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Bear New Zealand Week 2024

Are you ready for Bear New Zealand Week 2024?

From 1 - 6 February, bears and their friends from all over New Zealand and afar will be taking over Auckland at Bear New Zealand Week 2024.

Events

Thursday, 1 February 2024

Meet & Greet

  • When: Thur 1 Feb, from 6pm
  • Where: Citizen Q, Q Theatre, 305 Queen Street, Auckland Central
  • Price: Free

It’s time to come out of hibernation and get ready to unleash the roar at the Bear New Zealand Week 2024! Whether you're a cuddly cub, a proud papa bear, or anything in between, join us to kick things off.

Comedy Night

  • When: Thur 1 Feb, from 8pm
  • Where: The Classic Comedy Club, 321 Queen Street, Auckland Central
  • Price: $25

Get ready to laugh your furry tits off! Don't miss out on this laughter-filled comedy show hosted by Neil D’Bear Thornton, joined by the nation’s fierce and fabulous lineup of the best LGBTQ+ and allied comedians as they take to the stage for a night of entertainment.

Friday, 2 February 2024

Mr Bear New Zealand

  • When: Fri 2 Feb, from 9pm
  • Where: Phoenix Cabaret, Level 1/258 Karangahape Road, Auckland Central
  • Price: Free

Prepare for a showstopping extravaganza as we embark on a draw dropping night to crown the ultimate representative of New Zealand's vibrant gay bear community – the one and only Mr. Bear New Zealand! This event is not just a pageant; it's a celebration of confidence, authenticity, and unity.

Saturday, 3 February 2024

Board Games and Gaymers

  • When: Sat 3 Feb, from 2pm
  • Where: Dice & Fork, 210 Victoria Street West, Freemans Bay

Join us for an afternoon of laughter, strategy, and friendly competition at our Board Game Night! Whether you're a board game aficionado or just looking for a great time.

Tri-Nations

  • When: Sat 3 Feb, from 9pm
  • Where: Phoenix Cabaret, Level 1/258 Karangahape Road, Auckland Central
  • Online: $40. Door Sales: $50 (Cash Only, Limited Door Sales)

Sunday, 4 February 2024

DJ Hilty's Bear Brunch

  • When: Sun 4 Feb, from 10am
  • Where: Longroom & Longshot, 114 Ponsonby Road, Grey Lynn

Please RVSP on the Facebook Event if you'd like to attend this event.

Bears go Axe Throwing

  • When: Sun 4 Feb, from 2pm
  • Where: Sweet Axe, 5 Galatos Street, Auckland Central
  • Price: $50

Prepare for a bear-ly thrilling adventure as our furry friends gather for a unique and rugged experience – Gay Bear Axe Throwing Extravaganza!

Wet Fur

  • When: Sun 4 Feb, from 1pm
  • Where: Centurian Sauna, 18 Beresford Aquare, Auckland Central
  • Price: $16

Dive into a world of Wet Fur as Centurian Sauna invites you to an afternoon of relaxation, connection, and steamy delights.

Leather & Gear Night

  • When: Sun 4 Feb, from 6pm
  • Where: G.A.Y, Downstairs/262 Karangahape Road, Auckland Central
  • Price: $10

Leather Night is a social, cruise and smoke-out party exclusively for men who proudly identify as such and share a passion for gear.

Monday, 5 February 2024

Rangitoto Island

  • When: Mon 5 Feb, from 9am (Ferry departs at 9.30am)
  • Where: Meet at 360 Discovery Tours Hut (Next to the Ferry Terminal), 117 Quay Street, Auckland Central, Auckland 1010
  • Ferry Ticket: $53

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and join us for a day on Rangitoto Island. Our bear troop will set sail from Auckland's waterfront, cruising across the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf to reach the iconic volcanic island.

You'll be sent to the Fullers website to book tickets. Please make sure you have the right date selected and please select the 2.20pm return ferry.

Underbear Party

  • When: Mon 5 Feb, from 9pm
  • Where: G.A.Y, Downstairs/262 Karangahape Road, Auckland Central
  • Online: $30. Door Sales: $40 (Cash Only, Limited Door Sales)

Tuesday, 6 February 2024

Eat it & Beat it

  • When: Tue 6 Feb, from 1pm
  • Where: Harbour View Reserve, Point Chevalier
  • Price: $5

Wrap up Bear New Zealand Week with a sizzling finale at Eat it & Beat It on the beach of Harbour View Reserve! Join us for an unforgettable afternoon of flame-grilled delights, laughter, and new friendships.

How to find out more

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