WINTER WONDER BEAR WEEKEND (Jan 26th - 28th, 2018)

BEAR ALBANY is welcoming in the new year with Winter Wonder Bear Weekend. Come out of hibernation and party in New York’s Capital City! 

FRIDAY NIGHT - ROCKS, 77 Central Av

The festivities begin with Bearaoke on Friday Night including a scavenger hunt where you can win prizes!

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


SATURDAY DAY – On your own to do what you want!

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.


SATURDAY NIGHT - ROCKS, 77 Central Av

The main event – Winter Wonder Bear Dance party with a special guest DJ to keep you moving! Great drink specials, music, give-aways, and maybe some more surprises.  21+ to enter $5 door at 9pm.  See who's going...

SUNDAY 

The fun isn’t over yet – Close out the weekend with Sunday Tea Dance at ROCKS.  $4 HUGE Long Island Ice Teas & $10 buckets of Bud & Bud Light.  NO COVER 5p-8p. 

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 be sure to 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

Take advantage of ride sharing by getting an Uber or a Lyft or use one of the local taxi companies. The hotel is also on the local bus line. Check out www.cdta.org or download the app.

BIRTHDAY BEAR WEEKEND (Nov 10th - 12th, 2017)

It's that time of year again, BEAR ALBANY’s Birthday - and we're pulling out all the stops! Friday night Bear-e-oke with Carmie Hope and Jim Stadel in the club along with Lance & the Underwear Models in the pub. Saturday night we welcome Big Dipper for a performance, meet & greet and special DJ set!!   PLUS, a couple of guys that will be making fantasies come true out on the dance floor – Topher Phoenix & Muscle Bull. Don't miss the biggest BEAR ALBANY party of the year!! Host bar for the weekend is ROCKS, 77 Central Av, Albany, home of BEAR ALBANY Headquarters.

Stay tuned for other event announcements including option day events. 

Doors open at 9pm both nights, 21 + to enter, $5 cover Saturday night. See who's going...

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 be sure to 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

Ride sharing will be in effect by this event weekend so order up an Uber or Lyft or do it like we used to with one of the local taxi services listed below: 

All Star Transportation		518.433.8888
Duffy’s Taxi		518.433.8500

The hotel is also on the local bus line.

TOGA BEAR WEEKEND (Sept 22th - 24th, 2017)

Bear Albany is bringing back TOGA!...TOGA!...TOGA!  This popular weekend is a great excuse to wear even less to the bar, so break out those extra bed sheets and show Albany how HOT you look in a toga!  Join us September 22-24th in Albany’s Capital City. 

FRIDAY NIGHT - Meat & Greet / Bearaoke (ROCKS 77 Central Av)  9pm

Things unfold on the club side with our very own God and Goddess of the Bears, Carmie & Jim! Sing on your own or as a group as your Bearaoke hosts, along with Jeremy behind the bar keep things going.  On the pub side you can be your own DJ and battle with other Touch Tunes juke box players while the Underwear Boys & Men entertain.  (Feel free to strip down to your own skivvies).  Lance will be keeping your thirst quenched from behind the bar.  The first night of the weekend is a great time to “meat” new friends and “greet” new ones - don’t be shy!  21+ to enter NO COVER CHARGE!  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY – On your own to do what you want!

Grab lunch, go shopping for materials to create your Toga or…..

Check out the Haunted History Walking Tour in downtown Albany. Lace up your best walking shoes!  Brave Guests will be guided along Albany’s downtown streets to unearth the capital city’s storied past. 

You can also check out the 28th Annual Hudson Mohawk Antique Truck Show at the Saratoga County Fairgrounds in Ballston Spa, NY.  Each year, nearly 300 antique trucks are registered at the antique truck show.

Feeling lucky?  Take a quick trip to the River's Edge Casino!


