Event Dates
From: Thursday, March 23, 2023
To: Sunday, March 26, 2023
Ireland’s biggest and best bear event returns to Dublin each March. Four days of parties and events including the Mr Bear Ireland competition.
- Visiting Dublin? Stay on or close to Stephen’s Green, one of the best addresses in the city and close to all the best shops, bars and restaurants. Stay at the “Superb” rated Trinity Townhouse with spacious rooms and suites, located steps from the city’s top attractions.
Dublin Bear Weekend
- Bear Feile is a great mix of fun, fur and good old Irish hospitality. With a number of social opportunities, drinks, music and sightseeing, it is a great way of catching up with old friends and making some new ones.
- The event includes a traditional session of Irish Music, guest DJS, live shows, the Bear Bus, Bear Bingo and more.
- Don’t Miss the election of Mr Bear Ireland hosted by the world famous Panti Bliss!
- Stay close to all of the city’s major attractions and the Bear Feile parties at The Morgan with beautiful large rooms and a cool vibe.
The Schedule 2023
- Thursday 23rd – 5 pm, Meet and Greet at Penny Lane | 9 pm, Welcome night at Bridies Bar with DJ Gerry Moore
- Friday 24th – 5 pm, Bar Ceili at Street 66 | 9 pm, FUR at Soundhouse with DJ El Strya
- Saturday 25th – 12 pm, Bear Bus at Cook Street with Kris Kapelli | 2 pm – Bingo Disco at All my Friends | 9 pm – Mr Bear Ireland Competition with Panti at Button Factory featuring Depeche Shop Boys and DJ Corky.
- Sunday 26th – 2 pm, Niamh Kavanagh at Panti Bar with DJ Gerry Moore | 7 pm, Bear Bingo at the George.
Popular Dublin Gay Bars
- PantiBar – Open nightly, located just across the river from Temple Bar and home to Ireland’s best known drag queen.
- Street 66 – Located on Parliament Street near Dublin castle, cosy lounge bar with outdoor beer garden and dog friendly.
- Bridies Bar – Nestled in the corner of the iconic George nightclub is a piece of history. Nicknamed ‘Jurassic’ because of its mature clientele, Bridie’s Bar is the original George
- The George – The queen of all gay bars open for over a quarter of a century with two dance floors, garden area, theme nights and drag show bingo.
- Mother – Host of regular pop up block parties and one night events during holidays and long weekends.
- Euphoria – Monthly (or so) circuit style high energy party with international guest DJs.
Host Venues
- Soundhouse – Live music venue located on Eden Quay, a 10-minute walk from Dublin’s gay bars.
- Button Factory – Intimate yet bustling live music and clubbing venue in the heart of Temple bar, steps from the Bear Feile events,
Where to stay in Dublin?
The following hotels are close to the city’s busy gay bars and the Bear Feile events:
The Merrion Hotel, The Westbury Hotel, Westin Dublin, The Morrison Dublin.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
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The Merrion Hotel is our choice offering
amazing rooms in the heart of the city.
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Dublin is a compact city and the gay scene is clustered around the areas of Dublin 1 and Dublin 2, close to Templabar and Georges Street.
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Italian marble bathrooms, a restaurant with 2 Michelin stars, and an infinity pool are offered at this award-winning 5-star hotel. In Dublin’s centre, the Georgian building features beautiful landscaped gardens. Each room at The Merrion features city or garden views. Bathrobes with luxury toiletries in the bathroom. Satellite TV, a refrigerator, and a minibar.
The luxurious 5-star Westbury Hotel has spacious and sumptuously furnished bedrooms with en suite bathrooms. On Dublin’s Grafton Street, the Westbury has fantastic restaurants, a bar and a fitness suite. Each immaculate room has Sealy beds, Lissadell linen, and Aromatherapy bathroom products. LCD TVs and an iPod compatible music system.
In the heart of historic Dublin and overlooking Trinity College, the The Westin Dublin offers 5-star luxury close to Grafton Street and the Luas tramline. Set in a historic former bank, it offers spacious rooms with 49-inch HD TVs. Westin Heavenly Beds, Deluxe toiletries, cosy bathrobes, and tea/coffee in the room. Some rooms have a balcony
Fully refurbished in February 2013, The Morrison Hotel boasts a boutique interior, a musical theme, a new bar restaurant. Rooms at the stylish Morrison hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 40-inch, flat-screen smart TV, a minibar, tea and coffee making facilities and an en suite bathroom with a hairdryer. Free wired internet is available in rooms.
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Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a bar/lounge and a coffee shop/café. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk. All 120 rooms provide conveniences like electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, plus free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Guests will also find room service, hair dryers, and safes.
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café, coffee/tea in a common area, and concierge services. All 127 rooms offer free WiFi, coffee makers, and LED TVs with cable channels. Hair dryers, safes, and showers are among the other amenities
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a fitness center and a bar/lounge. Additionally, a snack bar/deli, a sauna, and a coffee shop/café are onsite. All 98 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and 24-hour room service. Guests can enjoy deep soaking tubs, and other standard amenities include refrigerators, minibars, and TVs.
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has a 24-hour fitness center and a bar/lounge. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/café, and a meeting room. All rooms are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and free bottled water. Smart TVs come with Netflix, and other amenities that guests will find include hair dryers and safes.