Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026: Dates, Schedule, Travel Tips, and Where to Stay

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Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 takes place October 2–4, 2026 in Big Bear Lake. The weekend includes a Friday welcome gathering, a full Saturday festival at the Performing Arts Center, and a Sunday hike, yoga session, and brunch experience.

The main festival day is Saturday, October 3 at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315. Registration opens at 8:00 AM, vendors and Creators Village operate from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and classes, guided activities, and the celebration continue from 9:00 AM until approximately 9:30 PM.

Programming spans yoga, meditation, movement, wellness education, outdoor activities, music, vendors, and creative experiences. The 2026 theme is “Vishuddha Chakra: Speak Your Truth. Move Your Body. Free Your Voice.”

Current ticket options range from individual Friday, Saturday, and Sunday experiences to a multi-day package. Kids 17 and under attend Saturday free with a paid adult escort and supervision. Visit Big Bear also currently promotes the discount code “Anna” for 10% off; because promotions can change, confirm that the code applies at checkout before relying on it.

For visitors traveling from outside the mountains, the festival is much easier as an overnight trip. Staying in an A Chalet cabin lets you arrive before Friday’s welcome gathering, attend a full Saturday of classes without a same-night drive home, and stay through Sunday’s wellness activities.

Browse A Chalet cabins for Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026.

Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 at a Glance

What Is Big Bear Yoga Festival?

Big Bear Yoga Festival is a multi-day wellness gathering that brings together yoga teachers, musicians, meditation leaders, wellness educators, vendors, families, and travelers in the mountain setting of Big Bear Lake.

The festival is designed for a wide range of experience levels. Current organizer information specifically welcomes beginners and offers introductory and easier classes alongside options for more experienced practitioners. The 2026 schedule also identifies classes by general intensity, helping attendees distinguish among easier, moderate, and more demanding experiences.

The event is operated as an educational initiative of the LEAFS for Wellness Foundation, a 501(c)(3) organization. The festival’s stated goal is to make movement, mindfulness, wellness education, and community experiences accessible while supporting programs focused on balance, resilience, and recovery.

Unlike a yoga retreat where every guest follows one fixed program, Big Bear Yoga Festival allows attendees to choose among multiple classes and activities. That makes the weekend useful for people who want to build a personal schedule rather than commit to every session.

When and Where Is Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026?

The festival weekend runs from Friday, October 2 through Sunday, October 4, 2026, with activities in more than one Big Bear Lake location.

Friday, October 2

The weekend begins with a Welcome Gathering from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM at:

The Mystic Rose Studios
41658 Big Bear Blvd.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

The Friday event is designed as a relaxed community kickoff with music, movement, wellness activities, and opportunities to meet other attendees before the main festival day.

Saturday, October 3

The main festival is held at:

Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center
39707 Big Bear Blvd.
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315

Registration opens at 8:00 AM. Vendors and Creators Village are scheduled from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, while classes, guided activities, and celebration programming run from approximately 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

Sunday, October 4

The weekend continues with a special hike, yoga, and brunch experience. Current festival materials associate Sunday programming with the Performing Arts Center area, while the live ticketing page states that specific location details will be provided after purchase.

The current Sunday add-on ticket lists an 11:00 AM start.

What Can Visitors Expect at Big Bear Yoga Festival?

The 2026 program is broader than a sequence of traditional yoga classes. The festival combines movement, wellness education, nature, music, meditation, creativity, and social activities.

Current 2026 programming includes:

• Yoga classes for multiple experience levels
• Guided meditation
• Forest bathing and nature-based meditation
• Movement classes
• Health and wellness lectures
• Live music
• Vocal and expressive workshops
• Outdoor activities
• Vendor Village
• Creators Village
• Children’s classes and creative activities
• Saturday evening celebration programming
• Sunday hike, yoga, and brunch

One example from the current Saturday schedule is a forest-bathing nature meditation led by the Big Bear Retreat Center. Another session focuses on vocal activation, while the indoor schedule includes mixed-level Vinyasa and other movement offerings.

Because several activities may occur at the same time, review the live schedule before the festival and identify your highest-priority sessions rather than trying to attend everything.

What Happens on Friday Night?

The Friday Welcome Gathering runs from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM on October 2 at The Mystic Rose Studios.

The festival describes it as an easygoing start to the weekend built around community, sound, movement, storytelling, and connection.

Current ticket information mentions elements such as an Indigenous Women’s Song Circle, sound-based wellness experiences, drum healing, and ecstatic dance moments.

The Friday event currently has its own $59 ticket and is also included in the full weekend package.

Because Friday is separate from Saturday’s Performing Arts Center program, visitors attending the entire weekend should note that the venue changes between the two days.

What Is the Saturday Festival Schedule?

Saturday, October 3 is the centerpiece of Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026.

