Pack your bags and bring your pride—Mister Bear Europe 2025 is heating up the historical city of Poznań, Poland this July, and Bear Carnival has something big to celebrate: our very own Ruairí Smith, Mister Bear Gran Canaria 2023, is one of this year’s official candidates!
This isn’t just a pageant—it’s a full weekend of bear camaraderie, queer joy, and European unity in one of Poland’s most vibrant cities. And most importantly: online voting is now OPEN, counting for 25% of the total score.
👉 Cast your vote and check the full event info
Meet Us in Poznań: Event Highlights
On July 11–13 2025, Poznań (mid way between Berlin and Warsaw) will become the capital of Europe’s bear community, thanks to the incredible team at Bears of Poland. Here’s a taste of what’s waiting:
Friday July 11 kicks off with bites at the food trucks and sips with strangers who’ll feel like family by midnight. Then it’s time to loosen those hips at the warm-up party—because dancing on day one is mandatory.
Saturday July 12 begins with goats (don’t ask, just go), followed by a sizzling barbecue where the Polish sausage is the main attraction. But save some energy: the election gala is where it all goes down. One bear will rise. The rest will party ’til sunrise.
Sunday? Brunch, obviously. Pierogi, gossip, hugs, maybe a mimosa (or three). Then it’s time to say do widzenia… until next year.
Why It Matters
Mister Bear Europe is more than a title—it’s a celebration of body positivity, queer diversity, and pan-European community. And thanks to Bears of Poland, this year’s edition is shaping up to be one of the most inclusive and joyful yet.
Help us support Ruairí, represent Bear Carnival with pride, and bring even more attention to this vital celebration of bear culture across borders.
Vote now. Book your trip. See you in Poznań!
🐻🌍 www.mrbeareurope.com