punk) who engages with and captures the audience theatrically. He’s on the lead, licky, riffy, stylistic Electric Guitar to accompany his lead, burning, gritty, soulful contralto Vocals. Finally releasing his first EP in Spring 2017, he’s been performing over 10 years with influences ranging from Led Zeppelin through Coltrane, stopping for minute at Tom Waits, to Kendrick Lamar meets GN’R while Stevie Ray Vaughan has breakfast with Mercury n’ MJ. It’s always a BLAST!

  The child of honorable working-class parents, Derek Day was born & raised in and around Downtown Los Angeles. “He had started vocalizing when he was a baby”, his mother recalling, “singing along to ‘We Will Rock You’ during a Buffalo Wild Wings commercial  when he was only 4 months.”  He picked up guitar playing around 6 years old- writing his first melody on a plastic guitar with 4 strings. Being raised on classic and hard rock styles since the day he was born, eventually Day started performing out on the Santa Monica 3rd Street Promenade as well as Venice Beach at age 13. He quickly learned to love styles of Motown, Jazz, Funk as well as Progressive, Alternative and Experimental music. Street Performing taught Day how to deal with audiences- whilst the cover tunes he was performing taught him how to emote, scream, and feel what really meant the world to him. Now, he has something to say of his own, something new to show you- A reason to look up.

  Grab your tickets here!

  Doors 6:30PM | Opening Act 7:30PM | Headlining Act 9PM

  $10+ applicable fees.

  Tables are available for reservation. Call the box office for more information.

   

  Mick Adams & The Stones: tribute to The Rolling Stones

  Sept 22 | 6:30pm | $15 | Full Bar | All Ages

  

  Named one of the top ten tribute shows in the world by Backstage Magazine,  Mick Adams and The Stones are an authentic recreation of The Rolling Stones, live in concert and are endorsed by former Atlantic Records President, Jerry Greenberg, Ryan Seacrest and Mark Cuban. According to Jerry, “It doesn’t get any closer than this!” Mick Adams and the Stones have been featured twice on National television’s  “The World’s Greatest Tribute Bands” and were the only band chosen by Mark Cuban out of seven seasons of the television show to perform a private concert for Comcast-NBC Universal, and AXS Television in January 2017. Mick Adams and The Stones are an exciting seven piece band, featuring look alike performers, multiple costume changes, full choreography, and an all new media show. They usually perform a ninety minute to two hour show covering every era of The Rolling Stones fifty five year career in casino showrooms, performing arts centers, event centers and theaters.  While the band is located in Southern California, they travel and perform Internationally as well. Venues they’ve played include Spotlight 29 Casino, Wild Horse Pass Casino, Pala Casino, AJ Performing Arts Center, Desert Diamond Casino Event Center, Cannery Casino, Las Vegas Hilton, Gexa Energy Center, Texas Station Casino, National Grove of Anaheim, etc.  The energy is through the roof and the band will have you dancing and singing along with every song. They have become best known for pulling out the theatrical stops by raising the bar for all Rolling Stones impersonators with their wide array of musical and vocal talents.

  Grab your tickets here!

   

  Events Around Town

  Big Bear Falltacular Weekend

  Sep 21, 2018 – Sep 23, 2018

  Falltacular Big Bear Lake 

  For the true beleafers, this is the best time to visit Big Bear.  As the mountain air turns crisp and cool, golden hues emerge to cast a warm glow over Big Bear Lake making it Southern California’s most popular location to capture autumn’s beauty.  The Falltacular is the celebration of pumpkin spice everything, the glory of sweater weather and all the ways you can enjoy this wonder-fall time of the year.

  The amazing change in color can be witnessed from the land, water or air in Big Bear Lake.  Explore the beautiful trails and backroads on foot, mountain bike or jeep; take a boat tour or rent your own and cruise the lake, or soar above the trees by zip line or helicopter.

  During the Falltacular, every weekend features live music and events and activities. We’ve compiled all the ways to enjoy your favorite fall activities, but don’t wait…the Falltacular is only available for a limited time…so plan a weekend to take advantage of this gourd-ous season in Big Bear Lake.

  48th Annual Oktoberfest at the Big Bear Convention Center 
  September 8 – November 3
  All Saturdays; Noon – Midnight
  All Sundays; Noon – 6pm
  Rated Southern California’s #1 Oktoberfest! Join our extended family for a true German celebration featuring live German music, food, entertainment and beer.
  September 22nd 
  Main Stage, Frankenrebellen 12:30pm-12am
  Wyatt’s Bier Garten Stage, Revelator 2pm-6pm
  Wyatt’s Bier Garten Stage, Sean Wiggins & Lone Goat 7pm-11pm
  September 23rd 
  Main Stage, Frankenrebellen, 12pm-6pm
  Wyatt’s Bier Garten Stage, Terry McRaven 1pm-5pm
  bigbearevents.com
  
  15th Annual Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails at Bear Mountain Resort
  September  22nd – 10am-7pm
  September in SoCal usually means sunny skies and scorching temps, but the forecast at Bear Mountain on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 calls for 100 percent chance of snow, groomed to perfection for the 15th annual Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails.
  Performances by AWOLNATION & TheLINE
  hotdawgsandhandrails.com
  
