Event Dates
From: Thursday, May 8, 2025
To: Sunday, May 11, 2025
Oslo Bear Weekend 2025
Oslo Bear Weekend is an annual gathering during the Pride festivities in the capital of Stockholm and brings together bears from across Scandinavia.
Oslo Bear Weekend 2025
Oslo Bear Weekend is an annual event held during the Oslo Gay Pride festivities, in the capital of Stockholm and brings together bears from across Scandinavia and beyond for a weekend of fun as the city.
- Treat yourself to the perfect bear escape in Oslo at the “Superb” rated, elegant Hotel Bristol, offering the ideal location close to all the city’s Christmas markets and steps from the famous gay party hangouts.
Oslo Bear Weekend Events
- Next Edition: Thursday 8th – Sunday 11th May, 2025.
- Oslo Bear Weekend is coordinated by “Norway Bars”.
- The group produces events across the country and the bear pride meeting is one of the highlights of the year.
- Bear Weekend features a bear stage and the Bear Pub in Pride Park.
- The bear picnic typically takes place on the weekend before the Oslo Pride celebrations.
- Oslo bears also have their own section in the parade the following weekend with a big bear party on Saturday evening.
- Bears like to gather on the Friday of the final weekend at Trappa Pub, an intimate bar where it is easy to mingle and meet your fellow bears, friends and admirers.
The Schedule
- Awaiting full program for 2025: Use the following as a guide. Expect a lively and welcoming atmosphere throughout the weekend, with plenty of opportunities to relax, socialize, and enjoy the vibrant community events.
- Stay at the “Superb” rated, elegant Hotel Bristol, offering the ideal location steps from the famous gay party hangouts.
- Meet and Greet – Kick off the weekend at Østbanehallen Jernbanetorget 1, right in the heart of Oslo. Pick up your wristbands and mingle with hosts and fellow attendees.
- Enjoy drinks in an outdoor area with music from a DJ to set the weekend vibes. Don’t forget to snap a picture with Oslo’s famous tiger statue!
- Bears Gone Wild –Join the Spring Break party featuring guest DJs Big Daddy Karsten. Enjoy a lively night with a bear-centric wet t-shirt contest.
- Cocktail Hour Head to Poppy, an LGBTQ+ owned cocktail bar, for a relaxed cocktail hour. Enjoy handcrafted cocktails and fine wines before the evening festivities.
- Pizzapalooza End the weekend on a high note with PIZZAPALOOZA at Goldie. Enjoy a daytime drag show and delicious pizzas from Digg. It’s the perfect way to wrap up the weekend with fun and tasty treats.
Sauna by the Fjord
- Saturday – Relax in one of six barrel saunas by the Oslo Fjord at SALT. Limited to 35 people, this event is a perfect way to unwind with stunning views. Make sure you have the sauna option on your weekend pass.
Spring Bear Cave
- Saturday Night – Join the special Spring edition of the popular Bear Cave party. The event takes place at SLM Oslo, the city’s famous fetish club.
Where to stay?
- Enjoy a whole weekend with bearded hot bears from Oslo and beyond as the bears get ready to party after months of hibernation.
- The best location in Oslo for gay travelers to stay, is in the compact city center, is close to all the top tourist sites and attractions of the Oslo gay scene.
Recommended Hotels in Oslo
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action:
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Thief hotel is our favourite designer
hotel when we are partying in Oslo
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Gay Map of Oslo
The vast majority of the city’s nightlife dually caters to both hetero and homosexuals, in allotted weekly club nights or in a laid-back free-for-all which is really refreshing. There’s a gay scene too, though; one accessible to every taste. Alongside British-named venues like The London and Brighton, there are bear-specific clubs, Europe’s biggest ladies’ night, and the bi-weekly chafing of Scandinavian leather man parties.
Grand Hotel, 31, Karl Johans gate, Kvadraturen, Sentrum, Oslo, 0159, Norway
Opened in 1874, Grand Hotel is located in Oslo’s city centre, only 500 m from the Royal Palace. Karl Johan high street and luxury boutiques are within a few minutes walk of the hotel. Guests enjoy free access to the WiFi. The individually designed guest rooms of Hotel Grand include a flat-screen TV. Many offer views of the quiet courtyard or Oslo’s main street, Karl Johans Gate. Eight is Grand Hotel's rooftop bar with panoramic views and an on-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy free access to Artesia spa on weekdays, provided there is free capacity.
