Event Dates
From: Thursday, February 27, 2025
To: Monday, March 3, 2025
The Palm Springs International Bear Convergence is the premier winter event for Bears & admirers in Palm Springs, California.
The international Bear Convergence (IBC) is the premier winter event for Bears in Palm Springs, California, welcoming thousands of frisky, bears, muscle bears, cubs, chasers, chubs, admirers & their fans to have the time of their lives! The four-day event comes to life with DJs, live entertainment, and thousands of bears from around the globe.
The host hotel, the Hotel Zoso fills up fast. The following hotels are close by and have some availability, but don’t wait, book as soon as possible:
- Best Western Plus Las Brisas – 3 minutes walk from host hotel – 3 star with great location, on site pool and gym.
- Renaissance Palm Springs – 3 minutes drive from host hotel – 4 star complete with large outdoor pool area and sun deck.
- 7 springs and suites – 3 minutes drive from host hotel – Relaxed 3 star hotel with spacious rooms, pool and friendly staff.
- Kimpton Rowan Palm Springs – 1 minute walk from host hotel – Sublime 4 star hotel with stunning pool and high end room amenities.
Palm Springs in February
- Next Edition: Thursday 27th February – Monday 3rd March, 2025 – Known for its crystal blue skies and year-round sunshine, Palm Springs is the perfect holiday weekend destination and one of the only US cities that boasts an average temperature of 70 degrees (22 Celsius) in February.
IBC 2025 Events
- Awaiting full schedule of parties for the 2025 edition.
- During the day kick back and enjoy pool parties with music provided by world renown DJ’s at the fabulous Hotel ZOSO pool, the host hotel.
- With multiple bars, cabanas, outdoor lounge areas, and sun deck area overlooking the action at the pool.
- After the sun goes down, evenings will heat up with high-energy dance parties, drag shows, & comedy shows.
- Events include the Plunge Pool Party, The Retro Pool Party, The Hungry Bear Drag Brunch and the Redemption Party.
- Check out our gay guide to Palm Springs for the best places to dine, stay and play.
Other Circuit Parties
- IBC weekend has morphed into a mega-bear-weekend with several Palm Springs hot spots hosting unofficial parties and events including:
- Chill Bar Presents – One of Palm Springs most popular venues. Hosts the Dirty Disco Party, Bear Block Parties and other events.
- Megawoof – The daddy of all bear events takes over The Barracks with guest DJs and sexy bear gogos.
- Furball – The Furball Fetish & Gear event is the one of the hottest bear events held in Palm Springs.
- Tuff – Leather and muscle party, direct from LA with guest DJs and sexy gogos.
Where to stay?
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action:
Andreas Hotel & Spa, Hilton Palm Springs, Alcazar Palm Springs, Casa Cody
For more information check out our guide to gay Palm Springs for the best places to dine and party!
Hotels Fill up Fast so plan early!
Book now and on pay arrival.
The Colony Palms is charming & has a
great pool, offers great value for money.
For further information and advice on
The IBC, take a look at the Website
Palm Springs has a number of gay bars and clubs most of which are located around Canyon Drive in down town area.
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Palm Springs, an oasis in the California desert, has long been an LGBTQ+ haven, drawing visitors with its warm climate, iconic mid-century architecture, and welcoming vibe. Many neighbourhoods have a significant gay presence, but Arenas Road is undeniably the heart of the city’s gay scene.
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