Bear Week

• Who is IBFF Bear Week for?+

  Bears, cubs, daddies, otters and the men who love them. Every Bearadise event is men only and 18+.
• How can I meet more friendly gay men in Puerto Vallarta?+

  Plenty of guys come solo. Start at our Welcome Pool Party on Friday, January 22, and you’ll see familiar faces at every party after that.
• Do Bearadise tickets work at other Bear Week parties?+

  No. Bear Week in Puerto Vallarta is several producers’ parties in the same ten days, and each one sells its own tickets. Ours are for Bearadise events only. Our Bear Week guide lists everyone’s.
• Do I have to come for all ten days?+

  No. Every party has its own ticket, so build the week you want.
• Which events are clothing-optional?+

  All six pool parties, the Love Boat on board, and Bearadise Beach. Each event’s page says what applies there.
• How do tickets and wristbands work?+

  Buy online and your confirmation arrives by email. A few days before each event we email ticket holders, and post here and on social media, where and when to pick up your wristband.
• Can I buy tickets at the door?+

  Yes, many of our events also sell tickets at the door, but buying ahead is strongly encouraged. Many have limited capacity, and the door price is often higher, so save yourself money and get them early.
• Can I get a refund?+

  All sales are final. Tickets can be transferred to a future Bearadise event with 24-hour written notice.Refund policy
• What’s the weather like in late January?+

  Warm days and cool nights. Highs around 27°C (81°F), lows around 16°C (62°F), and very little rain. Bring a layer for the evenings and the boat ride back.
• Will I see whales?+

  Probably. Humpback season in the bay runs from December to March and peaks in January and February.
• How do I get from the airport to the Zona Romántica?+

  Uber is often cheaper than a taxi, but Uber can’t pick up on airport property. To use Uber or DiDi, take a short walk after you leave the airport: turn left, follow the others over the pedestrian bridge, and meet your driver there. It’s about 30 minutes to the Zona Romántica. If you’d rather not walk, the official airport taxi is around 405 pesos for up to three people.
• Should I bring pesos or dollars?+

  Pesos are very much appreciated and preferred in Puerto Vallarta. Credit cards work in many places, but some bars, and tipping, run on pesos rather than dollars. Use an ATM inside a bank, like Banorte in the Zona Romántica, and in a busy week like this one, take out pesos early: by the end of the week many ATMs run out.
• How much should I tip?+

  About 15 to 20 percent at restaurants and around 20 pesos a drink at the bar, in pesos. Tips for our crews and hosts are not included in your ticket.
• Do I need a car?+

  No. The Zona Romántica is walkable, and Uber, DiDi and taxis cover the rest. An Uber across town is usually 50 to 100 pesos.
• Do I need a passport?+

  If you’re flying in from abroad, yes, a passport book. A U.S. passport card isn’t accepted for flights into Mexico.
• Is Puerto Vallarta safe for gay travelers?+

  Puerto Vallarta is one of the most welcoming places in Mexico for gay travelers, and the Zona Romántica is busy and walkable late into the night. Use the same sense you would at home: take an Uber or a taxi after dark rather than walking far, keep an eye on your drink and your phone, and leave valuables in your room. Travel advisories change, so check your government’s current advice for Mexico before you go.

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Bear Week has parties from every promoter in town. See our Bear Week guide →