There is also an annual event in Europe called European Big Men's Convergence.
In the United States, there is an annual national event, Convergence, as well as several annual regional gatherings. They often feature pageants in which titles are given to winners, such as 'Mr. In the last several years, large regional social events for gay chubs have developed. There are bars, organizations and social events specifically catering to this subculture, which allows members of the community to socialize with each other and develop social networks. Although there is some overlap between chubs and bears, chubs have their own distinct subculture and community.
A chub is an overweight or obese gay man who identifies as being part of the chubby culture.