The broad timing is:

• 8:00 AM: Registration opens
• 9:00 AM-6:00 PM: Vendors open
• 9:00 AM-6:00 PM: Creators Village open
• 9:00 AM onward: Yoga, meditation, guided activities, lectures, music, and other sessions
• Evening: Celebration and After Glow programming for applicable ticket holders
• Approximately 9:30 PM: Current festival schedule’s end of Saturday programming

The official schedule begins with a 9:00 AM opening ceremony at the Theater Stage and includes simultaneous indoor and outdoor experiences.

Because individual class capacities, locations, and physical demands can differ, use the official schedule rather than selecting sessions only by title.

What Is After Glow?

After Glow is the Saturday evening portion of the festival and is included with certain ticket tiers rather than the basic daytime-only pass.

The organizer describes the evening as a movement and music-focused celebration featuring yoga, dance, sound, and other immersive wellness experiences.

If staying for the evening is important to you, choose a ticket that specifically includes After Glow. The currently listed $149 Saturday daytime ticket does not include it, while the current $189 Saturday Festival + After Glow ticket does.

Check the ticket description carefully before purchasing because ticket tiers have changed as earlier discounted allotments sold out.

How Much Are Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 Tickets?

Current ticket prices vary depending on how much of the weekend you want to attend.

The live ticketing page states that tickets are generally nonrefundable but transferable. Some ticket categories also have limited quantities.

Visit Big Bear currently advertises the promotional code “Anna” for 10% off. Confirm that the discount remains valid and applies to your chosen ticket before completing payment.

Check current Big Bear Yoga Festival ticket options.

Is Big Bear Yoga Festival Good for Beginners?

Yes. The festival specifically encourages people who are new to yoga to attend.

The organizer says there are beginning, easy, and introductory classes, while more experienced practitioners can choose sessions that deepen their existing practice.

The current schedule also uses accessibility and exertion information to help visitors understand what different activities involve.

That makes the festival a practical choice for couples or friend groups whose yoga experience varies. One person can choose a more demanding class while another attends meditation, a lecture, a creative session, or an easier movement class.

Is Big Bear Yoga Festival Family-Friendly?

Yes. The current 2026 children’s information states that kids 17 and under attend Saturday free with a paid adult escort and supervision.

The festival has a children’s schedule and a Creators Village with activities such as arts and crafts and collaborative creative projects.

A Parent’s Co-op is also being offered in 2026. Families interested in that option must sign up in advance and can contact Maya at 909-488-8817 for information.

Parents should note that free children’s attendance applies to Saturday according to the current ticket page. Do not assume Friday or Sunday paid experiences automatically include children unless the ticket terms specifically say so.

What Accessibility Information Is Available?

The festival publishes accessibility indicators to help visitors evaluate individual classes and activities.

Current descriptions include:

• Wheelchair Accessible: sessions on smooth, solid flooring
• Outdoor Accessible Spaces: outdoor sessions with surfaces such as gravel, carpet, dirt, or asphalt
• Steep Incline: sessions located above an incline
• Long Distance: activities located farther from facilities
• Hikes + Yoga: sessions involving outdoor walking or hiking with moderate to demanding activity

If mobility or another accessibility requirement is important to you, review the specific sessions you want to attend rather than assuming every part of the festival has the same access conditions.

Parking and Transportation

Visit Big Bear’s event page states that parking is available at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center.

The festival also promotes free parking in The Village at 630 Knickerbocker Road with public trolley connections between The Village and the festival area.

Because parking arrangements and transit service can change, check current festival transportation instructions close to October 2.

Anyone attending the Friday event should remember that it is held at The Mystic Rose Studios rather than the Performing Arts Center.

The festival also recommends checking current road conditions before traveling to or from Big Bear Lake, particularly because mountain traffic and weather can affect arrival times.

What Should You Bring to Big Bear Yoga Festival?

The organizer recommends preparing for both movement classes and variable October mountain weather.

• Your yoga mat
• Any yoga props you prefer
• A blanket or meditation cushion
• Comfortable clothing that allows free movement
• Slip-on shoes
• A refillable water bottle
• Notebook and pen
• Hat and sunscreen
• Warm layers for cooler evenings
• Your ticket confirmation
• Any personal medications or accessibility equipment you need

October days in Big Bear can feel comfortable while evenings become much cooler. Since parts of the festival take place outside, plan for temperature changes rather than dressing only for indoor yoga classes.

How to Make a Weekend of Big Bear Yoga Festival

Friday: Check In and Join the Welcome Gathering

Arrive in Big Bear Lake Friday afternoon, settle into your cabin, eat an early dinner, and head to The Mystic Rose Studios for the 7:30 PM welcome gathering.

Starting the trip on Friday allows you to ease into the festival rather than beginning Saturday with an early drive up the mountain.

Saturday Morning: Register and Build Your Own Schedule

Have breakfast at your cabin and arrive at the Performing Arts Center before your first planned class.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM, and the scheduled program begins around 9:00 AM.

Choose a few priority sessions in advance, but leave some flexibility for Vendor Village, Creators Village, music, or spontaneous activities.

Saturday Afternoon and Evening: Pace Yourself

A festival day stretching from morning into the evening can be tiring, especially if you choose physically demanding classes.

