Event Dates
From: Friday, October 6, 2023
To: Friday, October 6, 2023
Have the most fun all month at the San Diego Bear Night, the Number one party for bears, lovers, cubs and more
Have the most fun all month at the San Diego Bear Night, the Number one party for bears, lovers, cubs and more.
- Are you visiting San Diego? Stay close to the heart of gay life in Hillcrest, the city’s gay neighbourhood and home to the best bars, clubs and gay-friendly restaurants.
The Party
- Next Edition – October 6th, 2023.
- Join the hottest bears at The Merrow for a nuts-to-butts night with DJ Jon Williams!
- Cruise, dance, and drink it up with the woofiest men, bears, cubs, and admirers.
- The parking lot lounge features outdoor bars, FimFims’s hot dogs, spring rolls & burgers! Coat check available.
- Bear Night starts at 9 pm and runs until 2 am.
The Venue
- The Merrow is on 1271 University Avenue, San Diego, a bar and live music venue in the heart of the Hillcrest community of San Diego.
- It’s within walking distance of many of the neighborhood’s popular gay bars, making it convenient for those who are looking to explore Hillcrest’s nightlife before heading to the party.
- Stay at WanderJaunt – North Park Apartments, rated Exceptional with spacious rooms, high-end amenities and superb decor, perfect for a weekend escape.
Pride Editions 2024
- Bear Night hosts two major circuit events during the San Diego Pride celebrations in July.
- July 12th and 13th 2024 – Subwoofer and Furrageous
Recommended Hotels in San Diego
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Pendry San Diego, Gaslamp Plaza Suites, The Westin, Inn at the Park
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 hotels with the best rates.
Solamar Hotel is a Kimpton, a great
gay-friendly chain perfect location
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The gay scene in San Diego is located mostly in the trendy Hillcrest neighborhood, just northeast of Balboa Park and a short drive or cab ride from downtown. Several others are in the districts just to the east of Hillcrest: University Heights and Normal Heights.
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We have chosen hotels in San Diego that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Pendry San Diego features a restaurant, outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre and bar and offers free WiFi. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, room service and ticket service for guests. The hotel offers a à la carte or American breakfast.
The Westin San Diego Gaslamp Quarter features a sundeck with outdoor games, spa services and a swimming pool. A 55-inch flat-screen TV each guestroom is furnished with a refrigerator and a coffee machine. A laptop safe and work desk are also provided. Eco-friendly LED and CFL lights along with solar shades
Gaslamp Plaza Suites is a historical, European-style hotel built in 1913. The original architectural design with marble walls and stairways is featured at Gaslamp Plaza Suites. Each stylish room at this hotel provides a seating area with a cable TV and a DVD player. Suites include a refrigerator, a coffee machine
This unique all-suite San Diego property is situated on the edge of Balboa Park West. It features a piano bar and elegant suites with kitchen facilities. Inn at the Park features traditional historic charm and spacious suites. Each suite includes clean white linens and a cable TV.
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