Manbears-Manchester
@manbears.bsky.social
Organising events and activities in Manchester and the North West of England.
ManBears aims to provide a range of friendly, inviting content - from club nights and event weekends, to quieter socials and quizzes - for the whole gay bear community.
ManBears aims to provide a range of friendly, inviting content - from club nights and event weekends, to quieter socials and quizzes - for the whole gay bear community.
Calling all traders within our amazing community! Our applications have opened for our Bear Market which will run on Friday and Saturday of Bear Bash. You can sign up via our website!
January 24, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Calling all traders within our amazing community! Our applications have opened for our Bear Market which will run on Friday and Saturday of Bear Bash. You can sign up via our website!
We seek volunteers to assist with weekend events for a few hours. Enjoy free entry to all Bear Bash events and meet fantastic people. Whether guiding nervous newcomers or helping decorate, your support is appreciated. Sign up via the Manbears website!
January 24, 2026 at 12:01 PM
We seek volunteers to assist with weekend events for a few hours. Enjoy free entry to all Bear Bash events and meet fantastic people. Whether guiding nervous newcomers or helping decorate, your support is appreciated. Sign up via the Manbears website!
Want to give back to our amazing community for a free ticket to our Bear Bash weekend?
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!
January 19, 2026 at 10:01 AM
Want to give back to our amazing community for a free ticket to our Bear Bash weekend?
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!
If you need a reason, here's several - courtesy of our volunteers from the last few events!
With the tickets being launched soon, it's only fair that you get a snapshot of what will you receive when you purchase a full weekend pass!
January 16, 2026 at 12:30 PM
With the tickets being launched soon, it's only fair that you get a snapshot of what will you receive when you purchase a full weekend pass!
For the love of board games - the next gaming social will be focused on tabletop games. Come and play some interesting and funny games with friends old and new!
January 14, 2026 at 3:03 PM
For the love of board games - the next gaming social will be focused on tabletop games. Come and play some interesting and funny games with friends old and new!
Save the date! 🐻🪽🐲
January 7, 2026 at 6:04 PM
Save the date! 🐻🪽🐲
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It's been a while, but your favourite characters are back in a whimsical series of races. Who will come out on top?
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
December 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
It's been a while, but your favourite characters are back in a whimsical series of races. Who will come out on top?
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Bring on 2026! Happy New Year!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
January 1, 2026 at 12:02 AM
Bring on 2026! Happy New Year!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
It's been a while, but your favourite characters are back in a whimsical series of races. Who will come out on top?
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
December 28, 2025 at 1:01 PM
It's been a while, but your favourite characters are back in a whimsical series of races. Who will come out on top?
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Come to the Eagle on the 10th January and prove that you're the best racer. Make sure to pick your favourite character too.
Happy holidays!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
December 25, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Happy holidays!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
Fancy having your ideas shared as part of our advertising?
Let us know in the comments what your favourite god or monster is...
Whether it's Greek, Norse, Fantasy, Egyptian... We've even had someone suggest Pokémon
Let us know in the comments what your favourite god or monster is...
Whether it's Greek, Norse, Fantasy, Egyptian... We've even had someone suggest Pokémon
December 16, 2025 at 12:02 PM
Fancy having your ideas shared as part of our advertising?
Let us know in the comments what your favourite god or monster is...
Whether it's Greek, Norse, Fantasy, Egyptian... We've even had someone suggest Pokémon
Let us know in the comments what your favourite god or monster is...
Whether it's Greek, Norse, Fantasy, Egyptian... We've even had someone suggest Pokémon
Great British Bear Bash 2026 - Gods & Monsters!
Don't be fooled by our poster, the theme of Gods & Monsters can apply to any mythology or any fictional world. Keep yourselves tuned to see what other inspiration may suit your style!
Feel free to tag us with your outfit ideas!
Don't be fooled by our poster, the theme of Gods & Monsters can apply to any mythology or any fictional world. Keep yourselves tuned to see what other inspiration may suit your style!
Feel free to tag us with your outfit ideas!
November 16, 2025 at 12:01 PM
Great British Bear Bash 2026 - Gods & Monsters!
Don't be fooled by our poster, the theme of Gods & Monsters can apply to any mythology or any fictional world. Keep yourselves tuned to see what other inspiration may suit your style!
Feel free to tag us with your outfit ideas!
Don't be fooled by our poster, the theme of Gods & Monsters can apply to any mythology or any fictional world. Keep yourselves tuned to see what other inspiration may suit your style!
Feel free to tag us with your outfit ideas!
Come one, come all to the Christmas Quiz held by the Manbears team! This event will have plenty of laughs as well as your usual gaming fun.
November 15, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Come one, come all to the Christmas Quiz held by the Manbears team! This event will have plenty of laughs as well as your usual gaming fun.
Still in Manchester after all the action we've had? Come to Richmond Tea Rooms to enjoy some final treats at the Breakfast of Champions!
November 9, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Still in Manchester after all the action we've had? Come to Richmond Tea Rooms to enjoy some final treats at the Breakfast of Champions!
Day 4 of Pre-hiBEARnation! The final day of the weekend. We hope you've had a lovely time but the fun doesn't stop there. More karaoke, more socials, cabaret, there's so much to do. So make the last day a great one!
November 9, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Day 4 of Pre-hiBEARnation! The final day of the weekend. We hope you've had a lovely time but the fun doesn't stop there. More karaoke, more socials, cabaret, there's so much to do. So make the last day a great one!
Day 3 of Pre-HiBEARnation! One of our busier days of the weekend. Whether you fancy gaming, relaxing, dancing, socialising or buying new things... There's plenty to keep you occupied!
November 8, 2025 at 8:00 AM
Day 3 of Pre-HiBEARnation! One of our busier days of the weekend. Whether you fancy gaming, relaxing, dancing, socialising or buying new things... There's plenty to keep you occupied!
We have added a new feature to the wristbands to help with consent! No matter colour you wear, consent is key - so just ask!
November 7, 2025 at 1:02 PM
We have added a new feature to the wristbands to help with consent! No matter colour you wear, consent is key - so just ask!
Day 2 of Pre-HiBEARnation! Don't forget to pick up your wristband at registration! Then the evening is yours to enjoy... Karaoke, Bar Crawl, Amped! Talk about spoiled for choice!
November 7, 2025 at 10:01 AM
Day 2 of Pre-HiBEARnation! Don't forget to pick up your wristband at registration! Then the evening is yours to enjoy... Karaoke, Bar Crawl, Amped! Talk about spoiled for choice!
One day more...
November 6, 2025 at 6:04 PM
One day more...
Still haven't got a wristband? Here's what you could be missing out on! But don't panic, you can purchase a wristband directly from registration on Friday and Saturday!
November 6, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Still haven't got a wristband? Here's what you could be missing out on! But don't panic, you can purchase a wristband directly from registration on Friday and Saturday!
First day of Pre-HiBEARnation! If you're an early bird, come and meet some of the Manbears team that will be looking after you this weekend! Alternatively, Lola Lasagne will be hosting a quiz in the downstairs bar!
November 6, 2025 at 12:02 PM
First day of Pre-HiBEARnation! If you're an early bird, come and meet some of the Manbears team that will be looking after you this weekend! Alternatively, Lola Lasagne will be hosting a quiz in the downstairs bar!
We can do anything we want 'two'
November 5, 2025 at 6:05 PM
We can do anything we want 'two'
Stay safe during Bonfire night!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
November 5, 2025 at 12:03 PM
Stay safe during Bonfire night!
From the Manbears Team
From the Manbears Team
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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!
September 25, 2025 at 5:03 PM
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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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.
September 19, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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.