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Love Is In The Bear - February Den Night
Feb
15
2025 Past Event
Love Is In The Bear - February Den Night
Sportsman Hotel
15-02-2025 20:00 – 16-02-2025 02:00
Join us for a very special Valentines Den Night!  This event will be a traffic light party, green = single, amber = maybe, red = not looking. Our Committee will be on hand to help you choose your colour :)  Perhaps you'll find the man of your dreams!   Doors will open at 8pm. From 8-9pm we will be having a quiet hour to allow newcomers the chance to meet and take in the space as well as answer any questions you may have from our friendly volunteers. Bar service and tunes will commence at 9pm. Raffles and our members draw will be drawn at midnight. Our members draw jackpot currently sits at $300 dollars. You have to be a current financial member and be there to claim the cash! Be sure to check your membership is current to be in the running here: https://brisbears.tidyhq.com/ Dress code - casual With DJ Galleon on the decks, it's gonna be a great night!  This is a men only event.
Brisbears get Wet'n'Wild
Feb
09
2025 Past Event
Brisbears get Wet'n'Wild
Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast
10:00 – 17:00
It's finally back! Come along and get Wet'n'Wild with Brisbears!  Always popular, always fun and as always open to everyone - Papa Bears, Mama Bears and their cubs. A great family day out for all. Your ticket will include a sausage sizzle for lunch and drinks provided by Brisbears.  Ticket sales will close at midnight on Saturday 1 February 2025. Getting to Wet'n'Wild via Public Transport From the Gold Coast: To get to Wet'n'Wild catch a tram, bus or train to Helensvale station and transfer to bus route TX7. From Brisbane: To get to Wet'n'Wild catch the train to Coomera station and transfer to bus route TX7. Getting to the theme park is easy with TX7 bus service which leaves Helensvale every 15 minutes, daily from 9:00am - 11:30am. Access Wet'n'Wild's accessibility guide on this link.
Brisbears February Sunday Social
Feb
02
2025 Past Event
Brisbears February Sunday Social
Brunswick Hotel
14:00 – 17:00
Join Brisbears at our Sunday Social held the first Sunday of every month at the Brunswick Hotel.  This is a very casual gathering, and allow people to gather, mix and mingle with each other, and just have a nice afternoon in the bear garden while listening to a chilled set by Daryl Murphy.  This is an inclusive event and is open to all bears, their admirers and friends. Come along and join the bears  First timer? Let the committee know and we'll be sure to keep an eye out for you!  Event artwork by Murray @muzdoodles https://www.instagram.com/muzdoodles
Bears in the Bunker - January Den Night
Jan
18
2025 Past Event
Bears in the Bunker - January Den Night
Sportsman Hotel
18-01-2025 20:00 – 19-01-2025 02:00
Join us for our first den night of 2025!  Doors will open at 8pm. From 8-9pm we will be having a quiet hour to allow newcomers the chance to meet and take in the space as well as answer any questions you may have from our friendly volunteers. Bar service and tunes will commence at 9pm. Raffles and our members draw will be drawn at midnight. Our members draw jackpot currently sits at $250 dollars. You have to be a current financial member and be there to claim the cash! Be sure to check your membership is current to be in the running here: https://brisbears.tidyhq.com/ Dress code - bear casual.  With Aaron Maybus on the decks, it's gonna be a great night!  This is a men only event. Photo of Wes by Fergus Hurst Photography https://www.fergushurst.com/
Brisbears January Sunday Social
Jan
05
2025 Past Event
Brisbears January Sunday Social
Brunswick Hotel
14:00 – 17:00
Join Brisbears at our Sunday Social held the first Sunday of every month at the Brunswick Hotel.  This is a very casual gathering, and allow people to gather, mix and mingle with each other, and just have a nice afternoon in the bear garden while listening to a chilled set by Daryl Murphy.  This is an inclusive event and is open to all bears, their admirers and friends. Come along and join the bears  First timer? Let the committee know and we'll be sure to keep an eye out for you!  Event artwork by Murray @muzdoodles https://www.instagram.com/muzdoodles
Pump It Up! New Year's Eve
Dec
31
2024 Past Event
Pump It Up! New Year's Eve
Sportsman Hotel
31-12-2024 21:00 – 01-01-2025 02:00
Tickets available here: https://events.humanitix.com/big-hair-don-t-care-new-years-eve-at-sporties Pull out your legwarmers, dust off the spandex and join the bears in the Mineshaft for an 80s dance party like no other!  Come ring in the New Year with Brisbears as we party the night away downstairs at Sporties. Buzz William is cooking up a killer set to take you into the New Year. With shows by Archie Arsenic, Bizzi Body, Cheri Bobbyns, Damo D Bear, Helen Wheels, Rubenesque and Summer Reign.  Prizes for best dressed 80s costumes!   We'll also be raising money for Mr Bear QLD 2024's chosen charities with raffles drawn during the 11pm show.  Tickets will go live on Monday 2 December so mark your calendars and get your outfits ready!  This event is open to all humans aged 18+
Naughty or Nice - December Den Night
Dec
21
2024 Past Event
Naughty or Nice - December Den Night
Sportsman Hotel
21-12-2024 20:00 – 22-12-2024 02:00
Have you been naughty or nice? Santa will know and has that special place on his lap for you at our next Den Night. Doors will open at 8pm. From 8-9pm we will be having a quiet hour to allow newcomers the chance to meet and take in the space as well as answer any questions you may have from our friendly volunteers.  Bar service and tunes will commence at 9pm. Raffles and our members draw will be drawn at midnight.  Our members draw jackpot currently sits at $200 dollars. You have to be a current financial member and be there to claim the cash! Be sure to check your membership is current to be in the running here: https://brisbears.tidyhq.com/ Dress code: Christmas cheer :)  Be sure to get your picture with Santa!  With Jack Popper on the decks, it's going to be a festive night, and see everyone dancing their way into the festive season. This will be the last Den Night for the 2024 year, and we hope to see you all there. This is a mens only event.
