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Ogunquit Beach Bear Weekend August 20-24, 2025

Your Hosts

The online t-shirt shop for Ruff Studios & Unique Designs from southern Maine artist Shane Ruff.

BURLYSHIRTS

The premier gay dance club & lounge in southern Maine's coastal town of Ogunquit.

MAINESTREET

Treat yourself to a memorable getaway at one of their Ogunquit Village Collection Inns, where comfort and luxury meet!  All the inns of OGT Inns are locally &  bear owned!

OGT INNS

Ogunquit's Maine-Inspired bar and restaurant serving breakfast, brunch, lunch, & dinner in a beautiful setting near Perkins Cove.

PERKINS COVE KITCHEN

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Let the fun begin!

The big weekend has come and we are off to lots of smiles, laughs, and great times together!

Register to Obtain a Complimentary Wristband

Registering to obtain a no-cost wristband will get you into all of the Ogunquit Beach Bear Weekend events.  With a few exceptions (* events indicate an entrance or ticket fee to participate), there are no costs to accessing our events, but all participants must have a wristband to attend scheduled activities.  Please note, while many events are free to enter, there are costs associated with purchasing drinks, foods, and goods, etc.  


Complimentary Wristband Collection Dates/Times/Locations:

Wednesday, August 20, 1pm to 8pm, Abalonia Inn - 268 Main St.

Thursday, August 21, 10am to 8pm, Abalonia Inn - 268 Main St.

Friday, August 22, 10am to 8pm, Abalonia Inn - 268 Main St.

Saturday, August 23, 10am to 8pm, Abalonia Inn - 268 Main St.


In addition to accessing our events, the wristbands will get you discounts at participating businesses throughout the weekend!  Stay tuned as we update our website with further information.  


Throughout the weekend, we will also be raffling off prizes and gift baskets, such as a $100 gift certificate to Burly Shirts, a $250 gift certificate to OGT Inns, and a $100 gift certificate to Perkins Cove Kitchen.  Your registration gives you one chance to win and you can purchase additional tickets at the front desk of the Abalonia Inn throughout the weekend!

All funds raised will support Out Maine, supporting LGBTQ+ youth.

REGISTRATION

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Where to Stay in Ogunquit?

Check out the options from OGT Inns, locally and bear owned!

Abalonia Inn

High Rock at Abalonia

High Rock at Abalonia

The main host inn, where there will be lots of action from pool parties to the Bears Cave!  Also, close to the other main events.

ABALONIA INN

High Rock at Abalonia

High Rock at Abalonia

High Rock at Abalonia

Across the street from the main host inn, but still close enough to be part of the action and very close to other main events.

HIGH ROCK AT ABALONIA

Inn At Perkins Cove

High Rock at Abalonia

Inn At Perkins Cove

The furthest from the main host in and main events, however closest to Perkins Cove.  IPC offers an elevated experience and there's an onsite restaurant, Perkins Cove Kitchen!

INN AT PERKINS COVE

Inn On Shore Road

Nellie Littlefield Inn

Inn At Perkins Cove

Prefer a place close, yet not part of all the action?  ISR is your place to lay your head and quickly escape when you need!

INN ON SHORE ROAD

Moon Over Maine

Nellie Littlefield Inn

Nellie Littlefield Inn

Around the corner from the main host inn and close to the main events.  A great spot for those who prefer a cruiser location!

MOON OVER MAINE

Nellie Littlefield Inn

Nellie Littlefield Inn

Nellie Littlefield Inn

OGT Inns' premiere property; there's nothing like a Queen-Anne Victorian!  Stay in luxury, while still being close to all the action and main events.  

NELLIE LITTLEFIELD

The Schedule

The Schedule

The Schedule

The Schedule

The Schedule

The Schedule

All events & times are subject to change.

Keep checking back here and our socials for more updates.

All events hosted at inns are open to everyone with wristbands, whether you're staying at that inn or not.


