Event Dates
From: Thursday, May 1, 2025
To: Monday, May 5, 2025
England’s biggest annual bear event returns from hibernation for a Spring edition in Manchester.
THE GREAT BRITISH BEAR BASH 2025
Boys, bears and lovers, hibernation is over! England’s biggest annual bear event, the annual Great British Bear Bash returns this Spring in Manchester.
- The Manchester Bears Bash takes place during one of the busiest long-weekend holidays of the year. Marking the start of the Spring/Summer season, hotels in the Canal Street area fill up fast, so book early.
The Event
- Next Edition: Thursday May 1st – Monday May 5th 2025 – Each year the bear bash changes the theme of the event.
- Great British Bear bash includes several signature parties including pub trails, Sunday Brunch, Beareoke, Cabaret shows, Sunday Service and an epic bear sauna party.
- Don’t miss the DILF Anniversary Party on the Friday night of the weekend at The Eagle. Another of our favorites is Saturday’s Queens afternoon Tea at Richmond Tea Rooms.
- Stay close to all the events at the Leven Manchester, rated “Exceptional” by guests with modern decor, a bustling hotel bar and perfect location.
The Venues
- Rem Bar – Classic modern decor, electric blue lighting with a dark and cruisy atmosphere. Popular with bears and men in leather.
- Cockatoo Club – Fun, warm & welcoming Cocktail & Cabaret Bar for all backgrounds. Unique Cocktails, Quiz Nights, DJs, Drag Queens, Live Music, Comedy and cocktails.
- The Eagle Manchester – Lively gay scene bar in an industrial basement setting, hosting DJs and drag shows.
- Basement Manchester – Large gay sauna in Manchester occupying the entire basement level of an old Victorian Mill.
- Sub 101 – Gay nightclub within an old warehouse, playing commercial sounds and cutting-edge dance/house.
- Cruz 101 – Cruz 101 (better known simply as Cruz) is a nightclub and music venue situated in Manchester’s Gay Village which is centred on Canal Street
Where to stay during Manchester’s Great British Bear Bash?
Hotels in the gay district tend to fill up fast. Check out these deals on the top hotels close to Canal Street.
The following Manchester Hotels are all close to the gay bars and have high review ratings:
Hotel Gotham, ABode Manchester, Velvet Hotel, Motel One Manchester
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Radisson Blau, this 5-star hotel is
less than 10 minutes to the Gay Village.
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100 King St, Manchester M2 4WU, UK
Located in the centre of
, Hotel Gotham is a 3-minute walk from Manchester Arndale Shopping Centre. It offers a and free WiFi.Serviced by a lift, all rooms and suites are air-conditioned and feature a telephone, a flat-screen TV and facilities for making coffee and tea. The bathroom is complete with free toiletries, slippers and a bath or
. A hairdryer and bathrobes are also provided.107 Piccadilly Manchester M1 2DB, UK
In the heart of the city, ABode Manchester is a splendid 19th-century
with free Wi-Fi access and an award-winning restaurant. is 3 minutes’ walk away.ABode Manchester’s double-glazed rooms offer monsoon showers and luxury toiletries. Guests can also enjoy an LCD TV with a
, and free internet.2 Canal St Manchester M1 3HE, UK
Boasting stunning rooms with contemporary décor, Velvet Hotel is on central Manchester’s vibrant Canal Street and a 5-minute walk from Piccadilly Rail Station.
All rooms enjoy elegant furnishings and offer a flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. The modern bathrooms are equipped with steam-free mirrors and luxury toiletries. Each room also includes a fully-stocked minibar and hospitality tray.
34 London Rd Manchester M1 2PF, UK
Motel One Manchester-Piccadilly is
a 5-minute walk from , offering a central-city , and use of on-site bar One .The hotel offers rooms with an en-suite shower, flat-screen TV and a portable desk. The lounge and bar area serves a
, and has a selection of snacks and drinks are available.36 George St, Manchester M1 4HN, UK
All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, a microwave, a fridge and an oven. A toaster is also provided, as well as a kettle and a coffee machine.
1 Canal St, Manchester M1, UK
This apartment includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. with free WiFi, 300 m from Canal Street close to the gay nightlife and bars
6 Minshull St, Manchester M1 3ED, UK
Inside, the apartments feature a satellite TV, a seating area, and a bathroom with Luxury accessories, bathrobes and slippers. They also include a stylish, fully-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. Guests have free access to the on-site fitness suite.
74, Manchester, M1 6JD, United Kingdom
The units come with parquet floors and feature a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area, a Smart TV with easy media streaming, and a private bathroom with bath or shower and free toiletries. A microwave with grill function and kettle are also offered.
107 Princess Street Manchester, UK
Alert! is Manchester’s biggest and longest running monthly gay fetish night for those who prefer their clubbing with a bit more sleaze. With music provided by our resigent DJ’s, and a range of guest DJs through the year, Alert! provides a safe, inclusive environment with plenty of dark spaces for you to explore your perversions.
15 Bloom Street Manchester, UK
The Northwest's Premier Male Only Gay Bar
46 Canal Street Manchester, UK
Award winning LGBTQ+ bar in the heart of the Manchester Gay Village
A versatile venue offering everything from up to the minute sounds to bespoke cocktail menu & fantastic food.
35 Bloom Street Manchester, UK
Manchester's oldest gay bar If it's quality, style and entertainment you’re looking for then look no further as Napoleons offer three floors
51 Bloom Street Manchester, UK
Hidden in the backstreets of Canal St, Centre Stage is a little gem of a Dive Bar! Serving up Camp Cabaret & Nostalgia. Come take a trip down memory lane.
29 Bloom St Manchester, UK
Your Number one Destination Gay Friendly Pub In The Heart of Manchester’s Gay Village
34 Canal Street Manchester, UK
OSCARS is a gay intimate theatre style bar, showing classic and modern musical film clips, in glamorous surroundings. Offering a warm welcome
37 Chorlton Street Manchester, U.K
Gay venue in the heart of Manchesters famous Canal Street Village. Entertainments, DJs, Cocktails/Wines, Shots, Coffee.
111 Princess Street Manchester, U.K
Hotel and Show bar with a fun and lively atmosphere, awesome DJs, karaoke, drag cabaret and theme nights.
10 Canal Street Manchester, UK
Bar Pop offers great deals on drinks and shots which attract a younger, student crowd
94 Bloom Street Manchester, UK
New York New York is located in the heart of Manchester's famous gay village, we are known for our safe, friendly and welcoming space.
29 Richmond Street Manchester, U.K
Friendly little back street oasis in the heart of Manchester Gay Village, over 60 gins stocked for all you gin lovers
33 Sackville Street Manchester U.K
Canal Street's original and best-loved gay men's bar. Back to its best with regular live entertainment, horny guys & great atmosphere.
28 Canal Street Manchester, U.K
28 Richmond Street Manchester, U.K.
Manchester's longest running men-only bar. A late bar located in the vibrant and wonderful gay village in Manchester. We have men only nights and unisex nights, and we have happy hour offers late into the evening!
50 Sackville Street Manchester, U.K.
Manchester's only New York Loft Style gay Bar and Club on the edge of the Gay Village,
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