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Stockholm Bear Weekend 2023
Each year bears from the Nordic region and beyond gather together in Stockholm for a weekend of parties, fun and solidarity
Stockholm Bear Weekend 2023
The Stockholm Bear Weekend, “STHLM BEAR WKND” takes place each year in May and marks the beginning of the bear party season Scandinavia.
- Visiting Stockholm for the bear weekend? Stay in the trendy Södermalm district home to several gay bars and gay-friendly venues or the Gamla Stan, Old Town, one of the best-preserved medieval cities in the world.
The Bear Weekend
- Each year bears from the Nordic region and beyond gather together in Stockholm for a weekend of parties, fun and solidarity.
- The event is organised by Bears Together Sweden and Nordic Bears and they focus on creating parties and festivals for bears and friends based in Scandinavia.
- Events include a meet and greet evening, a daily pub crawl, a guided tour of Stockholm, bear parties, special dinner celebrations and a farewell brunch.
- Stay at the Hotel Frantz, WorldHotels Crafted, a 4 star hotel rated “Wonderful” by gusts with sleek design and excellent service.
The Parties
- Awaiting schdule for the next edition – use the previous year’s program as a guide:
- Thursday – Events kick off from 5 pm to 11 pm with the Release Party at Time Bar. Enjoy delicious beer and pizza and get to know your fellow bears. The party continues at Side Track from 11pm to 1am.
- Friday – Meet up in Side Track from 7pm. The main party at SLM kicks off at 8pm until 1am.
- Saturday – Enjoy the Schlager Final Party from 7pm until 1am. A dinner with large screens, Bar and Dance floor at Spice Garden.
- Sunday – The event closes with the Closing Dinner at restaurant Patricia / Bar / Dance from 7pm to 11pm.
The Venues
- Time Bar – the newest hotspot in the trendy Hornstull area with great beer, pizzas DJ and more.
- Side Track – Stockholm’s oldest gay bar with fun music, a mix of guys and reasonable prices.
- SLM – Stockholm’s biggest fetish club for men. Great sound, light, dance floor and atmosphere.
- Spice Garden – Indian Restaurant in Södermalm
- Patricia – Set on a restored navy ship, this longtime upscale eatery is known for its steak & seafood dinners. Fun venue!
Nordic Bears
Nordic Bears is an initiative to coordinate, strengthen and promote Bear culture and community in the Nordic region and beyond! The idea is to connect local Nordic Bear groups and associations so that they can work together and help create the feeling of community within and between the Nordic countries and beyond.
Where to stay in Stockholm?
The following Stockholm hotels are close to the city’s top attractions and the bear parties:
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Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
Hotel Skeppsholmen We stay here when
in Stockholm, Breakfast on the terrace
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Stockholm Bear Weekend Facebook
Gay Map of Stockholm
Being gay is such a non-issue in Sweden that Stockholm doesn’t really have a “gay area” — the gay clubs are everywhere, and gay restaurants and coffee shops are dispersed throughout downtown, old town, and even the suburbs.
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Nobis Hotel
5 Star, Luxury
Nobis Hotel is housed in two stylish 19th-century buildings on Norrmalmstorg Square, in the middle of Stockholm’s main shopping district. It offers luxurious rooms with free WiFi access. All rooms at Nobis feature modern décor, climate control, a flat-screen cable TV and marble bathrooms. Restaurant Noi serves modern dishes with influences from all over Europe in an elegant setting
Nordic Light Hotel
4 Star, Readers Choice
This sleek design hotel is just 100 m from the Arlanda Airport Express Train at Stockholm Central Station. It offers modern rooms with free WiFi and tea/coffee facilities. All rooms at Nordic Light Hotel have a laptop-sized safe and satellite TV. The luxury beds are by Swedish brand, Anders Hilding. Bathrooms include quality toiletries.
Berns Boutique Hotel
4 Star, Great Value
Berns Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel from 1863, situated next to Nybrokajen Harbour in central Stockholm. The iconic building features a historic dining hall, several bars and a lobby shop. Just around the corner, guests will find Stureplan which is one of Stockholm’s most luxurious shopping and nightlife areas. The Old Town and the Royal Palace are just a few minutes walk away.
Radisson Blu
4 Star, Location
This hotel is situated beside Central Station. Guests enjoy free entrance to the gym, pool, hot tub and sauna. Breakfast is free for children under 7 years, while children up to 12 years have a discount. All the air-conditioned guest rooms at Radisson Blu Royal Viking have luxury beds and a bathtub or shower. Each room features a satellite TV and minibar.
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Hotel Rival
5 Star, Luxury
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, 3 bars/lounges, and a 24-hour business center. Free buffet breakfast. Other amenities include a coffee shop/café, valet parking, and 24-hour room service. All 99 individually decorated rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and iPod docks. LED TVs with cable channels and DVD and thoughtful touches like pillow menus and bathrobes.
NOFO Hotel
4 Star, Stylish
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and self parking. Free buffet breakfast. Other amenities include coffee/tea in a common area, concierge services, and dry cleaning. All 109 individually decorated rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Guests can appreciate conveniences like electric kettles and free tea bags/instant coffee, and other amenities include minibars and flat-screen TVs.
Hotel Frantz
4 Star, Readers Choice
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and self parking. Free buffet breakfast and free WiFi in public areas are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, dry cleaning, and a 24-hour front desk. All 48 rooms boast heated floor (bathroom) and offer free WiFi and Smart TVs. Premium bedding, rainfall showerheads, and hair dryers
Hellstens Glashus
3 Star, Modern Classic
A restaurant, a bar/lounge, and dry cleaning are available at this smoke-free hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and tour/ticket assistance. All 43 individually decorated rooms provide free WiFi, free wired Internet, and room service. Guests will also find flat-screen TVs, hair dryers, and showers.
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