Note:  Events marked with a * have a entrance/reservation/ticket fee.


Bear in mind that most places of business will have other non-bear patrons too.

Wednesday - August 20th

1pm - 8pm | ARRIVAL & WRISTBAND COLLECTION

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Obtain your complimentary wristband to take part in all the events, which do not have an entrance or ticket fee.  Also, purchase tickets for chances to win prizes and gift baskets throughout the weekend and support Out Maine.

1pm - 6pm | WELCOME EVENT - HOT TUB & POOL PARTY

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Welcome party for anyone with a wristband.  Come meet others and enjoy the hot tub and pool at the Abalonia Inn.

3pm - 8pm | GUEST ROOM CHECK-IN*

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST. & OTHER OGT INNS' PROPERTIES

Check into the main host hotel, the Abalonia Inn or other Ogunquit inns. 

Reserve your room today!

https://ogtinns.com/

5pm - 7:40pm | WICKED PART-1 ON SCREEN

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

Grab a drink and some popcorn for this free viewing of Wicked!  Doors open at 4pm, with access to order from the Leavitt kitchen and award winning cocktail bar.

8pm - 9:15pm | DUELING DRAG DIVAS*

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Ogunquit's LIVE SINGING!  CELEBRITY IMPRESSION SHOW!  Beyonce!  Chappell Roan!  Celine Dion!  Taylor Swift! + DIRTY DIZNEE ROUND!  Outrageously Offensive!

(Purchase tickets early, as they often sell-out quickly.)

https://www.mainestreetogunquit.com/divas

9pm - 12am | QUEERAOKE

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

What's better than having an inclusive, validating, safe space?  A safe space with karaoke hosted by Black Kitten!

9:30pm - Closing | KARAOKE

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Enjoy an evening of singing with your new friends.

9pm - Closing | MEN'S SOCIAL

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Come enjoy socializing with the others at Ogunquit's most fun bar.

10pm - 2am | BEAR CAVE

Abalonia Inn | 268 MAIN ST.

Come check out the Cave for some late night fun!

Thursday - August 21st

8am - 2pm | BEAR-FAST & BEAR-UNCH

PERKINS COVE KITCHEN | 312 SHORE RD.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast or lunch with your new friends at Perkins Cove Kitchen (PCK).  Try their delicious bloody mary and present your wristband to receive 10% off food.  See menu for food options. https://perkinscovekitchen.com/breakfast%2Fbrunch%2Flunch

10am - 8pm | WRISTBAND COLLECTION

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Obtain your complimentary wristband to take part in all the events, which do not have an entrance or ticket fee.  Also, purchase tickets for chances to win prizes and gift baskets throughout the weekend and support Out Maine.

9am | HIKING

MEET AT NELLIE LITTLEFIELD INN | 27 SHORE RD.

Come get your steps in on a morning hike, a short drive away to Mt. Agamenticus.  Bring your car or carpool, and come enjoy the panoramic views from atop the summit. 

https://agamenticus.org/

11:30am - 2pm | LOBSTER ROLL & DRINK STROLL

BRIX+BRINE  | 49 SHORE RD. & PERKINS COVE KITCHEN | 312 SHORE RD.

ADDITIONAL LOCATIONS TO BE ADDED

Come enjoy some of Maine's finest lobster rolls on a fun stroll through town, and pop in to a few shops too (discount options coming soon).

11am - 4pm | BEARS ON THE BEACH

OGUNQUIT BEACH | SECTION 3

Catch some sun and waves at the beach.  Walk over to Section 3 to hang out with all the other bears.

2pm - 6pm | BACKYARD PARTY

MOON OVER MAINE | 22 BERWICK RD.

Enjoy some chill time getting to know the other bears around the fire pit of Moon Over Maine.

3pm - 8pm | GUEST ROOM CHECK-IN*

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST. & OTHER OGT INNS' PROPERTIES

Check into the main host hotel, the Abalonia Inn or other Ogunquit inns.  

