Event Dates
From: Thursday, November 19, 2026
To: Sunday, November 22, 2026
Brawny Bear is the hottest early season meet-up for boys and bears, held on the weekend before Thanskgiving in Puerto Vallarta.
Get ready to kick off Thanksgiving Week in Puerto Vallarta with one big bear party to remember.
- Visiting Puerto Vallarta for Thanksgiving? Stay close to the gay bars and clubs in the Zona Romantica, Our readers love Casa Isabel, a 4 Star boutique hotel, large rooms and beach views. 700 metres from the centre.
The Weekend
- Next Edition: Thursday, November 19, 2026 to Sunday, November 22, 2026.
- Brian Kent Productions and Mantamar Beach Club join forces to bring you an epic Weekend you won’t soon forget!
- Experience the Brawny Bear Weekend spanning over four days and featuring ten international DJs at two stunning venues.
- Prepare yourself for mind blowing sunsets, amazing music, bears of all shapes, colors and sizes and lazing on the dazzling sandy beaches.
- Stay at the Grand Miramar – Luxury suites and superb facilities. Less than 1km from the centre.
Schedule and Lineup
Date & Time Event Venue Thursday 19th November 2026 12 pm to 8 pm Brawny Bear Pool Party Mantamar Beach Club – Opening pool party with DJs James Anthony and Hoolio K’Macho. 9 pm to 2 am Gear Night Meet & Greet One Six One PV – Leather and fetish gear welcome for a social night with live DJ house music, an indoor lounge and a two-level rooftop. Free entry. Friday 20th November 2026 12 pm to 8 pm Brawny Bear Pool Party Mantamar Beach Club – Friday pool session with DJs Brett Oosterhaus and Hoolio K’Macho. 11 pm to 4 am Brawny Bear Underwear Night Industry Nightclub – DJs Brady Prince, Diego Alvarez and Luis Vasquez. Clothes check available. Saturday 21st November 2026 12 pm to 8 pm Brawny Bear Pool Party Mantamar Beach Club – DJs Matt Suave and Hoolio K’Macho, with poolside performers and a pop-up shop. The Pool Parties
- Mantamar hosts the daytime programme on Playa Los Muertos, with sessions running from noon to 8 pm.
- Thursday opens with James Anthony and Hoolio K’Macho, giving arriving visitors their first chance to meet the weekend crowd.
- Friday features Brett Oosterhaus and Hoolio K’Macho for an afternoon of high-energy poolside music.
- Saturday brings Matt Suave and Hoolio K’Macho, with poolside performers and a pop-up shop.
- Sunday’s daytime admission includes the sunset beach session. The separate beach-party start time has not yet been confirmed.
- Pack swimwear for the pool sessions and leave time for dinner and a change before the club nights.
- Almar Resort – The most convenient choice for a Mantamar-focused stay. Check your room package and event-entry terms separately rather than treating a hotel reservation as a weekend pass.
Gear Night Meet & Greet
- Thursday’s opening social takes place at One Six One PV from 9 pm to 2 am.
- Wear leather or fetish gear and meet fellow visitors over cocktails and live DJ house music.
- The venue offers an indoor lounge and a two-level rooftop, giving you space to move between the music and conversation.
- Entry is free.
The Industry Parties
- Industry hosts the nighttime programme on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, from 11 pm to 4 am.
- Friday is Underwear Night, featuring Brady Prince, Diego Alvarez and Luis Vasquez.
- Clothes check is available for Friday’s party, so you can arrive dressed and change at the venue.
- Saturday and Sunday complete the club programme; their individual themes and DJ details remain awaiting confirmation.
- Book your accommodation through Monday if you plan to attend Sunday’s final session.
Mantamar Beach Club
- Mantamar occupies a beachfront setting on Playa Los Muertos, with pool areas, beach seating, cabanas and food and cocktail service.
- The layout centres the daytime action around the water, with places beside the beach for groups who prefer a reserved base.
