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Each year bears from the Nordic region and beyond gather together in Stockholm for a weekend of parties, fun and solidarity
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:
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
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Tegelbacken 6111 52 Stockholm, Sweden
This stylish hotel is 300 m from Stockholm Central Station and 5 minutes' walk from the Old Town. The air conditioned rooms have a flat-screen TV and a tea/coffee maker.
Sheraton Stockholm’s modern rooms also have luxury beds with soft mattresses and goose feather pillows. Free WiFi is available in all rooms and public areas. Some rooms have views of Lake Mälaren, the Old Town or Stockholm City Hall.
Guldgränd 8118 20 Stockholm, Sweden
Centrally situated between trendy Södermalm and the charming
, this modern hotel offers panoramic views of the inner city, Lake Mälaren and Hall. Relaxation options include a sauna and gym. WiFi is free.The well-equipped, stylish rooms at Hilton
feature contemporary Swedish décor, cable TV and minibar. Large windows offer lots of natural light. Most rooms provide spectacular views over Riddarfjärd Bay, the gateway to ’s stunning archipelago.Storkyrkobrinken 5111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
This
hotel is housed in a listed 15th-century building, right next to the in Stockholm’s . Metro Station is 400 m away. Guests have free access to the on-site sauna and plunge pool.All rooms at Collector’s Lady Hamilton Hotel have cable TV and a private bathroom with eco-friendly toiletries. For added historic feel, most rooms feature old paintings, antique furniture and crystal chandeliers.
Lilla Nygatan 25111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
Set in a mid 17th-century building in
’s , this charming hotel offers free WiFi and rooftop terrace views. The is 5 minutes’ walk away.'s cosy guest rooms feature Gustavian-style décor, hardwood parquet floors and decorative carpets. Each room is furnished with at least one antique object, and some also include generous work spaces and seating areas.
Lilla Nygatan 5111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
Situated in Stockholm’s picturesque
, Collector's Victory Hotel is 2 minutes’ walk from . Its uniquely decorated rooms have a flat-screen TV and heated bathroom floors.Inspired by its own maritime antique collection, the rooms at Collector’s Victory Hotel feature a naval theme. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Sven Vintappares Gränd 3111 27 Stockholm, Sweden
Housed in an early 17th-century building in the heart of Stockholm’s Old Town, Hotel Sven Vintappare offers rooms with flat-screen TVs and Gustavian-style furnishings. Västerlånggatan shopping street is 50 m away.
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Västerlånggatan 22111 29 Stockholm, Sweden
Located in a narrow 17th-century building in Stockholm’s
, Collector’s Hotel offers maritime-style rooms with cable TV and free Wi-Fi access. The hotel has a 24 hour reception.All rooms at Lord Nelson Hotel include a tiled bathroom with a shower and hairdryer. Each room has either Hästens or Dux beds and a work desk.
Stora Nygatan 13, 111 27 Stockholm, Sweden
ApartDirect Gamla Stan II offers a living room with a TV and a seating area. The fully-equipped kitchen includes both a microwave and an oven. The bright and modern bathroom comes with a shower. The rooms feature city views. Free WiFi
Prästgatan 50, 111 29 Stockholm, Sweden
A seating area, tiled stove and flat-screen TV are featured in the brightly decorated apartments at ApartDirect Gamla Stan. Kitchen facilities include a stove, fridge and a dining area. apartments includes free Wi-Fi access and a fully equipped kitchen.
Guldgränd 5, 118 20 Stockholm, Sweden
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Brunnsgränd 5, 111 30 Stockholm, Sweden
All units comprise a seating area with a sofa, a dining area, and a fully equipped kitchen with various cooking facilities, including a dishwasher, an oven, a microwave and a toaster. A fridge and stovetop are also provided, as well as a coffee machine.
Kornhamnstorg 59, 111 27 Stockholm, Sweden
Awarded twice by QX Magazine as the “Gay Place of The Year” we are one of the best gay bars in Stockholm since 2014. We welcome everyone to enjoy life and celebrate love. We stand for respect, diversity and love in all its varieties, and this is reflected in our friendly staff, and happy guests. In our cozy, colorful, and vibeful environment you can enjoy great food, and drinks accompanied with great music. Our inner garden in a real Old Town atmosphere is a unique and a quiet meeting place for everyone
Stadsgårdskajens kajplaster 152 116 45 Stockholm, Sweden
Gay venue aboard a ship, with bars, nightclub and restaurant
Långholmsgatan 15c, 117 33 Stockholm, Sweden
Gay cocktail bar offering Cocktails, drag bingo, drag Queens and dj’s
Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 18118 50 Stockholm, Sweden
Men only Leather bar, strict dress code
Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 7118 50 Stockholm, Sweden
A nice gaybar and restaurant in south central Stockholm, with great food to reasonable prices. It is the place for you to casually dine on Swedish cuisine or to just hang out and enjoy a beer. Cosy on weekdays, wild on weekends. Why not try one of our signature drinks before hitting the clubs?
Hantverkargatan 49, 112 21 Stockholm, Sweden
Gay, bi, trans or straight – all orientations and genders are welcome at Biograf Manhattan.
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Lilla Nygatan 16, 111 28 Stockholm, Sweden
Corner Club is your gay friendly neighborhood cocktail bar. We take pride in hospitality and strive to make sure your visit with us, won’t be your last. We offer a cocktail menu that changes with the seasons, awesome bar snacks, and delicious main courses from our restaurant.
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