  Glow Golf  at Bear Mountain Golf Course 
  September 21 7pm – 10pm
  Come play a round under the stars with cart, glow ball, and dinner + fountain drink or draft beer included. This nighttime fun is open to players of all ages and abilities, but spaces are limited so reserve your spot today.  The event will begin with dinner and drinks at 7:00 p.m. Shotgun will start at 8:00 p.m., ending at approximately 10:00 p.m.
  Glow Golf Website

  Rock Night at the Cave
  Friday September 21st
  Doors at 6pm Concert at 7:30pm
  thecavebigbear.com

  “Mick Adams & The Stones” Rolling Stones Tribute at the Cave
  Saturday September 22nd
  Doors at 6pm Concert at 7:30pm
  thecavebigbear.com

  Scarecrow Festival in the Village
  September 21st  – November 4th daily  Be a part of the competition and vote for your favorite Scarecrow presentation in the Village by local merchants, non-profits and service clubs.  Six categories represented ranging from the spookiest to most humorous; great family fun; get your ballots and maps at merchants throughout the Village; drop at designated locations by October 30.  Winner announced Halloween Night, October 31!
  bigbearlakevillage.com

  Segway Fall Colors Tour 
  September 8 – November 25; daily 1:30pm – 4:30pm
  Take an incredible Fall scenic 2-hour tour gliding on X2 Segway Personal Transporters through the Village and forest with your own tour guide. Learn the history of Big Bear, soak up the Falltacular brilliant colors, and explore up-close nature at its Fall best.  909.866.0390; check web site for reservations
  actiontourscalifornia.com
  
  The Copper Q – Fall Cooking Demos 
  September through Thanksgiving
  All Thursdays and Fridays at Noon
  All Saturdays; 10:30am and 1:30pm
  Cooking Demonstrations are free in store events where guests may watch and interact with the chef in the Demonstration Show Kitchen. Guests sit at the Show Kitchen counter, receive the recipe and get a sample of the fare being demonstrated. Guests should arrive early as the seating is limited to 12 people and is first-come; first-served.  Relax on the patio with a Falltacular signature drink!
  copperq.com

  Paint and Sip at Barrel 33 in the Village 
  Friday September 21st – 6-8pm
  An evening of Painting, Wine Tasting, and fun with new friends! Includes paint instruction, all materials, delicious refreshments, and a glass of wine.
  barrel33bigbear.com

  Fall-O-Ween Festivities Gold Rush Mining Adventures 
  September 9 – November 3; daily 10am – 5pm
  goldrushminingadventures.com
  Thrills without chills!  Get into the spirit and visit their Gold Rush Ghost Town for photo opts and pan for gold.  Kids can mine for treasures and craft ‘make and take’ concoctions including pumpkin pie and candy corn play dough, ectoplasm, and more scary options available.
  goldrushminingadventures.com

  Location: Various Locations

  Contact: See Individual Event or Activity

   

  Big Bear Scare Weekend

  Sep 21, 2018 – Sep 23, 2018

  The Big Bear Scare   

  Big Bear Lake is the place to eat, drink, and be scary.  We’ve been communicating with spooks and spirits to bring you your favorite Halloween activities every weekend September 14th through October!

  Join us for the Big Bear Scare and plan your Mountain Lake Escape…if you dare!   Events this weekend include…..

  Scare Valley Farms Halloween Haunt
  September 15 – October 27  (except September 21)
  All Fridays & Saturdays 630pm – 11pm
  Dare to travel back to the early 1900s for a truly frightening experience making your way through a haunted ghost town, mine shaft and cemetery, creepy carnival, skin-crawling hillbilly hayride, terrifying slaughterhouse, undead swamp, and more, all before witnessing live executions. Not recommended for children under 12. Tickets vary from $20 to $35 per person; scarevalleyfarms.eventbrite.com

  Haunted Pirate Ship at Halloway’s Marina 
  September 15 – October 31
  September: Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday 2pm tour
  October: Wednesday, Saturday, Sunday 2pm tour
  Ahoy mateys!  Board the Haunted Pirate Ship, sail Big Bear Lake and be prepared to be haunted by the real paranormal stories of Big Bear that will keep you looking over your shoulder for spirits, flying objects and more.  Great for families, rich in history; 2pm tour only; regular rates apply.  Check web site for reservations.
  bigbearhallowaysmarina

  Big Bear Pride Monster Mash at Scare Valley Farms 
  September  21st  7pm- 11:30pm
  Big Bear Vacations presents Big Bear Pride Monster Mash at Scare Valley Farms. Friday Night at the Farms and Various Activities and Events throughout the rest of weekend are planned.
  Friday  September 21
  7 PM – Scare Valley Farms Skin Crawling Gay Ride •Slaughterhouse •Queen
  Scream Contest •Hay Romp • Cash Bar •Hot Beef Tacos • DJ OBSCR
  Packages included with Lodging use promo code: PRIDE2
  Please call 855 797 2869 Today to Book Now!
  BigBearPrideMonsterMash

