February
19 - 23, 2026

International Bear Convergence (IBC) is the premier winter Bear Event  in Palm Springs, California, welcoming thousands of frisky bears, muscle bears, cubs, chasers, chubs, admirers & their fans to have the time of their lives! The four-day event comes to life with DJs, live

entertainment and thousands of bears from around the globe. In 2025, we broke all previous attendance records.  In 2026 we expect to do it again, thanks to you, our awesome attendees & supporters.

During the day kick back and enjoy pool parties with music provided by world renown DJs at the fabulous Hotel ZOSO pool. With multiple bars, cabanas, outdoor lounge areas and

sun deck area overlooking all the action at the pool. You’re destined to have a fantastic day. After the sun goes down, evenings will heat up with high-energy dance parties, drag shows, & comedy shows. You can chill out in the lounge, check out downtown or shop in our vendor mall.

IBC's pool parties & dance events are legendary and have highlighted several top

DJs from California and around the globe including DJ Tony Moran, DJ Alex Ferbeyre, DJ Marcos Moreno, DJ Luc Benech & DJ Matt Effect to name a few.

And past live performances by Martha Wash, Ultra Nate, CeCe Peniston, Kristine W. & Crystal Waters.

Drag Brunch with acclaimed queens, many featured on RuPaul’s Drag Race. Plus, a side-splitting Comedy Show that will have you in stiches

Keep checking our website  for details on all the entertainment scheduled for 2026.

Don’t Be Left Out In the Cold!

If you weren’t here last year, you don’t want to miss 2026.

Get Your WEEKEND PASSES NOW!

 Benefiting PS Gay & Lesbian Community Center & AAP/Food Samaritans