SATURDAY NIGHT – Toga!...Toga!...Toga Dance!!! (ROCKS, 77 Central Av) 9pm

The main event Toga Party on Saturday night will have clothes check, so you can don your royal wrap and enjoy the night with ease. Be creative with your draping and accessories, you never know who you may wish to impress! Be social and mingle with your court – Touch Tunes Juke Box on the pub side with Louie bartending and the outdoor patio deck to cool off. Special guest DJ, dancing, drink specials, late night food and plenty more!!  What happens in Albany, stays in Albany…  21+ to enter - $5 donation at the door to benefit the HIV ward at Albany Medical Center.  See who's going...

SUNDAY – Sunday Tea of Course!  (ROCKS, 77 Central Av) – 4pm - 8pm

ROCKS’ famous Tea Dance 4p-8p with a Back-Deck BBQ and Mason Jar $4 Long Island Iced Teas all-day/all-night!! Whoever said size doesn’t matter hasn’t had a Tea at ROCKS, so why not stay til Monday?  BEAR ALBANY rate is always honored at the host hotel. 

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 be sure to 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

Ride sharing will be in effect by this event weekend so order up an Uber or Lyft or do it like we used to with one of the local taxi services listed below: 

All Star Transportation		518.433.8888
Duffy’s Taxi		518.433.8500

The hotel is also on the local bus line.

SWEATY BEAR WEEKEND (JULY 28th - 30th, 2017)

July is HOT & BEAR ALBANY is making things even hotter with Sweaty Bear Weekend July 28th – 30th! Things heat up with a meet and greet on Friday night, optional things to do Saturday daytime, then the main event, Sweaty Bear Dance Party on Saturday night.  Things start to simmer down with Brunch on Sunday morning, then one last burst of heat with an afternoon Tea Dance, including a FREE Back Deck BBQ featuring $4 Long Island Iced Teas all-day/all-night!  Here are the important details: 

FRIDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEARAOKE

Fridays at ROCKS are famous for singing along with Carmie & Jim and this weekend is no exception. Bearaoke is in the Club but if singing isn't your thing then hang out with Lance on the Pub side and TouchTunes DJ!!  Either way, keep an eye out for a special guest who's sure to make you perspire!

Drink specials and NO COVER!  Doors open at 9p for Bearaoke, 21+ to enter.  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY – Out & About on your own!

Enjoy the pool and hot tub at the host hotel, the sites of downtown and the many fine eateries Albany has to offer.  Feeling lucky?  You can always take a short trip to the new River's Edge Casino!

Harness Albany's Jay Rood moderates a fun and informative rope bondage workshop Saturday 3pm to 5pm during Sweaty Bear Weekend at Rocks! It'll be an interactive workshop covering safety, knots, intention and technique. Some rope will be provided but you can bring your own. Don't miss it!

Whatever you decide to do during the day, don’t get too burned out, 'cause the Saturday night party is gonna be HOT!

SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – Sweaty Bear

Bear Weekend’s main event!  Awesome music from our Guest DJ will get you on the dance floor and turn you into a Sweaty Bear! Take a break and chill out on the Pub side then come back for more.  No dress code so wear whatever makes you sweaty - Leather, rubber, uniform, sports gear, whatever makes you HOT! Feel free to strip on down to your jockstrap too!

Guest DJ, drink specials, give-a-ways and more. Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter - $5 cover  See who's going...

SUNDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEAR BRUNCH & SUNDAY TEA

Change of plans friends – Brunch is on your own this weekend! Due to unforeseen circumstances, ROCKS is unable to host Brunch this weekend. We recommend Café 217 (close to host hotel) or Iron Gate Café.  

Sunday Tea is still on!  A little bit later, ROCKS’ famous Tea Dance 4p-8p with a Back Deck BBQ and Mason Jar $4 Long Island Iced Teas & $10 buckets of Bud or Bud Light all-day/all-night!! 

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 be sure to 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

Ride sharing will be in effect by this event weekend so order up an Uber or Lyft or do it like we used to with one of the local taxi services listed below: 

All Star Transportation		518.433.8888
Duffy’s Taxi		518.433.8500

The hotel is also on the local bus line.

