Back by popular demand, our chasers and bear admirers are eager to meet with the many wonderful bears of our community.
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Organising events and activities in Manchester and the North West of England. ManBears aims to provide a range of friendly, inviting content - from club nights and event weekends, to quieter socials and quizzes - for the whole gay bear community.
Back by popular demand, our chasers and bear admirers are eager to meet with the many wonderful bears of our community.
Applications for Mr Manbears 2026 are now closed! Thank you to everyone who applied. Be sure to watch this space as we will reveal the contestants soon.
For our wristband holders, we have an EXCLUSIVE underwear party for our patrons to enjoy. Choice of underwear is entirely up to you.
CALLING ALL BUDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS - Are you looking to build a portfolio around big events? Would you like to work with a growing team of creative media personnel? Get in touch via our social media or by emailing info@manbears-manchester.co.uk
February Gaming Social - Will we see you at the next one?
Applications for both buddying and the markets are officially closed for Bear Bash! We will be in touch with the applicants about the relevant information.
Bring your best Freaky Fetish gear! Sports kit, leather, rubber, pup hoods, harnesses, flaunt it at our Friday night event!
If you're one of the lucky few who arrive in Manchester early. As well as our welcome drinks, we have a few events taking place - including quality entertainment courtesy of Carmelle Toe & Doctor Woof! You don't want to miss it!
By popular demand, we have brought back Magic the Gathering for our March Gaming social. Come to the Eagle Bar in Manchester for some March Magic Madness!
Our big night will be a chance for Gods & Monsters to dance it out!
And there might be some outfit tips coming your way soon ๐
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Want to give back to our amazing community for a free ticket to our Bear Bash weekend?
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!
CONSENT IS KEY, ALWAYS! Here's one of our frequent buddies to remind you how our coloured bands work over a Manbears weekend.
Ready to get hot and sweaty again? The sauna is back! Basement are hosting another Bear Sauna session on the Saturday.
Reckon you have what it takes to be the next Mr Manbears?! You can apply now and take part in our little competition over the Bear Bash weekend!
Fancy a splash?! Our pool party tickets are still available with transport to and from the pool included.
We sold out the first 100 of the Dandy add-ons for the weekend pass! That was fast!
However, you can still buy the tickets online for a fun night of dancing.
For the love of board games - the next gaming social will be focused on tabletop games. Come and play some interesting and funny games with friends old and new!
We keep the underwear party exclusive for weekend holders for safeguarding reasons! Plus if you add all of the club events, the underwear party and all of the discounts - you get a good deal ๐
Today is the day! Don't miss your chance to get a full weekend pass to the Great British Bear Bash 2026! Tickets can be purchased on the Manbears Manchester website.
1 day until ticket launch - Happy Friday!
2 days until ticket launch - not long to go!
3 days until ticket launch - almost there!
4 days until ticket launch!
5 days until ticket launch!
Calling all traders within our amazing community! Our applications have opened for our Bear Market which will run on Friday and Saturday of Bear Bash. You can sign up via our website!
We seek volunteers to assist with weekend events for a few hours. Enjoy free entry to all Bear Bash events and meet fantastic people. Whether guiding nervous newcomers or helping decorate, your support is appreciated. Sign up via the Manbears website!
Want to give back to our amazing community for a free ticket to our Bear Bash weekend?
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!