Reserve your room today!

https://ogtinns.com/

4pm - 9pm | WHO'S HUNGRY

PERKINS COVE KITCHEN | 312 SHORE RD.

Enjoy an elevated dinner at Perkins Cove Kitchen (PCK) & try one of their specialty cocktails.  Present your wristband to receive 10% off food.  See menu for food options.

https://perkinscovekitchen.com/dinner

5pm - 6:15pm | BEAR-INGO!*

LEAVITT THEATER | 259 MAIN ST.

Bingo with Ogunquit's Minerva and One of the Three Bears

A fundraiser to support Equality Commons, an Equality Community Center housing initiative.  https://eccmaine.org/).

Doors open at 4pm with access to order from the Leavitt kitchen and award winning cocktail bar.

8pm - 9:30pm | STAND UP COMEDY NIGHT

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

Rob Steen brings  a rotating cast of comedians to the Leavitt Lounge's stage!  Dinner & drinks available during the show! 

9pm - Closing | BEARS & LONG ISLANDS

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Come join us at Ogunquit's most fun bar to socialize with other bears.

10pm - 2am | Bear Cave

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Come explore the Cave and see what pops up!

Friday - August 22nd

8am - 2pm | BEAR BRUNCH

PERKINS COVE KITCHEN | 312 SHORE RD.

Enjoy a hearty breakfast or lunch with your new friends at Perkins Cove Kitchen (PCK).  Try the bear plank and present your wristband to receive 10% off food.  See menu for food options. https://perkinscovekitchen.com/breakfast%2Fbrunch%2Flunch

https://perkinscovekitchen.com/dinner

9:30am | MARGINAL WAY WALK

MEET AT INN ON SHORE RD. | 38 SHORE RD.

Enjoy a leisurely saunter on Ogunquit's gorgeous coastal Marginal Way.

11am - 2pm | SHOPPING IN PERKINS COVE

VARIOUS STORES IN PERKINS COVE

Enjoy shopping in the quaint art & lobster/fishing village, Perkins Cove.  Present your wristband to receive discounts at participating businesses (locations to be announced shortly).

11am - 4pm | BEACH BEAR TIME

OGUNQUIT BEACH | SECTION 3

Enjoy the warmth and views at the beach.  Walk over to Section 3 to hang out with all the other bears.

2pm -6pm | BACKYARD PARTY

MOON OVER MAINE | 22 BERWICK RD.

Enjoy some chill time getting to know the other bears by the fire pit of Moon Over Maine.

3pm - 7pm | BEAR SOUP

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Relax at the hot tub and pool with the other bears.

4pm - 12pm | LEAVITTFEST*

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

4 nights of non-stop LIVE MUSIC (FRIDAY-MONDAY)!  30+ Bands,  food & bev, single-release swag & more!  A true celebration of live & local musicianship.

https://www.leavittheatre.com/event-details-registration/leavittfest-2025-f-r-i-d-a-y

5pm - 8pm | DRINKS & DINNER

CROOKED PINE | 30 SHORE RD.

Enjoy some dinner and drinks at one of Ogunquit's gay-owned restaurants.  We suggest making reservations!

https://www.crookedpineogt.com/

8pm - 9:15pm | DUELING DRAG DIVAS*

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Ogunquit's LIVE SINGING!  CELEBRITY IMPRESSION SHOW!  Beyonce!  Chappell Roan!  Celine Dion!  Taylor Swift! + DIRTY DIZNEE ROUND!  Outrageously Offensive!

(Purchase tickets early, as they often sell-out quickly.)

https://www.mainestreetogunquit.com/divas

9pm - Closing | FUR DANCE

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Show some fur and enjoy some time dancing at Ogunquit's most fun bar!  Note, this is not an exclusive bear or mens only event.

9:30pm - Closing | BEARAOKE

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Enjoy some time singing at Ogunquit's most fun bar!

