SUPERBEAR XII WEEKEND (January 27th - 29th, 2017)



BEAR ALBANY is kicking off 2017 with a salute to that big annual football championship game that’s coming up soon.  The name of our game is SUPERBEAR XII and we have a great line up for you!  

FRIDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – TAILGATE PARTY

Every game starts with a tailgate party! We’re bringing you a BBQ & Bearaoke meat-n-greet to start the weekend.  Throw on your favorite team colors and make sure you come prepared for the Jock Strap contest – prizes for best package and more!  Drink specials and NO COVER!  Doors open at 9p, 21+   See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY  LOCKER ROOM

Everyone needs a good warm up before the big game. Work out in the gym, relax in one of the private rooms and shower off when you’re finished.
  • 2P-5P - Location will be announced prior to event or ask one of the BEAR ALBANY guys
  • Bring a towel, appropriate attire and a lock
  • 21+ event, Cover Charge TBD
Lunch is on your own at any one of Albany's finest eateries of your choice.


SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEARS vs CUBS

Gear up for the main event! Throw on your favorite team jersey, helmet, or however you want to show your team spirit for the BEARS vs CUBS dance party.  Guest DJ, drink specials, give-aways, door prizes and more.  Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter - $5 cover.  See who's going...

SUNDAY – McGEARY'S PUB - 4 Clinton Sq - BEAR BRUNCH 

We’re heading back to one of our favorite spots for brunch!  McGeary’s Irish Pub in downtown Albany is a great venue and very BEAR friendly. Meet with the bears one last time before the weekend wraps up.  Hotel check out is 11am so we will meet right after that. 

HOST HOTEL

No price change for 2017 - You can request your reservation for studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom suites by calling the hotel directly at 518-860-1500. Please book your room in advance to receive the following special BEAR ALBANY rates:


$95 per night for studios
$99 per night for one-bedroom suite
$189 per night for two-bedroom suites

Be sure to mention you're part of the “BEAR ALBANY group” to get the discounted rate and book early as the discounted room block almost always sell out. Once you're out at the bar event, ask one of the BEAR ALBANY folks about the hospitality suite for complimentary refreshments and fun when the bar party is over.

TRANSPORTATION

The host hotel no longer offers a shuttle, so BEAR ALBANY recommends cabbing or driving responsibly to and from the event venue. Someday we will have UBER! But for now….


Buzzy’s Taxi    518.433.8888
Capitaland Taxi518.453.8888
Duffy’s Taxi518.433.8500
Yellow Cab518.433.0100



The hotel is also on the local bus line. 

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO US! (November 18-20, 2016)




BEAR Albany turns 11 this year! Join us for a weekend loaded with celebrations as we kick it off with old school birthday traditions that are sure to keep you entertained.  

FRIDAY 

BEARAOKE Meat & Greet, including birthday games, snacks, drink specials and more surprises! 9pm - ROCKS, 77 Central Av – NO COVER 21+ event.   See who's going...

SATURDAY

During the day, enjoy the pool and spa at the host hotel or get out and see New York's Capital City. Lots to see and do - check out the NYS Museum, walk the Empire State Plaza and Concourse and enjoy lunch on your own at one of the area's great eateries.

Saturday night, DJ Kurt Jo is back in the house to keep you moving - Dance your ass of in the club or chill out in the pub, lots of space for lots of fun at ROCKS, 77 Central Av. HOT Go-GO Dancer too!– 9pm - $5 cover 21 + Event. 

Is it your birthday too? Make sure you let us know at the door and you may get a special gift.  See who's going...

SUNDAY

End the weekend with BEAR BRUNCH 11am – 2pm at Dolan’s Irish Pub, right next door to ROCKS. 

This weekend, help us celebrate over a decade of doing it right!

HOST HOTEL

You can request your reservation for studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom suites by calling the hotel directly at 518-860-1500. Please book your room in advance to receive the following special BEAR ALBANY rates:


$95 per night for studios
$99 per night for one-bedroom suite
$189 per night for two-bedroom suites

Make sure to mention you're part of the “BEAR ALBANY group” to get the discounted rate and book early as the discounted room block almost always sell out. Once you're out at the bar event, ask one of the BEAR ALBANY folks about the hospitality suite for complimentary refreshments and fun when the bar party is over.

TRANSPORTATION

The host hotel no longer offers a shuttle, so BEAR ALBANY recommends cabbing or driving responsibly to and from the event venue. Someday we will have UBER! But for now….


Buzzy’s Taxi    518.433.8888
Capitaland Taxi518.453.8888
Duffy’s Taxi518.433.8500
Yellow Cab518.433.0100



The hotel is also on the local bus line. 

BEARS AT WORK WEEKEND (September 23-25, 2016)



There’s nothing hotter than a beefy, rugged working BEAR.  Whether he’s a construction worker, cop or mechanic, these bears who work hard for their money really turn us on.  This weekend we salute all those hot men in the blue collar industry with BEARS AT WORK. 

FRIDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av - GROUND BREAKING

BEAR ALBANY breaks ground for the weekend at ROCKS with a meat & greet that includes Bearaoke, bear snacks, drink specials and other surprises.  Doors open at 9p, 21+

NO COVER charge for any of the Friday events at ROCKS.  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY - LOCKER ROOM

A hard working bear needs a well-deserved break. What better place to let loose then the “LOCKER ROOM”.  Work out in the gym, relax in one of the private rooms and shower off when you’re finished.  

