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Woof Week
Rio Bear Week 2026
Woof Week Rio is the only official bear week in South America featuring the hottest Latin bears.
Woof Week Rio Bear Week 2026
Woof Week Rio is the only official bear week in South America featuring the hottest Latin bears, bearded guys and furry fetish lovers mixing it up with international visitors in some of the city’s most desirable locations.
- Are you visiting Rio for Bear week? Stay at the PortoBay Rio Hotel, rated “Fabulous” by guests with stunning views of the Sugarloaf, Corcovado and the Copacabana beachfront, stylish rooms and a beautiful rooftop pool.
The Event
- Next Edition – Awaiting dates.
- Woof is the ultimate Latin American bear week, held over 10 days.
- Evenings include pool parties, social events, beach days and circuit nights.
- Don’t miss the legendary pool parties and boat cruise.
- Other events include a Rio Tour and charity ball.
- Stay just steps from the beach at the Sol Ipanema Hotel offering guests sea-views, beach chairs, a modern gym and stunning pool.
The Schedule
- Full program to be announced. Use the following as a guide. Expect a week packed with parties and daytime excurisions and activities.
- Events typically kick off with a welcome party at La Cueva .
- Several theme parties with guest DJs are held throughout the week from 11 pm until late at London Underground.
- Other parties such as Grizzy are held at TAU (Av NS Copacabana, 1417)
- While the main event on Friday night WOOF takes over Espaço Rampa event centre on- Av. Reporter Nestor Moreira, 42 – Urca
- Events typically end with Barko at 2 pm.
- Discover the best places to dine, stay and play with our gay guide to Rio.
The Pool Party
- Friday – Awaiting dates – Tsunami Pool party at Ilha da Giogioa, Barra de Tijuca, from 2 pm.
Beach Days
- Daily – At Ipanema – Experience one of the world’s top beaches.
- Relax at Ooh La La, the official beach bar, with free chair and umbrella access.
- Refresh with fresh fruit caipirinhas among beautiful vistas and company.
- Discover Rio’s best gay beaches.
Recommended Hotels in Rio
Here are the Hotels we recommend that keep you close to all the action
Orla Copacabana Hotel, Rio Othon Palace, Atlantis Copacabana Hotel, Hotel Fasano
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
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Where we stay!
Windsor Miramar is the hotel our editors
love right in the heart of Copacabana
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Gay Map of Rio
Most of Rips gay bars are located in Ipanema and Copacabana. Ipanema’s gayest nightspot is on the beach block of Rua Teixeira de Melo, next to Farme.
Along Copacabana beach there is a traditionally gay-friendly area known as Bolsa, near Lido. Hustlers are pretty much part of the scene, and you should keep a good hold on your wallet
Avenida Atlântica, Copacabana, Zona Sul do Rio de Janeiro,
Located right across from the famous Copacabana Beach, the Miramar Hotel by Windsor features a green granite pool and a modern gym. Offers butler service and free WiFi. Guests can start the day with a rich breakfast. Room here comes equipped with air conditioning, a flat-screen cable TV, safe and minibar. The bathroom includes toiletries and a bathrobe.
Av. Vieira Souto, 80 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22420-002, Brazil
Boasting a rooftop pool with stunning sea views, Hotel Fasano Rio de Janeiro offers luxurious beachfront accommodations on Ipanema Beach. The property also offers a spa and wellness centre.
Elegantly decorated, rooms at this 5-star hotel feature a balcony, air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a minibar and a private bathroom with a hairdryer and a bath or shower. The spacious rooms also offer hardwood floors and high quality wood and leather furniture.
Av. Atlântica 1702Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro22021-000, Brazil
The elegant 5-star Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro offers luxurious rooms with marbled bathrooms and panoramic ocean views, located on Rio de Janeiro's Copacabana Beachfront. Services include a wellness spa and 3 gastronomic restaurants.
The spacious rooms at the Copacabana Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Rio de Janeiro are individually decorated with English antique furniture and original artworks. All offer king-size beds, free use of internet and a free pair of Havaianas flip flops. Some include private balconies with panoramic city or ocean views.
Av. Atlântica, 4122 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-002, Brazil
Facing and within 800 m from Ipanema Beach, Orla Copacabana Hotel features free WiFi, a rooftop pool and a restaurant. It offers panoramic views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and the ocean.
Rooms at Orla Copacabana display neutral colours and modern décor. They provide air conditioning, cable TV and a minibar. Some also offer scenic ocean views.
Home - Formerly The Week, is a legndary dance club and host of Rio's biggest gay circuit events.
MANSÃO L&D – Dance & Night Club
LGBT nightclub with live music, DJs, good food, spectacular drinks and much more. Located in Centro and host of regular bear parties including Papi and Growl.
R. Riachuelo, 97 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20230-010, Brazil
Heaven has taken the role as the leading large gay club in Rio that plays house/circuit music
Rua Teixeira de Melo 31 Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro 22410-010, Brazil
A gay night club focused on DIVERSITY and INCLUSION.
