Event Dates
From: Sunday, January 25, 2026
To: Sunday, February 1, 2026
Beef Dip Puerto Vallarta will welcome thousands of bears and their admirers for 7 days of partying, bar tours, bear cruises, dinners and circuit parties.
Thousands of bears and their admirers will descend upon Mexico’s top gay destination, for Beefdip Puerto Vallarta, 7 days of partying, bar tours, bear cruises, dinners and circuit parties.
The Event
- Sunday January 25th – Sunday February 1st 2026 – The original bear week in Puerto Vallarta, attraction thousands of bears to the beach town and host of several pool parties, theme nights, the world-famous bear boat party and more.
Last Minute Hotels
Puerto Vallarta hotels sell out for this event. The following hotels have some of the best amenities and are located close to all the parties.
- Grand Miramar – Luxury suites and superb facilities. Less than 1km from the centre.
- Olas Altas Suites – Perfect location, great suites and friendly service. 600 metres from the centre.
- Casa Isabel – 4 Star boutique hotel, large rooms and beach views. 700 metres from the centre.
Apartment & Condo Rental
- Apartment and condo rentals in the gay district / Romantic Zone are a very popular option, especially during the bear week events. Check out the top rentals on VRBO and book with confidence.
The Different Bear Weeks explained.
- Beefdip was the original bear week and will continue with its events in Blue Chairs, Studs Bar and Paco’s Ranch.
- Mantamar host their own bear event in their pool party/beach area which includes daily pool parties with international bear-circuit parties and guest DJs. (previously Mantamar hosted the Beefdip pool events)
- Industry Night Club hosts Bear Fest a series of late-night parties each night during the celebrations.
- Bearadise is famous for their one off parties in Industry, a series of secluded island excursions and nightly events in Beefcakes.
- Note: Typically, all events fall within the last week of January and the first week of February.
Beefdip Puerto Vallarta Party Highlights
- Beefdip Puerto Vallarta has a pretty set routine of parties and events. Events typically kick off early in the with pool parties from around 11am, followed by afternoon optional activities such as the zip line or boat tours.
- Evenings are spent between the rooftop bar at BlueChairs followed by drinks at Los Amigos and late night partying at CC Slaughters.
- Don’t miss the Beef Dip Theme party nights, especially the Black Ball and the White Party. Other notable events include the dinner the meet-ups at Los Amigos bar.
- Finally, The BeefDip Booze Cruise followed by a special beach lunch is always a sell out success on Friday Feb 2nd, 2024.
- Check out our insider gay guide to Puerto Vallarta for the top places to stay, plan, dine and explore.
The Pool Parties
Date & Time Description Venue Monday 26th January 2026 – 12pm-6pm Foam Pool Party with DJ Division 4 playing upbeat remixes. Blue Chairs Resort Tuesday 27th January 2026 – 11am-7pm Splash! Classic Anthems with DJ Giaco. Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta Wednesday 28th January 2026 – 11am-7pm Aquabear daytime pool session with DJ Giaco. Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta Thursday 29th January 2026 – 12pm-6pm Tidal Wave fundraising pool party with DJ Division 4. Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta Friday 30th January 2026 – 12pm-6pm Mad.Bear Foam Pool Party with DJs Benjamin Koll and Nalgaroth. Blue Chairs Resort Saturday 31st January 2026 – 11am-7pm Wet & Wild Pool and Beach Day with DJ Giaco. Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta Sunday 1st February 2026 – 11am-7pm Hydrate Pool Party with relaxed recovery vibe. Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta
- Pool parties take place at the Hotel Delfin Puerto Vallarta (Previously known as San Marino Hotel), with a great location close to the gay bars and just 50 metres from the beach.
Special Events at Blue Chairs
Date & Time Party Description Saturday 24th January 2026 – 9pm Pre-Party Warm-up rooftop welcome event for early arrivals. Sunday 25th January 2026 – 3pm-midnight Welcome Party Opening rooftop celebration with DJ Giaco and drag shows. Tuesday 27th January 2026 – 9:30pm Bearaoke Karaoke night with crowd participation and prizes. Thursday 29th January 2026 – 7pm-1am Jungle Lust Neon Beach Party Glow-themed beach party with drummers, fire dancers and DJ Matt Consola. Thursday 29th January 2026 – 8pm-10pm Papa Dirk Rooftop Cigar Social Cigar meet-up hosted by Papa Dirk at the rooftop bar. Disco Nights at CC Slaughters
Date & Time Party Description & Dress Code Monday 26th January 2026 – 10pm-5am Disco InFURno Disco and classic house night with DJ Benjamin Koll. Suggested look: retro or furry accessories. Tuesday 27th January 2026 – 10pm-5am Hellfire Red Ball Late-night event with DJ Division 4. Dress code: red and orange tones. Wednesday 28th January 2026 – 10pm White Party Signature mid-week event with DJ Tracy Young. Dress code: white and silver. Friday 30th January 2026 – 10pm Wonderbear Super Heroes Party Comic-inspired night with DJ Chris Cox. Dress code: superhero or costume-friendly. Saturday 31st January 2026 – 10pm The Black Ball Leather and fetish night with DJ Jose Spinnin Cortes. Dress code: black, harness, gear. Sunday 1st February 2026 – 10pm Sweat: Underwear & Jockstrap Party Closing event with DJ TK. Dress code: underwear, jocks, singlets. The Booze Cruise
- Friday 30th January 2026 – 9am – Become seamen for the day with snorkeling, whale watching, and special beach lunch. All-inclusive. 9 AM-Departure at 9:45 AM @ The Pier by San Marino Hotel.
- All aboard and become seamen for the day! Enjoy the most beautiful views of Puerto Vallarta from Bandera’s bay and take off on a days adventure with snorkeling, whale watching and swimming and special beach lunch with bears from around the world.
- All food and drinks are included (on the boat).
Other Activities
Date & Time Name Description Wednesday 28th January 2026 – 10am Bears On Line Zipline adventure through Canopy River with group runs and photo stops. Thursday 29th January 2026 – 10am BeefDip On All 4’s ATV Tour Off-road ATV ride through the Sierra Madre with guided trails and scenic routes. The Venues
- CC Slaughters – Energetic gay club with disco balls, a big dance floor & an adjacent lounge serving food & martinis. Offering 2 bars a dance floor and a stage with regular drag shows, the live DJs keep you dancing till the sun comes up, fun and friendly always busy from about 2am.
- Blue Chairs – A once shining star in Puerto Vallarta, the hotel has seen better days, but it is still a popular venue, especially the rooftop bar, offering amazing views of the gay beach and beyond. Fun shows too.
Recommended hotels in Puerto Vallarta
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action,
Hacienda Alemana – Hotel Amaca – Shores Beach Hotel – Almar Resort
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Shores Beach Hotel is where our editors
stay when in Puerto Vallarta.
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Address: Callejón de la Igualdad 129, Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Pino Suárez 583, Zona Romántica, Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Insurgentes 108, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Olas Altas 439 Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Rodolfo Gómez 157 Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 341, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: IBasilio Badillo 330, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Ignacio L. Vallarta 228-Int. 14, Zona Romántica Puerto Vallarta,
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Address: Calle 1 Púlpito 115. Col. Emiliano Zapata, Amapas, 48380
Address: Basilio Badillo 258, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Basilio Badillo 339 Zona Romántica, Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Malecón 1, Playa Los Muertos, Col. Amapas, 48399
Address: Malecón 177, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Insurgentes, Basilio Badillo 330-B, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Malecón 4, 48399 Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco, Mexico
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 312 Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Olas Altas 443, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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