A Dash Of Fur - Pool Party
Dec
08
2024 Past Event
A Dash Of Fur - Pool Party
The Valley Pool
12:00 – 17:00
Get your tickets HERE! Get ready to make a splash at the Fortitude Valley Pool, located at 432 Wickham St, Fortitude Valley, with a poolside bash like no other. This aquatic adventure is set to take place on Sunday 8 December from 12pm to 5pm, and you won't want to miss a minute of the action! Jump in and join the fun with an array of inflatable pool toys that will ignite your inner water warrior. Whether you're a cannonball champion or a synchronized swimmer extraordinaire, there's something for everyone in our aquatic playground!  Groove to the beats of the season to keep the pool party vibes pulsating from start to finish. We've got a dedicated dance floor area where you can show off your best moves, so come ready to dance your heart out. Mark your calendars, rally your squad, and prepare for an epic day of poolside revelry! 
Brisbears December Sunday Social
Dec
01
2024 Past Event
Brisbears December Sunday Social
Brunswick Hotel
14:00 – 17:00
Join Brisbears at our Sunday Social held the first Sunday of every month at the Brunswick Hotel.  This is a very casual gathering, and allow people to gather, mix and mingle with each other, and just have a nice afternoon in the bear garden while listening to a chilled set by Daryl Murphy.  This is an inclusive event and is open to all bears, their admirers and friends. Come along and join the bears  First timer? Let the committee know and we'll be sure to keep an eye out for you!  Event artwork by Murray @muzdoodles https://www.instagram.com/muzdoodles
Bearwatch! November Den Night
Nov
16
2024 Past Event
Bearwatch! November Den Night
Sportsman Hotel
16-11-2024 20:00 – 17-11-2024 22:00
Please join Brisbears for Bearwatch! Pop on your favourite swimsuit and party the night away with DJ Davide DC spinning the decks until late.  Doors will open at 8pm. From 8-9pm we will be having a quiet hour to allow newcomers the chance to meet and take in the space. Bar service and tunes will commence at 9pm. Our members draw and raffles will be drawn at midnight. The jackpot currently sits at $150 dollars.  You have to be a current financial member and be there to claim the cash! Be sure to check your membership is current to be in the running here: https://brisbears.tidyhq.com/ Dress code: swimsuits, boardshorts, speedos, closed-in shoes are mandatory.  This is a mens only event.
Brisbears November Sunday Social
Nov
03
2024 Past Event
Brisbears November Sunday Social
Brunswick Hotel
14:00 – 17:00
Join Brisbears at our Sunday Social held the first Sunday of every month at the Brunswick Hotel.  This is a very casual gathering, and allow people to gather, mix and mingle with each other, and just have a nice afternoon in the bear garden while listening to a chilled set by Daryl Murphy.  This is an inclusive event and is open to all bears, their admirers and friends. Come along and join the bears  First timer? Let the committee know and we'll be sure to keep an eye out for you!  Event artwork by Murray @muzdoodles https://www.instagram.com/muzdoodles
NEX24 Farewell, So Long
Oct
20
2024 Past Event
NEX24 Farewell, So Long
Brunswick Hotel
14:00 – 18:00
Time to say goodbye to any out of towners that made it through and Farewell to NEX for another year. Come join us at the Brunswick Hotel for a chilled afternoon in the beer garden, with entertainment by our favourite showgirl, the magnanimous Daryl Murphy!  This event is open to everyone - Bears, admirers and your families.