For 23 years in the heart of Ipanema, we've been proud to be one of the main meeting points of the gay community
Very busy little gay club with 2 bars
R. Rodolfo Dantas, 16 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22020-040, Brazil
Gay bar with drag shows
R. Teixeira de Melo, 47 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22410-010, Brazil
Popular gay bar with live shows and good cocktails
R. Joana Angélica, 40 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22420-030, Brazil
Zazá Bistrô Tropical: After a day on the beach, head to Zazá for great cocktails with innovative flavours, delicious food and globally inspired décor.
Praça da República, 141 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20211-350, Brazil
Fascinating cruising place. The best place for sex in Rio. Dating and sex guaranteed! A young crowd 20-40, mostly local, manly, shirtless. The bar is at the top of narrow stairs direct from the street, with a cozy bar, a backroom (U-shaped dark corridor and cabins) and a small balcony in a patio, for smoking. You must go there between 18 and 21h, as it closes at 22h. Some men are coming direct from their office, take off their suit and open the shirt. Lockers are at your disposal. Condoms available, bring your lube. The action takes place in the corridor, the cabins or the comfortable armchairs of the bar.
Rua Miguel Lemos 51 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro 22071-000, Brazil
Rios Gay Bears Bar with regular nighty evenjts like DJs, Drag shows, and supper bears partys, older guys
R. dos Inválidos, 39 - Centro, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20231-043, Brazil
Turma Ok was founded in 1961 making it the oldest gay club house in the Rio
A gay nightclub with music & dancing, with a stage for performances, Drag shows & fun themed nights.
Av. Atlântica 1850 Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro 22021-001, Brazil
Fun Transvestite Gay Bar & Restaurant
Av. Nossa Sra. de Copacabana, 1417 - Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22070-011, Brazil
Fun Gay dance club with good shows worth a visit
Perfect for a relaxed evening by the beach, this LGBTQ+ kiosk near the Copacabana hotel is a must-visit for at least one drink and some small plates.
Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - State of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Great Gay friendly beach bar friendly staff always willing to help.
R. Cândido Mendes, 117 - Glória, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20241-220, Brazil
A Gau sauna bar full of some of the hottest men in Rio ofering to look after you for a price, clean and lots of fun
R. Teixeira de Melo, 16 - Ipanema, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 22410-010, Brazil
After the beach, what you need most is a relaxing shower. spa, cabins, bar, massage, sauna, everything you wanted to take off the sand and get into action. get to know the Rio g spa and take a look at all of the hot guys.
Recommended Hotels in Rio By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Rio that keep you close to all the shops,restaurants & bars
Hotel Fasano
5 Star, Luxury
- 5-star, rooftop pool, Ipanema Beach
- Close to the gay district
- Balcony, flat-screen TV, minibar
- Luxurious beachfront accommodation with spa, wellness center, and stunning sea views.
Copacabana Palace
5 Star, Readers Choice
- 5-star, ocean views
- Close to the gay district
- King-size beds, free internet
- Offers a wellness spa, gastronomic restaurants, and panoramic views on Copacabana Beachfront.
Miramar Hotel
5 Star, Great Value
- 5-star, opposite Copacabana Beach
- Close to the gay district
- Air conditioning, cable TV
- Features a green granite pool, modern gym, butler service, and rich breakfast options.
Orla Copacabana
4 Star, Location
- 4-star, facing Copacabana Beach
- Close to the gay district
- Air conditioning, cable TV, minibar
- Free WiFi, rooftop pool, restaurant with panoramic views of Sugar Loaf Mountain and the ocean.
Video Guide to Rio Beaches
Discover the best of Copacabana and Ipanema with Jean Arnas
Top Gay Neighbourhoods in Rio de Janeiro
Gay Rio de Janeiro, a city that pulses with energy, celebrates diversity, and embraces the LGBTQ+ community with open arms. Nestled between lush mountains and stunning beaches, Rio de Janeiro is not only a tropical paradise but also a haven for those seeking a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere. From the iconic Copacabana and Ipanema beaches to the lively Lapa district, gay Rio de Janeiro offers a kaleidoscope of experiences.
Ipanema | The heart of Rio’s beauty
Photo: Ipanema is home to some of Rio’s most popular beaches
- Ipanema, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro that’s known for its LGBTQ+ friendly vibe and diverse community.
- Nestled alongside the iconic Ipanema Beach, this area has become a hub for LGBTQ+ travelers and locals alike.
- With its relaxed beach culture, a range of LGBTQ+-owned businesses where you can enjoy the sand and surf during the day and explore the local nightlife after dark.
- Discover the best things to see and do in Ipanema
Copacabana
The iconic beachfront of Copacabana has a variety of LGBTQ+-friendly establishments & a diverse crowd.
Lapa
Lapa is an eclectic neighborhood with a mix of nightlife options, including LGBTQ+ bars & clubs.
Leblon
Leblon is known for its beautiful beach, high-end shops, restaurants, bars and the best hotels in Rio
Santa Teresa
This bohemian neighborhood has a relaxed & inclusive vibe. It’s known for its artsy atmosphere.
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