1p - 5p - Location will be announced prior to event
Bring a towel, appropriate attire and a lock
21+ event, Cover Charge TBD

Lunch is on your own at any one of Albany’s finest eateries of your choice

Check out Lark Fest street festival 10a – 6p


SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av - INDUSTRY DANCE PARTY

Throw on your favorite blue collar work uniform and join the fun.  Chill out in the pub or dance your ass off in club. Musical entertainment by DJ KURTJO.  

Great drink specials, give-aways, door prizes and more.  Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter $5 cover.  See who's going...

SUNDAY – Dolan’s Pub, 75 Central Av

BEAR Brunch 11a - 2p

Meet with the bears one last time before the weekend wraps up.  Dolan’s has a great breakfast, brunch and lunch menu that never leaves you hungry.

HOST HOTEL

You can request your reservation for studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom suites by calling the hotel directly at 518-860-1500. Please book your room in advance to receive the following special BEAR ALBANY rates:


$95 per night for studios
$99 per night for one-bedroom suite
$189 per night for two-bedroom suites

Be sure to mention you're part of the “BEAR ALBANY group” to get the discounted rate and book early as the discounted room block almost always sell out. Once you're out at the bar event, ask one of the BEAR ALBANY folks about the hospitality suite for complimentary refreshments and fun when the bar party is over.

TRANSPORTATION

The host hotel no longer offers a shuttle, so BEAR ALBANY recommends cabbing or driving responsibly to and from the event venue. Someday we will have UBER! But for now….

Buzzy’s Taxi  518.433.8888
Capitaland Taxi 518.453.8888
Duffy’s Taxi  518.433.8500
Yellow Cab  518.433.0100

The hotel is also on the local bus line. 

INTO THE WOODS WEEKEND!! (Apr 22-24, 2016)



Afraid of what you may find lurking in the woods? Well don’t be cuz there’s a big ole party in there!  Join BEAR ALBANY as we take to the woods, inside of ROCKS, 77 Central Avenue in Albany for a weekend of fun, fur and naughtiness.

FRIDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av

As a reminder, we have moved all of our Friday Night events to BEAR ALBANY Headquarters at ROCKS, 77 Central Av.

Carmie Hope will be hosting Bearaoke as Goldilocks, along with one of her three bears “JstaBear” in the DJ booth. We’ll also be playing a couple of rounds of almost-naked Twister.  All participants  MUST strip down to their boxers, briefs or jocks to play! Meat and greet in the pub or sing your ass off in the club!

Drinks specials, bear snacks –and NO COVER charge for any of the Friday events.  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY

Ever wanted to tie up a bear in the woods and have your way with him?  Ever wanted to be the one tied up? If you want to learn how, our local Rope Master Jay Rood will be on hand to give you all the tips and instructions you need to wrangle a hot bear!  Demonstration starts at 1pm in the pub at ROCKS, 77 Central Av. Ask questions, get tied up or just observe - This is a free event with Happy Hour drink prices at the bar.  Attend the rope class and get a 10% discount coupon for Dolan’s Sports bar to be used during the weekend.

There is always something to do in NY’s Capital region.  If it’s too cold to venture out, enjoy the heated pool and hot tub at the host hotel or choose from one of the other fabulous event options that we will post as the event draws near.

In addition, there is the New York State Museum, the Empire State Plaza, river front and loads more!

Grab lunch at one of the area’s eateries of your choice. BEAR ALBANY recommends:
SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av

It’s a flannel party! Throw on your favorite flannel and meet us at ROCKS for the biggest woods dance party Albany has seen. Special guest DJ to keep you moving!

Great drink specials, music, give-aways, door prizes and maybe some more surprises.  21+ to enter $5 door.  See who's going...

SUNDAY

The weekend wraps up at Dolan’s Sports Bar at 75 Central Avenue (next to ROCKS) for brunch, lunch or whatever you want to munch. The corn beef hash is the best in town! See you at 11am!

The fun isn't over yet - close out the weekend with BEAR MEATZ Tea Dance at ROCKS.  $4 HUGE Long Island Ice Teas, $2 Domestic Bottles & $3 Fire Ball Shots!  NO COVER 5p-8p.

HOTELS WILL BOOK FAST!! 

You can request your reservation for studios, one-bedroom, or two-bedroom suites by calling the hotel directly at 518-860-1500. Please book your room in advance to receive the following special BEAR ALBANY rates:

$95 per night for studios
$99 per night for one-bedroom suite
$189 per night for two-bedroom suites

Be sure to mention you're part of the “BEAR ALBANY group” to get the discounted rate and book early as the discounted room block almost always sell out. Once you're out at the bar event, ask one of the BEAR ALBANY folks about the hospitality suite for complimentary refreshments and fun when the bar party is over.

TRANSPORTATION

The host hotel no longer offers a shuttle, so BEAR ALBANY recommends cabbing or driving responsibly to and from the event venue. Someday we will have UBER! But for now….

Buzzy’s Taxi 518.433.8888
Capitaland Taxi 518.453.8888
Duffy’s Taxi 518.433.8500
Yellow Cab 518.433.0100

The hotel is also on the local bus line.