- Enjoy social afternoon that moves between swimming, drinks and DJ sets, followed by Sunday’s sunset beach session.
One Six One PV
- One Six One brings a lounge setting to Thursday’s opening night, with upholstered seating, curated art and a sculptural tree feature.
- The indoor space suits cocktails and conversation, with an open-air patio and two-level rooftop offering a change of setting.
- House music connects the spaces, making it a good venue for meeting people before the larger pool and club sessions.
- Located in the Romantic Zone, it works easily with dinner nearby before the meet-and-greet.
Industry Nightclub
- Industry provides the weekend’s main late-night setting in the Romantic Zone.
- Recently renovated and expanded, with large LED screens, a powerful sound system and a separate chill-out lounge.
- Friday’s underwear format brings a different mood from the daytime parties, with clothes check available at the venue.
Before the Party
- One Six One – A cocktail stop with a furnished lounge, art, a sculptural tree feature, an open-air patio and a two-level rooftop. Choose it for conversation and house music before the club. It is a bar recommendation, not a confirmed Brawny Bear programme venue.
- STUDS Bear & Leather Bar – A natural stop for the bear and gear crowd on Basilio Badillo. Check its November calendar for admission and special-event arrangements; its events have separate organisers and tickets.
- Have dinner in the Romantic Zone between the pool session and the club. Staying nearby makes it easier to shower, change and head back out without a long transfer.
Where to Stay
Choose the Romantic Zone for the best balance of beach access, restaurants and gay nightlife. The Los Muertos end suits daytime partygoers; a more central address suits travellers planning several bar stops each night.
Check the precise entrance and route before booking a hillside property in Amapas. A sea-view address can involve slopes or steps, so allow for taxis if you prefer to avoid the climb after a long night.
Our Hotel Picks
- Vallarta Shores Beach Hotel – Beachfront suites with kitchens and living space. A good choice for friends sharing or travellers extending their trip; layouts vary, so select the suite that fits your group.
- Olas Altas Suites – Self-catering suites one block from Los Muertos Beach, close to restaurants and bars. Choose a balcony category if outdoor space matters; smaller interior-view suites offer a different experience.
- Joint Boutique Hotel – A central option by the Río Cuale with coworking facilities. Suits visitors combining the weekend with remote work and time exploring town. Check room category, window and view details before booking.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Shores Beach Hotel is where our editors
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Address: Amapas 380, Zona Romántica, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Malecón 400, Zona Romántica, Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
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: Venustiano Carranza 493, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 258, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Púlpito 142 Amapas, 48399 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Ignacio L. Vallarta 228-Int. 14, Zona Romántica Puerto Vallarta,
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 263 Emiliano Zapata, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 361, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata
Address: Calle 1 Púlpito 115. Col. Emiliano Zapata, Amapas, 48380
Address: Basilio Badillo 258, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Francisca Rodríguez 136, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 315a, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 315b, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Manuel M. Diéguez 315c, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Calle Francisco I. Madero 388 Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Basilio Badillo 329, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Basilio Badillo 283, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 268A, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata
Address: Basilio Badillo 419, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Morelos 685, 48300 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Basilio Badillo 339 Zona Romántica, Puerto Vallarta
Address: Rodolfo Gomez 161, Puerto Vallarta
Address: Callejon de la Igualdad 214, Zona Romántica, Amapas, 48399
Address: Basilio Badillo 447, Zona Romántica, Puerto
Address: Amapas #380, Colonia Amapas, Playa Los Muertos, 48380
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
Address: Lázaro Cárdenas 316, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Morelos 101 Centro, 48300 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Olas Altas 508, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: C. Fco. I. Madero 289, Zona Romántica, Emiliano Zapata, 48380
Address: Olas Altas 443, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
Address: Ignacio L Vallarta #237, Puerto
Address: Basilio Badillo 447a, 48380 Puerto Vallarta
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