BEAR CARNIVAL MASPALOMAS 2026
The Adventure Continues
📍 Maspalomas · Gran Canaria
📅 MARCH 19-26 2026
After more than a decade of unforgettable parties, friendships, and sun-soaked memories, Bear Carnival returns for its next chapter in 2026. Once again, Maspalomas becomes the world’s ultimate playground for bears and their friends — a subtropical paradise where winter feels like summer.
Recognised as one of Europe’s top LGBT+ beach destinations, Gran Canaria is home to one of the world’s most vibrant gay event calendars, and Bear Carnival stands apart from any other bear week experience…
What to Expect
Over 9–10 days, enjoy around 60–70 events, ranging from relaxed terrace meet-ups to Europe’s biggest bear pool party. The programme includes:
Massive pool parties and open-air discos
Club nights and themed cruising venues
Cabaret shows and live performances
Fine dining experiences and luxury spa evenings
Legendary men-only venues around Yumbo Centre
The iconic Bear Boat Cruises: a floating disco on a giant catamaran along Gran Canaria’s coastline
Carnival Spirit
Costumes are part of the tradition. Each year brings a new theme, with creative looks, playful styles, and signature experiences unique to Bear Carnival. The programme also features:
Waterpark excursions, wine and cheese tastings, tantra sessions, yoga workshops, scenic island tours, naked bear cruises, and dedicated singles and dating parties — creating the perfect balance between high-energy nights and relaxed daytime experiences.
A Global Bear Community
With more than 3,000 bears and friends expected from around the world, Bear Carnival 2026 offers a welcoming, inclusive, and attitude-free atmosphere. Many events are free to attend, with ticketed parties available via the official online shop.
Whether it’s your first Bear Carnival or your tenth, you’ll feel at home in the heart of Maspalomas.
Join the adventure. Bear Carnival 2026 awaits.