The mountains of San Bernardino County are calling all classic car enthusiasts this fall! Mark your calendars for Saturday, October 3, 2026, because The Lodge at Big Bear Lake is transforming into the ultimate playground for vintage Volkswagen lovers.
Presented by the Volksstyle Car Club and Black Sunday Aircooled, the annual Big Bair Takeover 2026 rolls out from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at 40650 Village Drive. It promises a spectacular day of automotive nostalgia, alpine scenery, and unbeatable community vibes.
🚙 EVENT AT A GLANCE
📅 Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Location: The Lodge at Big Bear Lake (40650 Village Dr, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315)
✨ Features: Show cars, Vendor booths, Live music, Family-friendly fun
A Paradise for Vintage VW Enthusiasts
Whether you are a lifelong collector or just love the timeless charm of air-cooled engines, this event has something to make everyone smile. The beautiful lakeside resort backdrop will be packed with meticulously restored and custom vehicles, including:
- Classic Bugs: Gleaming Beetles showcasing everything from pristine factory restorations to radical custom builds.
- Vintage Type 2 Buses: Iconic split-screen and bay-window campers that instantly bring back the spirit of the road trip era.
- Rare Air-Cooled Gems: Unique Karmann Ghias, Squarebacks, and custom builds celebrating vintage engineering.
More Than Just a Car Show
The Big Bair Takeover is built for the whole family. Beyond the rows of stunning cars, attendees can explore a bustling variety of local vendor booths, enjoy live music performances, and soak in the positive energy of the Southern California VW community. Kids and families can also join in on special activities, including highly competitive and fun pedal car races!
Win Big: The Turn-Key Engine Raffle!
If checking out rows of beautiful cars wasn’t enough excitement, Black Sunday Aircooled is cranking up the stakes this year. Attendees will have the incredible opportunity to buy raffle tickets for a chance to win a completely built, turn-key 1835cc air-cooled VW engine! It is the ultimate prize to kickstart a dream restoration project or upgrade your current ride.
Admission is open to all community members and visitors looking to enjoy a crisp autumn day in the mountains. For real-time updates, roll-in details, and a sneak peek at some of the vehicles making the climb, make sure to follow the official event page on Instagram @big_bair_takeover.
Pack your lawn chairs, bring your camera, and get ready for a full day of great cars, great music, and good mountain vibes!