Welcome to Brisbears Social Club!

Brisbears is a social club promoting a brotherhood of gay men who openly challenge the stereotypical image of the male ideal.

We promote the fact that there is no ideal gay man. Bears come in many varieties. Some are fat, some are thin. Some have muscles, some don’t. Some are hairy, some are not, Some have cocks, some don’t. We come in all shapes, sizes, races, creeds and colours. That’s what makes us great.

Overall Bears share a broad and rich connection with our bodies, we love the skin we are in, and have a strong sense of masculinity, in all its variations. Brisbears is here for those who identify as gay men, to bring our diversity together and to share our spirit of brotherhood.

An integral part of the bear community is our admirers. Admirers are those who do not associate themselves as a bear but are attracted to men who identify as such. Not all bears are attracted to other bears, so admirers are especially welcomed with open arms.

Brisbears started in 1993, in Brisbane, Queensland and currently holds around 250 members from all over the state, Australia, and the rest of the world. We come from all walks of life, and it is our compassionate, relaxed and non-judgemental attitude towards one another that represents the true hallmark of the bear community.

Each month we gather together for friendly times, and to celebrate our common interests. We can be found within the Sportsman Hotel, Spring Hill on the 3rd Saturday of each month. So come on in, say woof to us, and give us a great, big, bear hug!

 

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Brisbears - Sunday Social
Aug
02
Brisbears - Sunday Social
Brunswick Hotel
15:00 – 18:00
Join BrisBears at our Sunday Social, held on the first Sunday of every month at the Brunswick Hotel from 3pm. This is a very casual gathering, allowing people to come together, mix and mingle, and enjoy a chilled afternoon out in the bear garden. It’s always been an easy, turn-up-and-see-whose-there’s-there kind of afternoon, shaped by whoever shows up on the day, so the more the merrier. This is an inclusive event and is open to all bears, their admirers, and friends. First timer? Shout out on the event page to let everyone know, and we’ll be sure to keep an eye out for you! Come along and join the bears 🐻 *The is a member-led event - Committee are not always present Event artwork by Murray @muzdoodles https://www.instagram.com/muzdoodles
🐻 NEX 2026 🐻 - BUILT
Oct
14
🐻 NEX 2026 🐻 - BUILT
Brisbane City
14-10-2026 18:00 – 18-10-2026 17:00
🐻 NORTHERN EXPOSURE 2026 🐻   🟫🟧🟨⬜️⬛️  BUILT ⬛️⬜️🟨🟧🟫   Big. Hairy. Proud.   For more than 34 years, BrisBears has been built by the people who show up. ➡️ Built on community. ➡️ Built on connection. ➡️ Built on mateship. ➡️ Built on pride.   Northern Exposure 2026 celebrates everything that makes our community what it is.   Join us for five days of friendship, laughter, connection and celebration as we come together for sauna, bowls, pool parties, Underbear, Mr QLD Bear, brunch and more.   Whether you’re a long-time member, a first-time visitor, or somewhere in between, Northern Exposure is your chance to reconnect with old friends, make new ones, and be part of something bigger than yourself.   This year isn’t about costumes. It’s about the people. It’s about what we’re built on.   Because clubs aren’t built by committees. They’re built by the people who walk through the door.   Keep your eye out for out ticket announcement over the coming couple of months.   Northern Exposure 2026 BUILT Big. Hairy. Proud.