Thick 'n' Juicy

The bears are out in force: beards, broad chests and a lot of leather. Harnesses, jocks and fetishware are the norm here, and a polo shirt can leave you the most overdressed guy in the room. For all that skin and hardware, the vibe is friendly and unpretentious.

What started as a Sydney and Melbourne fixture now runs across the country, with regular nights in Perth and Brisbane too. The team has become the go-to for the big moments. Their meatier spin-off, Beefcake, turns the dial up further.

The parties usually take place on long weekends and holidays so check their website for upcoming events. Expect themed nights like underwear parties, plenty of gogo dancers and a sound system that doesn’t let up. If you’re after a twink-and-pop crowd, this isn’t your night. If you like your dance floor hairy, this is about as good as Brisbane gets.