Part of the Gay New York City Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
Meatpacking District & West Village, NYC
Meatpacking District, New York, NY 10014New York's big bear-and-chaser weekend — four days of beer blasts, dance floors, rooftop socials, and a Sunday street fair in the Meatpacking District. 18th annual, Sept 17–20, 2026. Welcoming to bears, cubs, chasers, and first-timers. Tickets + finalized venues via theurbanbear.com.
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Thu, Sep 17
9 PM - 2 AM
Meatpacking District (venue TBA)
Sat, Sep 19
4 PM - 8 PM
Manhattan (venue TBA)
Sat, Sep 19
10 PM - 2 AM
Manhattan (venue TBA)
Sun, Sep 20
1 PM - 7 PM
Little West 12th St, Meatpacking District
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