Boston Bear 2026 thanks all who welcomed him at his public debut, Bear Tea Sunday evening! And thanks also to all who participated in our raffle and to Club Cafe for providing a gift basket as the prize! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #bostonbear2026 #clubcafeboston #BearTea
Join us for the debut of Boston Bear 2026, Ali, at Bear Tea! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #bostonbear2026 #clubcafeboston
Huge thank you due to all of our incredible #bostonbear2026 contestants! Each stepped into the spotlight, shared their life experience, talent, dreams with confidence and passion. They entertained, but also inspired us and made it a night to remember! Thank you! #MBCCommunity #alleybarboston
Thanks, Boston Bear 2026 Contest judges: Chad Brennan, Devonta Thomas, Eddie Sampson, Shawn Mims, Doug Bronco (top photo, L to R). Judging is a full day's commitment. We greatly appreciate judges volunteering their time! #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston
Thanks once again to the Alley Bar for hosting our Boston Bear Contest! Throughout the years the Alley has continued to provide the space, the staging, and the wonderful bar staff who contribute to making this a successful event. Thank you! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston
We'd like to thank our Boston Bear 2026 Contest co-hosts, Dave Sawyer and Kris Knievil, Christopher Fijal, for the amazing energy they brough to the evening! Thank you both for making our event memorable! #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston
Congratulations to Ali, Boston Bear! Save the date - next Sunday, October 19th, Ali and Mass Bears and Cubs will be at Club Cafe Boston for Bear Tea! Join us for Boston Bear 2026's debut event! #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #BearTea #clubcafeboston #bostonbear2026
And the winner is ... Contestant #5, Ali! Congratulations! #bostonbear2026 #MBCCommunity #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston
Meet our six contestants this evening at the Alley Bar - they are mingling with the crowd at the bar. Support your favorite by purchasing a few raffle tickets! And join us tomorrow evening for the main event. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston
Rob Claffie joins us as Tallymaster for the Boston Bear 2026 Contest! In 2003, Rob won the coveted title of Mr. Boston Leather and has devoted his time to Fits Like A Glove, Bay State Marauders, and Rhode Island Leather Enthusiasts. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbeartickets #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston
Patrick Moriarty, Boston Bear Contestant #6! Boston born salt and paprika daddy who'll make you bacon the morning after. Loves to garden, cook, lift weights, cuddle, and excited to celebrate big gay joy and connect with his local bears! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets
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Chad Brennan, Boston Bear 2013, joins the #bostonbear2026 judging panel! Chad also hosts Karaoke at the Alley Bar at least one Sunday a month with a goal of creating a fun and welcoming environment for all to sing! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #MBCCommunity #alleybarboston
The Boston Bear 2026 Contestants! Join us Saturday, October 11th, 9 p.m., to cheer on your favorite. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets
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Ali Ibrahim, Boston Bear Contestant #5! Ali has been an active member of the Community, a member of the BU LGBTQ+ Center Community, BU Q for Queer Activist Collective, BU Queer First-Gen Students. Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston
#bostonbear2026 Contest co-host: Boston legend Kris Knievil, beloved drag queen for years, known for larger-than-life performances and hilarious, quick-witted comedy, has graced stages of every major Boston LGBT club, captivating audiences with her glamour, charisma, laughs. #alleybarboston
Boston Bear Contestant #4! Anthony LaFauci want us all to know that he's proud to be part of the bear and cub community and thrilled to announce he’ll be competing for Boston Bear 2026! Tickets: bit.ly/bostonbear20...
#MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #socialbears #charitablebears #alleybarboston
Tomas de las Casas, Contestant 3! “I love being a big furry, beefy boy and I love supporting you big, furry, beefy boys too! I’m excited to show the world how we can continue coming together no matter how hard times get.” Saturday, Oct 11, Alley Bar! Tickets at bit.ly/bostonbear20...
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#bostonbear2026 Contestant #2! Steven is a big believer in kindness, creativity, and meaningful connections - whether sharing stories, savoring the little things, or chasing new adventures. Meet Steven at Contestant Meet and Greet, the Alley, Friday, October 10, 8 pm. #MBCCommunity #alleybarboston
Introducing the Boston Bear 2026 Contestants! Contestant #1: Jay is a born New Englander, recently back in Boston after 8 years in NYC. He works in advertising and loves Queer History, Dry Champagne, and his black leather harness! #MBCCommunity #bostonbear2026 #alleybarboston
A packed calendar for October! Save these dates! In addition to our regular monthly events, the Boston Bear 2026 Contest on Saturday, October 11th! Still a few discounted early bird tickets available: bit.ly/bostonbear2026tickets
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Are you the next Boston Bear? Our Boston Bear 2026 Contest Weekend takes place October 10th and 11th at the Alley Bar. We have one additional contestant spot available... the spotlight could be yours!
Contestant application available online at bit.ly/2026BostonBear
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