Venue Detail
Bears Amsterdam
About this venue
Get ready to hibernating in the best way possible, because Bears Amsterdam is the cozy, furry, and oh-so-friendly heart of the city's bear scene! This isn't just a bar; it’s a warm hug in the form of a neighborhood pub, where the "daddies," "cubs," and "otters" gather to serve authentic community realness. 🐻🇳🇱✨
Practical details
Address: Sint Jacobsstraat 6, 1012 NC Amsterdam, Netherlands
Hours: Mon – Thu: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM. Fri – Sat: 4:00 PM – 3:00 AM (For when you need a late-night honey pot). Sunday: 4:00 PM – 1:00 AM.
Canonical: https://www.queeratlas.app/es/amsterdam/venues/bears-amsterdam--1122
Venue intelligence
Know before you go
Typical queue
Bears Amsterdam is usually a bar walk-in; Bear Pride, visiting titleholders and house-music events fill the social floor and play area. Use the current Sint Jacobsstraat 6 address. Coat check costs €1.50; lockers €2 plus €10 deposit.
Best night
Choose a dated bear-community event, Sunday social or Amsterdam Bear Pride gathering for maximum connection. An ordinary early evening suits conversation; large Bear Necessity dance events happen at Panama, not inside this compact bar.
Locals vs visitors
Bears, cubs, otters, daddies, chasers and friends form the centre. Women and non-binary guests are explicitly welcome; trans men are welcome throughout the bar, events and play area when they identify with the men/bear community.
Dress code in practice
Casual bear-bar wear, denim, leather and fetish accents all fit without a universal costume. Check a named event for gear. Use the cloakroom or locker for valuables and retain the deposit token before closing.
Staff inclusion
The official FAQ answers trans-men, women and non-binary access directly rather than vaguely: trans men may use the play area, and non-male friends are welcome when respecting the bear focus. Free condoms and safer-sex information are provided.
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