Sonja Henies plass 3, 0185 Oslo, Norway
All stylish rooms of Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Oslo include a writing desk, satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker. Many rooms offer magnificent views of the city centre and Oslo Fjord.
The 34 Restaurant & SkyBar offers a variety of à la carte dishes as well as an extensive wine list. Chilled beers and ales are available at the casual Galway Bar.
Stortingsgata 8 0161 Oslo, Norway
Thon Hotel Cecil’s guest rooms feature a minibar and a Smart-function TV. Many include a seating area.
Free hot drinks are available in the lobby around the clock, while an assortment of snacks can be found in the vending machine. Guests have free access to an internet computer.
Øvre Slottsgate 2c, 0157 Oslo, Norway
This hotel is 3 minutes’ walk from ’s , . It offers and bright rooms with a smart TV and heated bathroom floors. Some rooms also feature tea/coffee facilities.
Park Inn by Radisson Oslo offers a daily breakfast buffet.
Dronningens Gate 12, 0152 Oslo, Norway
The apartment features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with cable channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Featuring garden and city views. Free WiFi.
Wessels gate 12, 0165 Oslo, Norway
Karl Johan Sleeps 10 and has 3 bedrooms, features free WiFi and a washing machine the apartment also offers a well-equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a microwave and a fridge, as well as a hairdryer.
Frimanns gate 26, 0165 Oslo, Norway
With a bright décor and wooden flooring throughout, each apartment at Forenom Apartments Frimannsgate have a fully equipped kitchen. The living area comes with a flat-screen TV. Private laundry facilities.
Dronningens Gate 8, 0152 Oslo, Norway
Each unit is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher,a fridge and oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hairdryer.
C. J. Hambros plass 5 0164 Oslo, Norway
Since 1979, the London pub has been the most visited gay place in Norway. Most gays, lesbians, bisexuals and curious people know the London pub and have certainly stopped by.
Nedre Slottsgate 2E, 0153 Oslo, Norway
Scandinavian Leather Men (SLM) is a men's fetish and bdsm club. 100% volunteer run
the actual entrance is around the corner behind the Irish Bar. If you are not a member you will need to pre-register your visit - see their website for details
C. J. Hambros plass 2, 0164 Oslo, Norway
Cozy gay pub, located in the alley between Cesar cafe and Oslo court house offering drag shows and quiz nights
Grønland 3, 0188 Oslo, Norway
traditional gay bar in Oslo, popular with older boys
Kristian IVs gate 12, 0164 Oslo, Norway
Oslo’s ultimate club for Gays, Dykes, Trans, Bisexuals And Queers! Of all colors, shapes and sizes
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Grand Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
Opened in 1874, Grand Hotel is located in Oslo’s city centre, only 500 m from the Royal Palace. Karl Johan high street and luxury boutiques. The individually designed guest rooms offer flat-screen TVs. A rooftop bar with panoramic views and an on-site restaurant. Guests can enjoy free access to Artesia spa on weekdays, provided there is free capacity.
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice
Located in Oslo’s bustling city centre, this 37-storey hotel features a state-of-the-art gym, a rooftop restaurant and modern rooms with free Wi-Fi. Oslo Central Station is 100 m away. All rooms include a writing desk, satellite TV and a tea/coffee maker. The 34 Restaurant & SkyBar offers a variety of à la carte dishes as well as an extensive wine list.
Thon Hotel Cecil
4 Star, Great Value
This central yet quiet hotel is next to Stortinget and Oslo’s main street, Karl Johans Gate. Guests can enjoy free WiFi internet access and a popular breakfast buffet. Thon Hotel Cecil’s guest rooms feature a minibar and a Smart-function TV. Many include a seating area. Free hot drinks are available in the lobby around the clock
Park Inn
3 Star, Location
This hotel is 3 minutes’ walk from Oslo’s main shopping street, Karl Johans Gate. It offers free WiFi and bright rooms with a smart TV and heated bathroom floors. Some rooms also feature tea/coffee facilities. Park Inn by Radisson Oslo offers a daily breakfast buffet. Staff will happily give directions or recommend local attractions.
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