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Updated January 17, 2026

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The International Bear Convergence (IBC) is the ultimate winter gathering for Bears and their admirers in Palm Springs, California.

Palm Springs,
California, United States

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IBC - International Bear Convergence Weekend

The multi-day event in Palm Springs is chock- full of exciting parties and attracts thousands of frisky bears, cubs, chasers, chubs, and admirers from around the globe.

During the day you can put on your sunnies and enjoy themed pool parties at host hotel. Come nighttime and be ready to go wild with bears in heat at the high-energy dance parties, drag shows, & comedy shows, and especially the main event Bear Heat.

Join the throngs of bears coming out of hibernation and heading to IBC Palm Springs!

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Hotel ZOSO, 150 South Indian Canyon Dr
Palm Springs, California, 92262
United States

info@ibc-ps.com

Local number
760 537 0154
Dialing from abroad
+1 760 537 0154


Crowd

  • 21+
  • Bears
  • Bisexual
  • Drag
  • Gay

Music

  • Dance
  • DJ
  • EDM
  • House
  • Techno
  • Top 40

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