Event Dates
From: Saturday, October 7, 2023
To: Saturday, October 7, 2023
Bear Necessity 2023
Bear Necessity is one of the largest Bear Parties in Europe taking place during key holidays and festivals throughout the year in Amsterdam.
BN – Bear Necessity Amsterdam 2023
Bear Necessity is one of the largest Bear Parties in Europe taking place during key holidays and festivals throughout the year in Amsterdam. The party has established itself as one of Amsterdam’s most popular events attracting bears and their admirers from Amsterdam, as well as from abroad.
- Are you visiting Amsterdam? Stay in the centre of Amsterdam, close to the gay bars and clubs and take a short taxi to the host venue.
The Party
- Next Edition – 7th OctoBear 2023 with Sergio Cardoso, DJ Charly and Mike Jayy.
- Bear-Necessity returns to Panama Club Amsterdam with another sizzling edition. Their resident DJs will be on hand joined by International DJs to keep you dancing your asses off all night to the latest and deepest tech-house music.
- Club doors open at 22.00 and all are welcome to the hottest attitude free party around. This party ends at 05.00.
- Sjag Kozak, founder and promoter, launched Bear-Necessity (or simply called ‘BN’) early 2008 in Amsterdam, it’s home base. Since then BN expanded into regular parties in London & Antwerp, as well as events in Cologne, Barcelona, Madrid, Paris, Alpe d’Huez and Tel Aviv.
- Stay 2 minutes drive from the club at the Inntel Hotels Amsterdam, a 4 star hotel with beautifully decorated rooms, superb sauna and great pool.
Other Upcoming Parties
- 7th OctoBear 2023 | 2nd DecemBear 2023
- Info on the Pride Edition – August 3rd 2024
The Venue
- Bear Necessity is held at club Panama, where you will find the sexiest mix of fetish, dance and cruise all in one with a cool chill-out lounge and a horny play area.
- Panama is one of Amsterdam’s leading nightlife venues with a vast dance floor, located in a historic and atmospheric building in Amsterdam’s Oostelijk.
- Havengebied (Eastern Docklands). It can host over 1,000 guests. The venue is transformed by Damage into one of Amsterdam’s hottest, cruisiest venues.
- The Club is a seven minute drive from the centre of Amsterdam’s gay bars along Warmoesstraat.
Where to stay in Amsterdam
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Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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The Hotel Pulitzer is our editors choice
Central stylish & close to the gay bars
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Gay Map of Amsterdam
The Amsterdam gay scene is constantly changing with bars opening and closing all the time. The Regulierswarstraat has seen a resurgence of late with many new bars opening. The sex and cruising bars are close to Dam square.
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De l’Europe
5 Star – Central Location
This 5-star hotel includes a fitness area, spa and wellness facilities and a waterside terrace. Valet parking is available at an additional charge. The guest rooms and suites blend a classic design, including a Carrara marble bathroom, with contemporary amenities such as Apple TV, A Bose surround sound system and motion detecting floor lighting
NH Collection Doelen
5 Star, Readers Choice
Built in the 17th century and therefore the oldest hotel in Amsterdam. All 81 rooms are stylishly furnished with modern amenities, including air conditioning. Guests can enjoy a drink from the minibar or make a cup of coffee or tea. Each room is also provided with a work desk and cable TV.
Albus Hotel Amsterdam
4 Star – Great Amenities
This environmentally friendly hotel with Green Key Gold certification offers 75 rooms, all equipped with a Nespresso® machine. bathrooms has luxurious soap amenities, a rain shower, an automatic lightening system and a bathrobe. The hotel makes use of an air conditioning system without CO2 emissions. Free Wi-Fi is available.
Inntel Hotel
4 Star – Perfect Location
Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Centre offers rooms with free Wi-Fi and satellite TV, just a 5-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station. It features a modern atrium breakfast room and a stylish bar. The air-conditioned rooms are modern and warmly decorated. They have a luxurious private bathroom, climate control and coffee and tea facilities.
Video Of Bear Necessity
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Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Amsterdam
Gay life in Amsterdam is woven into the fabric of the city, and there are several areas which are home to LGBTQ+-friendly businesses, each with a distinct vibe. The town welcomes gay travellers with open arms, offering a vibrant and inclusive cityscape filled with diverse nightlife, cultural treasures, and a rich history of acceptance and celebration.
Reguliersdwarsstraat | The Gay Street
Photo: Reguliersdwarsstraat is home to the city’s busiest gay bars with new additions every year.
- A vibrant street located just south of the Rembrandtplein is approximately a 10-minute walk from Dam Square.
- Reguliersdwarsstraat has a rich history of LGBTQ+ activism and was one of the first streets in Amsterdam to become known for its LGBTQ+ scene.
- The street hosts several parties during Amsterdam Pride and Kings Day.
- Find the best hotels close to Reguliersdwarsstraat.
- Discover the best things to see and do.
Amsterdam Centrum
Stay in the centre, close to Dam Square, Anne Frank House, & gay-popular Warmoesstraat part of the Red Light District.
Jordaan
Trendy, hip neighbourhood with charming streets, picturesque canals, boutique shops, art galleries, & cosy cafes
Amstel
Amstel area (Rembrandtplein) a famous square with bars, cafes, & restaurants, a 10-minute walk from the centre.
De Pijp
Bohemian neighbourhood, perfect for foodies, with international restaurants, cafes, & the famous Albert Cuyp Market.
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