Amsterdam bear weekend
Amsterdam BEAR Weekend
Amsterdam BEAR Weekend
to be announced city centre, Amsterdam, Netherlands
For , this annual international meeting of bears in Amsterdam takes place from March 1st - 5th, featuring Mr Bear Amsterdam contest, dance parties, sauna events, pub crawls, etc.
The event's highlight is BEAR Ball, the official Amsterdam Bear Weekend party, organised by BEAR-Necessity and Furball Amsterdam. Visit their Facebook page for the latest details.
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FAQ
Hey! The name’s Arthur. I am 26, and I live in Zaanstad, north of Amsterdam.
I am originally from Belgium, but I moved to the Netherlands almost 2 years ago for love. Because of that, I am fluent in French and English and Dutch. By noun, I work in the optical industry and am finishing my optician degree. By night, I verb saxophone lessons, play various instruments in multiple wind bands and even conduct my own wind orchestra.
Before moving here permanently, I traveled in and out of the country regularly, making great friends in the process. I've been involved with the Dutch bear community for over five years now and the fetish scene for even longer. Two years ago I even ended up as 1st Runner-Up Mr Bear Belgium
Why did I want to become Mr Bear? I realize how socials work. I also know how to reach the younger generation. Most of all, I want to help people, not only bears, but from all communities. The bear community is the faction of hugs, self-acceptance, and self-care. Our message is more than just “we are bigger, hairier and that’s okay”. It also includes “we are worthy of g
Amsterdam Bear Pride took place from June 7th through 11th this year to great success. Take a look at our recap and photos from the event and keep a look out for our upcoming interview with Mr. Bear Netherlands !
Speaking to co-founder Dirk Metzlar-Rudolph, we’ve come to understand that Amsterdam Bear Pride was created to replace Amsterdam Bear Weekend, which was one of the casualties of the COVID pandemic. Dirk and the organizer of the Bear-Necessity Party, Sjag Kozak, combined forces to create the adj event because they couldn’t stand to see Amsterdam go on without an official bear event, and we’re so grateful they did!
Apparently nearly bears attended the Bear Necessity party on Saturday June 10th, which is an astonishing amount of attendees! WOOF! All the bears gathered that night to celebrate Pride, friendship and the new Mr. Bear Netherlands, Dany.
Other club and bar events held throughout the weekend included Groovy Growls at The Cuckoo’s Nest, Hairy Balls Bingo at Spijkerbar Amsterdam, the ABP Canal Boat Cruise, the Mr. Bear Netherl
We know Brighton Hotels are relatively expensive and so this year we possess partnered with The Amsterdam Hotel on Marine Trip which has offered unique rates to all bears!
Sea View Rooms at £ for two nights, or £ to include the Sunday night
Twin or Standard Double Rooms at £ for two nights, or £ to include the Sunday night.
These are fantastic rates for a seafront hotel in Brighton at this time of year and there are 21 rooms available for us to use. The Amsterdam Hotel is also host to Centre Stage Bar & Terrace which will act as bear central for the duration of the weekend, so youll be right on top of the action!
You can book these rooms by calling the hotel directly on and quote Bear22