MILITARY BEAR WEEKEND (May 26th - 28th, 2017)

BEAR ALBANY is celebrating Memorial Day Weekend with Military Bear!  The fun begins with a meet and greet on Friday night, optional day events on Saturday and the main event, Service Bear Dance Party Saturday night.  Brunch on Sunday morning at ROCKS, a special Disco Tea Dance from 5-8 with a FREE Back Deck BBQ starting at 6 and $4 Long Island Iced Teas all-day/all-night!  Monday, enjoy your day off with a leisurely Happy Hour with more BBQ food and plenty of drink and beer specials!!  Here are the important details: 

FRIDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEARAOKE

Meet and Greet in the Club for Camo Karaoke with Jim and Carmie. Participate in a Scavenger Hunt for Drink Cards!  Or hang out with Lance on the Pub side and TuoughTunes DJ!!  Drink specials and NO COVER!  Doors open at 9p for Bearaoke, 21+ to enter - NO COVER!  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY – Out & About on your own!

Enjoy the pool at the host hotel, the sites of downtown Albany and the many fine eateries.

Whatever you decide to do during the day, don’t get too spent because you don’t wanna miss the Saturday night party at ROCKS.

SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – Military Bear

Gear up for the main event!  Dust off your camos and go commando or put on your dress whites and salute the night away!!  Dance your ass off in the club or chill out in the pub.  Guest DJ, drink specials, give-a-ways and more.  Keep in mind boots, came and shirtless is a HOT look - just saying!  Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter - $5 cover for civilians, NO COVER for active duty personnel with valid Military ID - Thank you for your service!  See who's going...

SUNDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEAR BRUNCH 

ROCKS has a great Brunch menu planned featuring David’s famous corned beef hash - 11a – 2p, fixed price.  ROCKS famous Tea Dance 4p-8p is having a DISCO Tea with a Back Deck BBQ and our Mason Jar $4 Long Island Iced Teas!! 

MONDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – MEMORIAL DAY 

Plenty of local parades to salute those in uniform who have and do sacrifice everything to protect us!  ROCKS opens at 2p with a special Memorial Day Happy Hour from 2p-9p and more free grilled meats!! 

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 be sure to 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

Albany will be getting ride sharing in the coming months, but in the meantime, BEAR ALBANY recommends cabbing or driving responsibly to and from the event venue. 

All Star Transportation		518.433.8888
Duffy’s Taxi		518.433.8500
Yellow Cab		518.433.0100

The hotel is also on the local bus line. 

LUCKY BEAR WEEKEND (March 17th - 19th, 2017)

BEAR ALBANY is celebrating St. Patrick’s Day with LUCKY BEAR Weekend!  The fun begins with a meet and greet on Friday night, optional day events on Saturday and the main event, Kegs & Kilts Dance Party Saturday night.  Things wrap up with brunch on Sunday morning.  Here are the important details:  

FRIDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEARAOKE

Meet and Greet in the Club with Pot ‘o Gold Bearaoke featuring two shows by the hot men of Bearlesque.  Drink specials and NO COVER!  Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter - NO COVER!  See who's going...

SATURDAY DAY – Out & About on your own!

Enjoy the sites of downtown Albany and the many fine eateries.  You can also venture across the river for the Collar City Kilt Fest.

Whatever you decide to do during the day, don’t get too spent because you don’t wanna miss the Saturday night party at ROCKS.

SATURDAY NIGHT – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – Kegs & Kilts

Gear up for the main event! Dust off your kilt and go commando.  Dance your ass off in the club or chill out in the pub. Guest DJ, drink specials, give-a-ways and more. Doors open at 9p, 21+ to enter - $5 cover.  See who's going...

SUNDAY – ROCKS, 77 Central Av – BEAR BRUNCH 

Meet with the bears one last time as the weekend wraps ups.   ROCKS has a great Irish Brunch menu planned featuring David’s famous corned beef hash. 11a – 2p, fixed price. 

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 be sure to 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….

All Star Transportation		518.433.8888
Duffy’s Taxi		518.433.8500
Yellow Cab		518.433.0100

The hotel is also on the local bus line.