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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 7h

Download a copy of the Timetable for Pre-HiBEARnation using the QR code in the picture!

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 1d

Prepare for things to get smoking hot at the Cigar Social, held at Thompsons Bar!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 2d

On Friday and Saturday night, between 8pm and 10pm, keep on eye out for the bears as they crawl their way through the village. From bar to bar, following this route!

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 3d

We have an exclusive event that was enjoyed by many. On Sunday afternoon, wristband holders are invited to the Underwear party held at Cockatoo!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 18d

Our next gaming social is taking place during our Pre-HiBEARnation weekend! Come and play games with friends old and new as we provide the different games available to play at the event!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 5d

You've seen the businesses, now here's where to find them... Our market will be taking place in Thompson's Bar, come and see what our vendors have to offer!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 7d

Want to relax from the wild antics of Pre-HiBEARnation? Visit the Basement Sauna, just a short walk from the gay village!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 9d

Our Mr Manbears 2025 winner, Rich, invites you to come along to Pre-hiBEARnation and prepare for things to get Red & Wild!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 13d

From A-Z, here are the amazing businesses that you will get to meet at our Bear Market!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 15d

If you're an eager beaver, or just so happen to be in Manchester early enough... You can enjoy some drinks at the Lodge and meet some of the team that will be around to help you throughout the weekend!

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 16d

Tickets are still available for our Red & Wild weekend at Pre-hiBEARnation!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 18d

Our next gaming social is taking place during our Pre-HiBEARnation weekend! Come and play games with friends old and new as we provide the different games available to play at the event!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 18d

Another gaming social in the bag! Magic the Gathering was a success and it wouldn't be possible without the help of Lupin, Ian, Chris and our regular Manbears Buddy Charlie! Even our Mr Manbears, Rich, came along to say hello!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 23d

Friday 7th November, Manbears are collaborating with Amped at Sub101! Rock out to some headbanging tunes! This is just one of the many events we host during Pre-hiBEARnation, 7th-9th November!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 26d

Applications for volunteers have now closed for Pre-HiBEARnation! If you have sent a form in, we will be in touch soon!

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · 27d

One day left to join our amazing team of volunteers to help make this event the best it can be!

Volunteers would not need to pay to attend the events and you build a network of amazing people

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 27

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are delaying our start time for the next Gaming Social on the 11th October... We will now be starting at 4:30pm!

Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 25

On the Saturday of Pre-HiBEARnation, we bring you Red & Wild! Pick out your best red outfits as DJ Dan Walker will be bringing you the music to drive you wild!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 16

Want to help in making unforgettable weekends?
Want to support our work and get a free wristband to the entire weekend?
Want to bond with a fantastic group of individuals from all over the world?

Sign up using this link or go to the website in our bio - forms.gle/Rg2qTM7nVHq2...

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 7

Calling all LGBTQIA+ Traders!!!

Want to sell your products at our Market event?

Fill out our application form on this post (you can also access it via our Linktree)

forms.gle/ZJQaxDV31heB...

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 12

Many other perks are soon to be revealed...
New events to enjoy?
More venues to visit?
Count us in!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 19

Introducing our Friday club night for Pre-hiBEARnation! Get ready to rock out with Amped at Sub101 where the wicked DJ Bruiser will be blasting the tunes for us to scream along to.

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 16

Want to help in making unforgettable weekends?
Want to support our work and get a free wristband to the entire weekend?
Want to bond with a fantastic group of individuals from all over the world?

Sign up using this link or go to the website in our bio - forms.gle/Rg2qTM7nVHq2...

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 14

From battles to duels, the October 2025 Gaming social is about casting spells to weaken your opponent in the popular trading card game - Magic the Gathering! Come and meet players of various abilities from new to experienced and learn the ways of game!

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Manbears-Manchester @manbears.bsky.social · Sep 13

Our Pokémon league went well, the trainers battled hard!

Congratulations to our winner - Corey!

Check out our next Facebook event for next month's theme!

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