10pm - 2am | Bear Cave

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Come check out the Cave for some late night fun!

Saturday - August 23rd

9am - 12:00pm | BLOODIES & MIMOSAS STROLL

VARIOUS LOCATIONS TBA

Kickoff the day with some bloodies and mimosas across town, and also check out Ogunquit local shops.  Present your wristband to receive discounts at participating businesses (announcements coming soon).

11am - 3pm | BBQ & DIP

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

BBQ & hot tub/pool time with all the bears, compliments of OGT Inns!

12pm - 4pm | BACKYARD PARTY

MOON OVER MAINE | 22 BERWICK RD.

Enjoy some chill time getting to know the other bears around the fire pit of Moon Over Maine.

1pm - 6pm | BEAR MART

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Always a fan favorite, come support local gay-owned vendors and retailers by buying cool and unique stuff.

3pm - 7pm | BEAR TEA DANCE

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Come soak up some sun and have some fun on MaineStreet's deck for Bear Tea!

4pm - 12pm | LEAVITTFEST

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

4 nights of non-stop LIVE MUSIC (FRIDAY-MONDAY)!  30+ Bands,  food & bev, single-release swag & more!  A true celebration of live & local musicianship.

https://www.leavittheatre.com/event-details-registration/leavittfest-2025-s-a-t-u-r-d-a-y

6pm - 8pm | PIZZA PARTY

NELLIE LITTLEFIELD INN | 27 SHORE RD.

Come and have some pizza with the gang on Nellie's hot-tub and dipping pool patio!

Pizza contribution by La Pizzeria Ogunquit

7pm - 8:15pm | DUELING DRAG DIVAS*

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Ogunquit's LIVE SINGING!  CELEBRITY IMPRESSION SHOW!  Beyonce!  Chappell Roan!  Celine Dion!  Taylor Swift! + DIRTY DIZNEE ROUND!  Outrageously Offensive!

(Purchase tickets early, as they often sell-out quickly.)

https://www.mainestreetogunquit.com/divas

9pm - 10:15pm | DUELING DRAG DIVAS*

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Ogunquit's LIVE SINGING!  CELEBRITY IMPRESSION SHOW!  Beyonce!  Chappell Roan!  Celine Dion!  Taylor Swift! + DIRTY DIZNEE ROUND!  Outrageously Offensive!

(Purchase tickets early, as they often sell-out quickly.)

https://www.mainestreetogunquit.com/divas

9:00pm - Closing | DRINKS & MUSIC

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Enjoy some time with the bears at Ogunquit's most fun bar!

10:30pm - Closing | BEARS & BOYS GLOW BALL

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Come dance the night away under black lights during this men's only event!

- First 50 people will receive a free 2025 OGT Beach Bears Weekend t-shirt.

- Special guest appearance at midnight!

10pm - 2am | BEAR CAVE

ABALONIA INN | 268 MAIN ST.

Come experience the after party!

Sunday - August 24th

9am - 11am | PANCAKE BREAKFAST*

OGUNQUIT FIRE STATION | 13 SCHOOL ST.

A fundraiser to support Maine Special Olympics and be served by our Ogunquit Fire and Police Departments.

11am - 5pm | SAND, RAYS, & SALTWATER TIME

OGUNQUIT BEACH | SECTION 3

Enjoy some time at the beach with your friends before the weekend ends.

3pm - 7pm | OGUNQUIT BEACH BEAR CLOSING TEA DANCE

MAINESTREET | 195 MAIN ST.

Closing tea dance.  Enjoy one last hurrah with your friends!

4pm - 12pm | LEAVITTFEST*

LEAVITT THEATRE | 259 MAIN ST.

4 nights of non-stop LIVE MUSIC (FRIDAY-MONDAY)!  30+ Bands,  food & bev, single-release swag & more!  A true celebration of live & local musicianship.

https://www.leavittheatre.com/event-details-registration/leavittfest-2025-s-u-n-d-a-y

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