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New York City is where the bears are! Join the hottest bears and boys for fun in the sun, on and off the Hudson.
This June, New York City is where the bears are! Join the hottest bears and boys for fun in the sun as thousands of the hottest men in New York come to party and celebrate pride.
- Are you visiting NYC Bear Pride? Stay at the Kimpton Ink48 Hotel with 222 rooms and suites featuring loft-style ceilings and deep-soaking tubs. Each room comes with expansive views of the city.
The Events
- Urban Bears produce some of the most popular pop-up parties and events for the bears of New York.
- Enjoy unique parties, on and off the Hudson with the sexiest, furriest men and their admirers.
- Parties range from beer-busts to venue-takeovers, boat cruises and more.
- Full schedule of events for the 2024 edition to be confirmed. Use the following as a guide:
The Sunset Cruise
- Typically Saturday – BEARS AHOY! NYC Pride Sunset Party Cruise on The Hudson, 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM EDT
- Urban Bear sets sail for a sunset party cruise along the Hudson & East Rivers in celebration of NYC Pride.
- Go Go Bears & Special Performances • Cash Bar & Food Available! • VIP Deck and More!
- Pier 83 @ 42nd Street, Music & boarding begins at 7 PM, SAILS 8 PM-11PM
- Stay close to the NYC pride celebrations at The Greenwich Hotel conceived by Robert DeNiro, located in the heart of Tribeca, one of New York City’s most desirable downtown neighbourhoods.
The New York Pride Bear Blast
- Typically Sunday – Urban Bear presents NYC PRIDE BEAR BLAST @ The Brass Monkey, 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM EDT
- Join hundreds of the WORLD’S HOTTEST MEN in NYC’s Meatpacking District at the most anticipated Pride event.
- Featuring guest DJs The Brass Monkey at 55 Little West 12th Street NYC with 3 Floors of Furry Frisky Fun plus an incredible Roof Deck overlooking Hudson River Park and the newly opened Little Island.
- Hosted by Urban Bear’s Robert Valin, featuring Go-Go Bears, Cubs, Chunks and Daddies Galore plus NYC’s Best Pub-Grub with a selection of over 50 Beers from around the world.
- Stay close to the venue at The Standard, High Line New York, a 4 star hotel with amazing views and delicious breakfast.
Where to stay in New York
We have chosen hotels within walking distance of some of the gay bars, and a short taxi ride to the others.
The New York EDITION Arlo NoMad Hotel Cassa Hotel citizenM Hotel
New York Hotels are expensive
Book now and pay on arrival.
The Marlton hotel is in the heart of
Greenwich Village in the gay district.
For further information and advice on
Urban Bear New York Website
Most of the gay bars are located in the Christopher Street and Time square areas; we have found hotels closes to the gay bars in each area that have the best revues with our hotel partner Booking.com
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We have chosen hotels in New York that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
A taste of what to expect at the next Urban Bear Pride
New York City is incredibly diverse, and LGBTQ+ communities can be found throughout the city. These neighborhoods, however, are particularly renowned for their vibrant gay scenes and welcoming atmospheres. Enjoy exploring the Big Apple