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Updated April 5, 2025

Bears Bar is a popular gay spot for the bears and cubs in the bear loving city of Madrid.

Madrid,
Spain

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Looking for bears, yummy cocktails and some dancing fun? Bears Bar just may be the spot you are searching for! This burly bastion of camaraderie and cocktails is one of the spots where the city's bear community—and their admirers—find the company of fun like-minded individuals. It's the sort of place where the bears don't just roam; they revel!

Location Information

Found snugly in the vibrant Chueca area of Madrid, just a few minutes strides from the Chueca Metro station and about 5 minutes from the bustling Gran Via Metro, Bears Bar presents itself as a haven for the hirsute and the hearty.

Why Go

Why, you may ask, does Bears Bar enjoy such roaring popularity? It's simple. This is a place where the men of Madrid meets a warm, welcoming atmosphere. It's where the drinks are as strong and robust as the clientele, and the bear hugs are free and frequent. A veritable den of delight, Bears Bar is more than just a watering hole; it's a cultural hub for the hair-loving and the beefy men who proudly walk the streets of Chueca!

When To Go Out

As the night progresses, Bears Bar bursts into life, particularly when the weekend arrives. It's around the stroke of midnight when the local crowd really begins to swell, turning the venue into a bustling hub of laughter, conversation, and the clinking of glasses (and shots!). This is the prime time when Madrid's most endearing "osos" - that's "bears" for the non-Spanish speakers - come out to play, and play they do!

Crowd & Music Here

The crowd is a blend of Spanish locals, bisexual and gay bears and cubs of every stripe, and admirers exchanging glances and bear hugs. This is the go-to spot for a demographic that spans from the carefree 30s and up.

When it comes to the music, think less 'Goldilocks' and more 'Goldie-locks-in-the-groove.' The tunes here have a rhythm and beat that can coax even the most reserved hips to sway. From the latest international hits to the timeless Spanish classics and dance remixes.

Nightly Events

And the events? Well, Bears Bar knows that variety is the spice of life. From themed nights that celebrate the diversity of the bear community to naked nights, pup events, Mad Bear parties, and drink specials for you thirsty ones. Check their website for the most up-to-date agenda.

So, if you're wandering through the streets of Chueca, drawn by the allure of Madrid's nocturnal magic, follow the trail to Bears Bar. Whether you're a bear, a cub, an admirer, or just a wanderer looking for a memorable night out, the doors are open.

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Calle Pelayo, 4
Madrid, 28004
Spain

internet@madbear.org

Local number
658 764 144
Dialing from abroad
+34 658 764 144


Crowd

  • 18+
  • Bears
  • Bisexual
  • Cruising
  • Fetish
  • Gay
  • Leather
  • Naked

Music

  • Dance
  • EDM
  • Electropop
  • House
  • Latin
  • Pop
  • Techno
  • Top 40
  • Traditional

Dates & Hours

Sunday
July 05
8 pm - 1 am
 
Monday
July 06
closed
Today
Tuesday
July 07
8 pm - 2 am
 
Wednesday
July 08
8 pm - 2 am
 
Thursday
July 09
8 pm - 2 am
 
Friday
July 10
8 pm - 3 am
 
Saturday
July 11
8 pm - 3 am
 

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