  Haunted Maze at Bear Necessities 
  September 14th – October 28th
  All Fridays, 5pm – 9pm
  All Saturdays; 5pm – 7pm
  All Sundays; 5pm– 6pm
  Horror-ific family fun and photo opportunities for all ages.  Creep through a spooky cemetery ~ only if you dare ~ with creatures lurking in the self-guided maze.  Don’t miss this spooky stop on your Big Bear Scare-tacular tour.  Start at Scary Bear Necessities located at Big Bear Vacations.  Free admission.
  Bear Necessities

  Scarecrow Festival in the Village  
  September 21st  – November 4th daily
  Be a part of the competition and vote for your favorite Scarecrow presentation in the Village by local merchants, non-profits and service clubs.  Six categories represented ranging from the spookiest to most humorous; great family fun; get your ballots and maps at merchants throughout the Village; drop at designated locations by October 30.  Winner announced Halloween Night, October 31!
  bigbearlakevillage.com

  Creepy Crawly Fun in the Village at Mountain Room Escapes 
  September 14 – October 26 All Fridays; 7pm
  Kids ages 5 – 12  can escape to Mountain Room Escapes every Friday for an hour of hands-on fun making slime, meeting the giant Madagascar hissing cockroaches, or learning some magic tricks. Check web site for week activity schedule.
  mountainroomescapes.com

  Fall-O-Ween Festivities at Gold Rush Mining Adventures 
  September 9 – November 3; daily 10am – 5pm
  goldrushminingadventures.com Thrills without chills!  Get into the spirit and visit their Gold Rush Ghost Town for photo opts and pan for gold.  Kids can mine for treasures and craft ‘make and take’ concoctions including pumpkin pie and candy corn play dough, ectoplasm, and more scary options available. Check website for details.
  goldrushminingadventures.com
  

  Location: Various Locations

  Contact: See Individual Event or Activity

   

  Celebrate Harvest & Halloween at Gold Rush Mining Adventures

  Sep 21, 2018 | 10:00AM – 05:00PM

  Celebrate Harvest & Halloween at Gold Rush Mining Adventures 
  Daily September 10 – November 3rd from 10am to 5pm

  A visual extravaganza awaits! Enjoy the “spirit” of the season.  Learn the science behind “Slime”, have fun creating your own, and discover other fun treasure adventures.  Visit our Ghost Town for free photo opts.

  Location: Gold Rush Mining Adventures at 40016 Big Bear Blvd

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5678 Website: www.goldrushminigadventures.com

   

  15th Annual Hot Dawgz and Hand Rails at Bear Mountain Resort

  Sep 22, 2018 | 10:00AM – 07:00PM

  Don’t miss Southern California’s premier winter kickoff event.

  September in SoCal usually means sunny skies and scorching temps, but the forecast at Bear Mountain on Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018 calls for 100 percent chance of snow, groomed to perfection for the 15th annual Hot Dawgz & Hand Rails.

  One of the most influential and innovative events in the snowboarding industry, HDHR features some of the best riders in the world competing on a one-of-a-kind rail jam course designed and built by Bear Mountain’s renowned park staff.

  Toss in must-see music performances and a bunch of snow-starved fanatics ready to party like there’s no tomorrow, and it’s no wonder why HDHR is called “the largest winter kickoff party known to man.”

  Performances by AWOLNATION & TheLINE

  For more information, visit HotDawgzAndHandRails.com

  Location: Bear Mountain Resort at 43101 Goldmine Drive

  Contact: Tel:(844) GO2-BEAR Website: www.hotdawgzandhandrails.com

   

  Celebrate Harvest & Halloween at Gold Rush Mining Adventures

  Sep 22, 2018 | 10:00AM – 05:00PM

  Celebrate Harvest & Halloween at Gold Rush Mining Adventures 
  Daily September 10 – November 3rd from 10am to 5pm

  A visual extravaganza awaits! Enjoy the “spirit” of the season.  Learn the science behind “Slime”, have fun creating your own, and discover other fun treasure adventures.  Visit our Ghost Town for free photo opts.

  Location: Gold Rush Mining Adventures at 40016 Big Bear Blvd

  Contact: Tel: (909) 866-5678 Website: www.goldrushminigadventures.com

   

  Saturday Community Bike Rides with the Big Bear Cycling Association

  Sep 23, 2018 | 09:00AM – 11:00AM

  Saturday Community Bike Rides with the Big Bear Cycling Association

  Community Road Rides Every Saturday thru mid-October from 9am to 11am
  Meets at Copper Q at 9am
  Beginner to advanced rides available – Local, 17 or 32 Mile Routes Around Lake

  Community Mountain Bike Ride Every Saturday thru September from 9am to 11am
  Meets at  Chains Required at 9am

  Please e-mail or visit website for more information

  Location: Copper Q at 645 Pine Knot or Chains Required at 41869 Big Bear Blvd.

  Contact: e-mail: bigbearcycling@gmail.com Website: www.bigbearcycling.com