Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend announce that they are raising funds for The Brighton Rainbow Fund and The Sussex Beacon Brighton Bear Weekend is one of the biggest events on the community calendar, which takes place this year from Thursday, July 6 to Sunday, July 9. By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend Easter Quiz to raise funds for Sussex Beacon and Brighton Rainbow Fund on Thursday, April 6 BBW are excited to extend a special invitation to furry friends – bears, otters, and cubs – but everyone is welcome. Not only will there be a quiz with great prizes, but there will also be a raffle with a hamper from Chris Sarson, Funeral Director, and prizes donated from Sussex Beacon and Mike Quin By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Fundraising News Brighton venues and Brighton Bear Weekend to raise funds for the Sussex Beacon in February Two of Brighton’s gay venues will be running events to raise vital funds for local HIV charity the Sussex Beacon in February. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Brighton Bear Weekend Christmas Party at Nautilus Lounge to raise funds for Brighton Rainbow Fund BBW say: “Indulge in all those glorious cocktails. Is anyone up for a Snowball? It doesn’t matter if you have been naughty or nice; you are most welcome.” By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Community News The Brighton Rainbow Fund Grant Presentation event Tuesday, November 1 saw the return of the Brighton Rainbow Fund (BRF) Grant Presentations event for the first time in three years. Venues and fundraising events were also recognised with the Brighton Rainbow Fund Fundraising Champion Awards. By Chris Gull • 4 min read
Fundraising News Brighton Bear Weekend raises £6,000 for the Brighton Rainbow Fund Helped by some lovely weather and excellent attendance, BBW 2022 had its most successful weekend ever which provided an excellent opportunity to maximise their fundraising efforts. By Contributor • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend LISTINGS: Brighton Bear Weekend to roar back to life in July Brighton Bear Weekend, which last year raised £4,000 for the Brighton Rainbow Fund, is to roar back to life in July – from Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17. By Graham Robson • 2 min read
LGBTQ+ News Meet the fabulous contestants for Mr Brighton Bear 2022! Brighton Bear Weekend, which this year takes place Thursday, July 14 – Sunday, July 17, has announced the seven finalists of this year’s Mr Brighton Bear competition, and what a line-up it is! By Graham Robson • 3 min read
LGBTQ+ News Brighton Bear Weekend saddened by the passing of Mx. Brighton Bear. “As a non-binary bear, Antoni not only embodied our values as an inclusive organisation, but also demonstrated how to live life to the fullest.” By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Brighton Bear Weekend Applications OPEN for Mr Brighton Bear 2022 Fancy yourself as Mr Brighton Bear 2022? Go on, you know you do! By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Brighton Bear Weekend announces ‘The Dirty Show’ with ‘Where the Bears Are’ creator Ben Zook Ben Zook, from the hit gay web series Where the Bears Are, plays Skyler Gentry – America’s favourite actor, singer, dancer, psychic… He’s really dirty, really gay, and performs original raunchy songs and ‘psychic readings’ with audience members! By Graham Robson • 1 min read
Arts Brighton Bear Weekend launches merchandise and ticket sales for BBW 2022 Brighton Bear Weekend has announced its 2022 merchandise range is now on sale, along with wristbands and tickets for this year’s Bear Weekend taking place from Thursday, July 14 to Sunday, July 17. By Graham Robson • 2 min read