Belly Rub Weekend 2024

Los Angeles
California

BRW 2024

LOS ANGELES REGISTRATION IS OPEN

*This event is not organized by Grommr. Belly Rub Weekend 2023 is entirely run independently by individual community members who have been vetted by the Grommr team.*

https://bellyrubweekend.com/

Welcome to the second ever Belly Rub Weekend LA! The bread and butter of this event is boys, bellies, bars, food, food, and more food. Think of this weekend as vacation just with more gorging, and in the company of fellow gainers and encouragers. Many choose to come early and straggle behind as they explore the host city with locals or other newcomers. Planning your getaway gainer trip is half of the fun, as it puts you into contact with other attendees to join you, meet you, and arrange transportation together. We are excited to make this our biggest year yet.

Belly Rub Weekend founded in 2011 became a popular annual gainer event that attracted guests from all over the United States, Canada, and even Europe since it’s inception. BRW would continue to be hosted in Chicago until 2023 where we announced the first ever Belly Rub Weekend Los Angeles. The event began after the founders hosted a successful picnic in 2010, with one attendee describing it as, “Way more guys than I expected gathered at a picnic site and brought grills, chairs, and of course TONS of food. It was a great day filled with fun, gorging, lawn games, and even a magic show.” From what started as a picnic would continue into an official event created and continued as a labor of love by gainers and encouragers. BRW’s first event the following year became distinctly known at the time for having a new kind of model for gainer events, planned around activities and meals throughout the city instead of at a host hotel. We are excited to continue this tradition with a West Coast flair.

This event is 18+ however bar events will be restricted to 21+

BRW Itinerary

THURSDAY MAY 16TH, 2024

Bear Happy Hour LA (Optional)

5pm-9pm
The Bullet Bar
10522 Burbank Blvd, North Hollywood, CA 91601

For anyone in town early, join us as we attend Bear Happy Hour LA at the Bullet Bar! The Thursday bar night is a BRW Early-Bird tradition for those arriving early who are eager to begin a weekend of gluttonous activities and belly endeavors.   Stop by to enjoy beer, buds, and bears as we enjoy an informal pre-game for our fun filled weekend.

This event is 21+.

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FRIDAY MAY 17TH, 2024

BRW Opening Reception

3pm-7pm
33 Taps DTLA
1240 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90015

Come join us for the official kickoff to BRW 2024, featuring food, friends, and an all around fun atmosphere. Join us at 33 Taps in DTLA for an exclusive social mixer that's got all you can eat food, open beer and wine from 5-7pm, arcade + board games, and more! We will have the game room to ourselves from 3-7pm, after which you can continue to party at 33 Taps until 1am.

Here is where you will have the official check in and meet and greet for BRW 2024, and be sure to pick up your BRW bracelet.

This event is 21+

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SATURDAY MAY 18TH, 2024

DTLA Adventures (Optional)

10am-2pm
The Broad Art Museum
221 S Grand Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90012

For those guests who want to explore one of LA’s most happening neighborhoods, join us as we see some of our favorite Downtown sites! We’ll begin with an excursion to The Broad, one of the most exciting contemporary art museums in the nation. Located within walking distance of the OMNI Hotel, this is a great opportunity to enjoy one of LA’s premiere cultural destinations. Tickets are free of charge – it is advised to book ahead of time, but some tickets are available the day of. We’ll then head to Grand Central Market, where you can grub on an endless array of bites from delicious food stalls. From there, we’ll stop by The Last Bookstore, where you can enjoy a wide selection books, inventive art displays, and an overall fun, quirky atmosphere.

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OMNI Hotel DTLA Pool Party 12pm-4pm

Drop by the host hotel for a dip in the pool, message a guest to be let in. There is no alcohol allowed at the pool so put your drinks in a clear plastic cup. Get food delivered and enjoy some time relaxing before the evening festivities!

BRW Beach Day (Optional) CANCELED

12pm-4pm
Ginger Rogers Beach
14710 CA-1, Santa Monica, CA 90402

Get ready for some fun in the sun! Those who are interested in some beachtime can swing by one of LA’s warm sunny beaches as we tan our bellies and grab a seaside lunch. Be sure to bring your sunscreen, towel, and something cute to show off that summer body!

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BRW Saturday Night Party

8pm-12am
Downtown Los Angeles

After a long day of bites, buds, and bellies, we’ll continue on to get our rubs on at our Saturday Night Party! This event, exclusive to those who have registered with BRW, will have a catered dinner and reception, a community marketplace, and an open dance floor to show off how that belly moves. Category is: Neon Summer Vibes!

Please wear your BRW LA bracelets for admission.

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SUNDAY MAY 19TH, 2024

Sunday Brunch at Fogo de Chão

12-2pm

Fogo de Chão

800 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90017

We start our final day in Los Angeles with a classic BRW brunch at Fogo de Chão in Downtown Los Angeles. Come enjoy an all you can eat churrascaria experience, with as many fine meats and delicious Brazilian dishes as you can possibly handle.

Please wear your BRW LA bracelets for entry.

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Club Chub

3-9pm

Precinct DTLA

357 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA 90013

After gobbling down as much as you can at brunch, come waddle on over and join us for our final event as we party at one of LA’s Premier Big Boy Beer Busts: CLUB CHUB.

We will also be hosting our 5th Annual Lip Sync Battle at CLUB CHUB this year – stay tuned for more information.

For more details on CLUB CHUB feel free to follow their Instagram at @clubchubparty or Twitter: @ChubUsa

Please wear your BRW LA bracelets for drink discounts

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MONDAY MAY 20th, 2024

The Straggler's Brunch

~11am

Omni Hotel Restaurant

251 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Swing by around 11am, you do not need to be a guest to join. The restaurant is on the 3rd floor.

An unofficial tradition, for those who hang out a bit longer for another hug goodbye — and to eat some more. For those still in town, on the way out, or local, come say your goodbyes and start making plans for next year’s BRW Experience!