Event Dates
From: Sunday, July 9, 2023
To: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Celebrate the 10th anniversary of BearMania, the annual bear circuit party during PTown’s world-famous bear week.
- Are you looking for the perfect stay in Provincetown? Consider the “Superb” rated Provincetown Hotel at Gabriels with an ideal location, high-end amenities and spacious rooms.
The Parties
Prepare to dance your bear socks off at some of Provincetown’s legendary venues as Bearmania brings the biggest parties, DJs, dancers and performers for a Summer event to remember.
- Sunday: VAULT XL – DJ Nita @ CROWN + ANCHOR
The Vault is a brooding gay cruise club in Provincetown’s bustling West End area. This is where you’ll find leather-clad men in dark corners as adult videos play on the TV.
- Monday: HOT FOR YOU (NYC) – DJ Will Automagic @ UNDERGROUND
Hot For You is a backroom disco for the gay family featuring the famous Steve Fabus.
- Tuesday: HARDER (NYC) – DJ Keenan Orr @ CROWN + ANCHOR
HARDER is a monthly dance party in NYC and regularly in SF, Chicago and other cities featuring the top underground DJs from NYC and beyond
- Wednesday: FAGBASH (Ptown) – CARRY NATION @ RED ROOM
FAG BASH is a collection of misfits stationed in Provincetown, MA, who bring nightlife reminiscent of real nightlife to the town every Wednesday.
- Thursday (day): POOL INTENTIONS – DJ Sindri @ CROWN + ANCHOR
The perfect pool party mid-week during Bearmania, cool off and prepare for the coming onslaught!
- Thursday: POLYGLAMOROUS (SF) @ RED ROOM
Polyglamorous is a regular fabulous dance-your-face-off party in San Francisco. Fabulous people, outfits and music.
- Friday: HORSE MEAT DISCO (London) @ CROWN + ANCHOR
Horse Meat Disco is a byword for a Sunday night in London and resuscitated the original dance music genre onto the world stage.
- LIVE SHOWS (ticketed separately):
Tuesday: MAN ON MAN @ RED ROOM 8:30 pm & Thursday: CHRISTEENE @ RED ROOM 8:30 pmThe Venues
- The Red Room At Velvet – One of PTowns busier nightclubs and hosts several theme nights, including the exceptional Underwear party. Located at 258 Commercial St.
- Crown and Anchor: – Along the town’s main street, the lively inn and gay entertainment complex host some of the season’s biggest parties.
- The Underground – This place has the ultimate relaxed vibe. Great shooters menu, an extensive tap list (including ciders for GF), a divey joint with pool tables, ping pong, and air hockey. Most nights in the summertime, a DJ spins the decks.
- Enjoy the “suite life” at the Benchmark Inn, rated “Exceptional by guests, with stunning views, delicious homemade breakfast treats and located right in the middle of downtown PTown.
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Provincetown itself has two main drags, Commercial Street and Bradford Street. P’town can be divided into three sections, the quiet and peaceful West End, the bustling downtown center, and the East End, which has a number of galleries and guesthouses.
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This Provincetown property features rooms equipped with refrigerators and free Wi-Fi. The Pilgrim Monument and Park are within a 10-minute walk of the property. Rooms are uniquely decorated and with large windows and balconies at the Anchor Inn Beach House. The rooms have antique-style furnishings and white bedding.
The Beaconlight Guest House features rooms with an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player, and a refrigerator. The rooms are furnished with bright colors and inviting décor, and offer plush bathrobes. Guests can relax in the on-site outdoor hot tub or enjoy the summertime flower gardens
Located in the heart of Provincetown’s art gallery district, the historic Inn at Cook Street was originally built in 1836. It features unique, individually decorated guest rooms & serves a daily hot breakfast. Each guest room is decorated with original local artwork & offers antique furnishings. A flat-screen TV & en suite bathroom
located in the heart of Provincetown, Massachussets, boasts a large courtyard and gardens as well as free WiFi access. Every room at The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s features a a cable TV. Many rooms have a fireplace. They are uniquely decorated in warm colours, plush bedding, and wood furnishings. Select rooms offer a balcony.
Snippets of the Wonderful bear week in Provincetown, Massachusetts
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Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Free cooked-to-order breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a coffee shop/café, and a sauna are onsite. All rooms feature LED TVs with cable channels, free WiFi. Guests will also find minibars, room service, and premium bedding.
Along with a full-service spa, this smoke-free guesthouse has a restaurant and a nightclub. Free buffet breakfast is provided, as well as free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and a free beach shuttle. Other amenities include a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and coffee/tea in a common area. All rooms are soundproofed and offer free WiFi and safes, flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, coffee makers.
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 3 bars/lounges, and a conference center. Other amenities include self parking, coffee/tea in a common area, and a meeting room. All 19 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and room service. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find flat-screen TVs with cable channels, and other amenities include premium bedding and coffee makers.
Along with a microwave in a common area, this bed & breakfast has a computer station and express check-out. Free continental breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Additionally, a garden, barbecue grills, and a picnic area are onsite. All 8 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Comforts include Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters