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Wasteland is Amsterdam’s most famous fetish party, even though it technically takes place in Zaandam, a short car/bus ride from the city. It’s a spectacular night where latex, leather, and creative kink come together under one roof. The crowd is mixed, but many gay and bi (or bi-curious) men make it one of their calendar highlights
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Darklands Festival transforms Antwerp into the European capital of fetish each spring. What began as a small gathering for leather and rubber enthusiasts has grown into a full weekend of parties, shopping, and social events that draw men from across the world
Easter Berlin is one of the most important leather and fetish events in Europe. Each spring, men from across the continent head to the German capital for a full week of parties, markets, and meet-ups that celebrate the city’s famous underground scene.
The event is organized by the Berlin Leder und Fetisch community and brings together clubs, bars, and fetish shops around Schöneberg, the city’s gay neighborhood
Rubbout is Vancouver’s long-running gay rubber fetish festival, bringing together men from across North America and beyond for a weekend of parties, workshops, and social events. It’s a celebration of kink, community, and creativity, all wrapped in shiny latex.The festival spans several days, usually in spring, with a program that balances education and entertainment
The Cleveland Leather Awareness is an annual charity leather weekend in Cleveland, with different warehouse parties, auctions, fetish parties, a vendor mart, field trips and banquets.
International Gay Fetish Event. The Cologne Fetish Pride will be all about Fetish. Parties are organised, a leather diner and many Fetisch guys will be in town. Main events are listed below.
Up Your Alley is San Francisco’s smaller, dirtier cousin to Folsom. It takes over SoMa for one day of leather, rubber, and rough-edged charm. Expect men in gear, friends in pup hoods, and neighbors who know the drill.The fair sits on Dore Alley and nearby blocks. Stages push bass. Go-go dancers hype the crowd
Folsom Berlin is the European edition of San Francisco’s famous Folsom Street Fair. Every September, thousands of leather and fetish guys head to Berlin for a weekend of parties, events, and a huge outdoor festival.The highlight is the street fair itself. On Saturday afternoon, Welserstraße and Fuggerstraße in Schöneberg fill with crowds dressed in leather, rubber, uniforms, and plenty of creative fetish outfits
The Folsom Street Fair takes place during San Francisco's Leather Pride Week, eight days of leather at the end of September. This is a week's worth of intense activity, with the Folsom Street Fair being the crowning finale to a festive time! Many bars, clubs and organizations have parties and events all during Leather Pride Week
Wearing leather wristbands at gay dance and fetish parties looks cool. When you are new to the gay scene maybe you are not familiar with the idea behind it, and maybe you were wearing your wristband on the wrong side for too much time :)
Wristbands and hanky codes
Paris mixes romance, culture, and gay nightlife. Le Marais is the hub for bars and cafés, while saunas and cruise clubs offer a playful edge. With world-class museums, shopping, and landmarks, the city combines love and nightlife into a destination that always feels worth visiting.
Paris guide
Madrid combines world-famous art with one of Europe’s liveliest gay neighborhoods. Days are for the Prado and Reina Sofía, nights for drinks and clubs in Chueca. Pride in summer is one of the biggest events in the world. A capital where culture and LGBTQ+ nightlife come together.
Madrid guide
Amsterdam is a beautiful historic city. The historic canals and canal houses are a must visit. Amsterdam has many world famous museums, the Red Light district and much more. The gay night-life is quite extensive for a small city as it is.
Amsterdam guide
Berlin is Europe’s most open-minded gay capital — where nightlife meets art and freedom knows no rules. From Schöneberg’s bars to Berghain’s beats, every night can turn into an adventure.
Berlin guide
Ft Lauderdale combines beaches, sunshine, and a lively LGBTQ+ scene. Sebastian Street Beach is the city’s gay hotspot, while Wilton Manors is packed with bars, clubs, and cafés. Pride brings extra sparkle in summer. Perfect for international travelers looking for sun, culture, and nights out in a friendly setting.
Ft Lauderdale guide
Hamburg brings a salty edge to Germany’s gay map, with St. Georg as the lively queer quarter and the Reeperbahn offering nightlife that’s anything but shy. From leather bars to drag shows, the city thrives on variety. Pride, or Christopher Street Day, packs the harbour with rainbows, proving Hamburg loves a spectacle.
Hamburg guide
San Francisco is a city rich in LGBTQ+ history and culture. The Castro remains the heart of the community, while arts, museums, and daytime activities fill every visit. Nightlife spreads from Castro bars to SoMa clubs. A mix of heritage, culture, and fun makes it a must for gay travelers.
San Francisco guide