MAD.WOOF — Opening Party
Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Bear Weeks Guide by
MAD.BEAR
Madrid 2026
December 3–9, 2026
26th International Bear Meeting · 4,000+ Bears · Chueca, Madrid
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Essential Info
📍 Location
Chueca neighborhood, Madrid
Metro: Chueca (Line 5), Gran Vía (Lines 1 & 5)
📅 Dates
December 3–9, 2026
Final party ends early Dec 10
🎫 Pack Pickup
Bears Bar, C. Pelayo 4
Thu Dec 3, Sat–Sun Dec 5–6
18:00–21:00
⚠️ Holidays
Dec 6 & Dec 8 are Spanish national holidays
Higher prices, some shops closed
Festival Packs
Packs include entry to all parties, priority entry, and merchandise. Refundable until 48 hours before the event (promotional/discounted tickets excluded).
Gold Pack
Choose Bearbie Pop or Macho for Friday
- 6 party nights with 6 drinks (1 per party, except MACHO)
- MADBEAR t-shirt, VIP accreditation, lanyard, backpack
- €3 off at Sauna Octopus
- Priority access to all parties Dec 3–10
Price: €165
Silver Pack
Choose Bearbie Pop or Macho for Friday
- 3 party nights: MACHO + 2 parties you choose at pack pickup
- 1 drink per party (no drink at MACHO)
- T-shirt, accreditation, lanyard, backpack
- €3 off at Sauna Octopus
- Priority access to all parties Dec 3–10
Price: €120
Party Schedule
All parties start at 23:55 unless noted. Choose between Bearbie Pop and Macho on Friday when buying your pack.
Bearbie Pop or Macho
Bearbie Pop: Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Macho: Changó Club, C. Covarrubias 42
DJs Chris Bekker, Paul Heron, Charly at Macho
POSH Beirut
Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Company Milano
Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Furball NYC
Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Stay Istanbul
Ya'sta Club, C. Valverde 10
Confirmed by the official MAD.BEAR English programme and Ya'sta Club venue listing.
BeefDip Puerto Vallarta — Free Entry
Mad Daddy Club, C. de San Bartolomé, 4, Centro, 28004 Madrid
Also That Week, Not Part of MAD.BEAR
These are separate events by other organisers. MAD.BEAR packs and tickets don't cover them.
STRONG The Club
Calle de los Trujillos 7, Madrid. Men only. Open Wed–Sun 23:00–06:00.
Sun Dec 6: ODARKO "By Stealth" (23:00–06:00)
strong.madridBar Route — Daily from 18:00
The official MAD.BEAR bar route hits these bear-friendly spots in Chueca every evening. Great for pre-party mingling.
Bears Bar
C. Pelayo 4
Small, welcoming bear bar. Also the pack collection point.
Hot
C. Infantas 9
One of Spain's first bear bars. Popular with bears and older men.
El 12
C. Infantas 12
Bear bar and club with DJs.
Thick
C. San Marcos 16
Big bar, busy at weekends, a bear crowd.
Mad Daddy Club
C. de San Bartolomé, 4, Centro, 28004 Madrid
'80s and '90s music. Hosts the closing BeefDip party on Dec 9. Hours: Tue–Thu & Sun 20:00–02:00, Fri–Sat 20:00–03:30.
⚠️ Opening hours from online listings may be out of date. Check when you arrive.
Where to Eat in Chueca
Gay-friendly restaurants within walking distance of the action.
La Hambre
C. Pelayo 13
Caribbean and Spanish food with a hidden garden. Book ahead.
Baco y Beto
C. Pelayo 24
Mediterranean food with Caribbean touches. Try the Madrid vermouth.
LaKama Café
Chueca
Breakfast, lunch, and cocktails.
El Buo / La Buha
Chueca
Known for their tortilla.
🧳 What to Pack
Looking for the perfect harness, tank top, or cap for the parties? Check out our curated gear picks from Addicted and ES Collection.
Browse Bear Gear →Where to Stay
Book early—Dec 6 and Dec 8 are Spanish national holidays, so hotel prices spike.
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