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Events

Join us at our next gatherings. All bears, cubs, otters, and friends welcome.

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Den Night

The Laird Hotel

Fri 18 July 2025 · 7:00 PM

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Our monthly Den Night returns to The Laird. Catch up with friends old and new over drinks, music, and good company in Melbourne's favourite bear venue.

7:00 PM – late 1 Fitzroy St, St Kilda

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sport

AquaBear

Richmond Aquatic Centre

Sun 20 July 2025 · 10:00 AM

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Dive into AquaBear — our weekly pool session for bears of all swimming abilities. Free for VicBears members. Social swim followed by coffee nearby.

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM 30 Gleadell St, Richmond

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flagship

Southern HiBEARnation 2026

Multiple venues

9–14 June 2026

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Our flagship weekender returns for 2026! Six days of parties, pool parties, dinners, and bear socials across Melbourne's best LGBTQ+ venues. Theme: Pirates.

Various times Melbourne CBD + surrounds

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milestone

VicBears 30th Birthday

The Laird Hotel

Sat 25 April 2026

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Three decades of bear community in Melbourne! Join us for a landmark celebration at The Laird with special performances, a photo retrospective, and birthday cake.

7:00 PM – late 1 Fitzroy St, St Kilda

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