Take breaks, drink water, eat appropriately, and avoid scheduling intense sessions back-to-back simply because they are available.

If your ticket includes After Glow, plan enough energy for the evening celebration rather than exhausting yourself before dinner.

Check A Chalet availability for October 2–4.

Sunday: Hike, Yoga, and Brunch

Visitors with a Sunday ticket can end the weekend with the special hike, yoga, and brunch experience currently scheduled for 11:00 AM.

The live ticket page says detailed location information is provided after purchase, so use your ticket confirmation rather than assuming the entire Sunday program stays directly beside the Performing Arts Center.

After brunch, return to your cabin if your booking schedule allows or begin a relaxed trip home.

Where to Stay for Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026

Because the festival’s primary venues are in Big Bear Lake, an A Chalet cabin in Big Bear Lake is the most natural lodging choice. Big Bear City can also work well if a particular cabin better suits your group.

For a smaller wellness getaway, Dream Lake Cabin is currently listed in Big Bear Lake for up to four guests, with two bedrooms and one bathroom. Its current listing verifies a kitchen, Wi-Fi, outdoor grill, pet-friendly accommodations, and suitability for children.

For a larger group, Conklin Canopy is currently listed in Big Bear Lake with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and sleeping space for up to eight guests. Verified amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, game room, Wi-Fi, secure deck, barbecue, and parking for up to three vehicles.

A kitchen can be particularly useful during a wellness-focused weekend because guests can prepare breakfast before morning sessions, keep preferred snacks on hand, and return to the cabin for a quieter meal after a full day of programming.

Shared living space can also help a group unwind between classes without needing to spend the entire weekend in public venues.

Always check the current property listing before booking to verify occupancy, parking, pet policies, amenities, and house rules.

Browse current A Chalet rentals for Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026.

Tips for Booking a Big Bear Yoga Festival Weekend Cabin

Arrive Friday. If you want to attend the welcome gathering, a Friday check-in keeps the weekend from starting with a rushed evening drive.

Stay through Sunday if you are buying the weekend package. The Sunday hike, yoga, and brunch experience is part of the full three-day program.

Choose a cabin that fits your morning routine. A verified kitchen can make early breakfasts and snacks easier before festival sessions.

Check parking limits. Friend groups sometimes arrive in separate vehicles, so confirm the number of cars allowed at the property.

Review checkout timing. Sunday’s special experience begins at 11:00 AM, which may overlap with a rental’s checkout schedule. Plan accordingly.

Bring recovery time into the itinerary. You do not have to fill every available class slot. A cabin gives you somewhere comfortable to recharge between activities.

Recheck ticket details before purchase. Prices and remaining ticket tiers may change as the festival approaches.

Frequently Asked Questions

When Is Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026?

Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 runs October 2–4, 2026. Friday features a welcome gathering, Saturday is the main festival day, and Sunday includes a hike, yoga, and brunch experience.

Where Is the Main Big Bear Yoga Festival?

The main Saturday festival is at the Big Bear Lake Performing Arts Center, 39707 Big Bear Blvd., Big Bear Lake, CA 92315. Friday’s welcome event is at The Mystic Rose Studios.

What Time Does the Festival Start Saturday?

Registration opens at 8:00 AM. Vendors, Creators Village, classes, and activities begin around 9:00 AM, with programming continuing into the evening.

How Much Are Big Bear Yoga Festival Tickets?

Current options include a $149 Saturday daytime ticket, $189 Saturday ticket with After Glow, $129 Sunday hike/yoga/brunch add-on, $59 Friday welcome ticket, and $299 three-day package. Check the live ticket page because pricing and availability can change.

Are Kids Free?

Yes. Current 2026 festival information states that kids 17 and under attend Saturday free with a paid adult escort and supervision.

Do Beginners Need Yoga Experience?

No. The festival welcomes beginners and offers introductory and easier classes as well as more challenging choices for experienced practitioners.

Where Should I Stay for Big Bear Yoga Festival?

An A Chalet cabin in Big Bear Lake is the most convenient choice for the main festival venues. Big Bear City is also practical if the property better suits your group size or preferred amenities.

Check A Chalet cabins for the October 2–4 festival weekend.

Plan Your Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 Getaway With A Chalet

Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 offers three days of movement, mindfulness, music, wellness education, nature, creativity, and community in Big Bear Lake from October 2 through October 4.

The weekend begins with Friday night’s welcome gathering, expands into a full Saturday of yoga, meditation, vendors, creative experiences, outdoor sessions, and evening celebration, and concludes with Sunday’s hike, yoga, and brunch.

With programming spread across three days and some activities continuing well into Saturday evening, staying overnight makes the festival much easier to enjoy. Rather than commuting in and out of the mountains, you can arrive Friday, build your own Saturday schedule, return to a comfortable cabin after the evening program, and wake up locally for Sunday’s final experience.

A Chalet offers vacation rentals in Big Bear Lake and Big Bear City for couples, families, and groups looking for a local base throughout the festival weekend.

Browse A Chalet cabins and plan your Big Bear Yoga Festival 2026 getaway.