Name: Bears Are Animals Thursday Night
Start: 2026-04-16T16:00:00-04:00
Location: ANIMAL

As the birthplace of the modern Pride movement, New York City pulses with an unparalleled history and a fiercely diverse LGBTQ+ community that thrives in every borough. Here, queer culture isn't just a scene; it's woven into the very fabric of the city, influencing art, activism, and nightlife on a global scale.

You'll find your chosen family everywhere, from vital community hubs like The Center and the Brooklyn Community Pride Center to legendary nightlife spots. Grab a craft cocktail at VERS, catch a drag show at Rise Bar, or rock out at Rockbar NYC—there's truly a space for every vibe and every identity.

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Join us for Bears Are Animals Thursday Night on Thursday, April 16th at 4:00 PM at ANIMAL in New York City. Don't miss this exciting LGBTQ+ event!

Join us for Bears Are Animals Thursday Night at ANIMAL in New York City

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ANIMAL is a queer bar located at 307 Meeker Avenue in Brooklyn, New York, open late with hours from 4PM-4AM Monday-Friday and 2PM-4AM on weekends. This community-focused venue serves as a canvas for queer culture, hosting DJs, themed nights like CUIR gear parties and Bears Are Animals, and publishing ANIMAL PRINT, a queer cultural zine. The bar features daily happy hour, rotating DJ lineups, special events throughout the week, and hosts queer makers markets to connect and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community.

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