The Bavarian Furdance is the largest standalone furry dance event in Europe. Twice a year, up to 600 furries fill Z-Bau in Nuremberg for an evening of DJ sets, fursuit dancing, and a catered buffet dinner. Organized by Bayern-Furs e.V., the BFD has grown from a casual gathering of 105 people in 2015 into a reliably sold-out event that anchors the German furdance calendar.
Doors open at 3 to 4 PM for registration and socializing. The main event runs from 5 PM to 2 AM. The evening starts with lighter music and brighter lighting, building through electro, 80s, rock, and alternative DJ sets as the night progresses.
The venue is Z-Bau, a cultural center in Nuremberg. It is a purpose-built event space, not a bar or club, which means the layout is designed for large gatherings with dedicated areas for dancing, socializing, and fursuiting.
The fursuit lounge is well-equipped with fans, clothing racks, hydration supplies, and repair stations. Fursuiters receive free beverages in the lounge area. A full buffet dinner is included in every ticket tier, which distinguishes the BFD from most other furdances where food is separate.
Registration opens through reg.bayern-furs.de. Four ticket tiers are available:
Payment is typically by bank transfer. Both 2025 editions sold out completely, so register early once dates are announced. Door purchases carry a surcharge if tickets remain.
Minors may attend with a parental guardian (both need tickets and special registration).
Z-Bau is located at Frankenstrasse 200, 90461 Nuremberg. It is accessible by public transit from Nuremberg Hauptbahnhof (main station). The venue has limited parking, so public transit or rideshare is recommended.
Nuremberg is well-connected by train from Munich (1 hour), Frankfurt (2 hours), and Berlin (3 to 4 hours).
Yes. The event is 18+ by default. Minors may attend only with a parental guardian present, and both the minor and guardian must register and purchase tickets through the special registration process.
No. Expect a mix of full fursuiters, partial suiters, and people in regular clothes. All are equally welcome.
The DJ lineup covers electro, 80s, rock, and alternative genres. Multiple DJs rotate through the evening with the intensity building as the night goes on.
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2 editions since 2015
| Edition | Date | Attendance |
|---|---|---|
| BFD17 | Nov 15, 2025 | 600 |
| BFD1 | Jun 20, 2015 | 105 |
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