Gay fetish lovers from all over Europe come together each autumn for Maspalomas Fetish Week in Playa del Inglés, Gran Canaria. It’s one of the few events where the island’s sunshine mixes seamlessly with leather, rubber, and gear of every kind. From day to night, the Yumbo Centrum becomes the centrepiece of fetish life.
All sorts of fetish are welcome here. Leather, army uniforms, sportswear, harnesses, rubber, pup hoods—you’ll see it all, and the mix is part of the fun. Guys walk through the Yumbo and surrounding streets in full gear, heading from cafés to shops to pre-parties, creating an atmosphere that’s open, playful, and very social.
The parties are the backbone of the week. Bars and clubs in and around the Yumbo Centrum host theme nights ranging from leather and rubber to underwear and military. Expect dark beats, packed dance floors, and late nights that often carry over into early mornings. Alongside the bigger club events, smaller bars and cruising venues also join in, giving visitors something to do every night.
Daytime isn’t quiet either. Pool parties, gear socials, and casual meet-ups create opportunities to connect before the night begins. The warm Gran Canaria climate makes it easy to combine a day at the beach with an evening in full fetish gear.
The crowd is international, with a strong European mix, but plenty of visitors fly in from further away. Everyone is welcome, and the range of styles makes the week feel inclusive across different fetish scenes. Whether you’re fully geared up or just curious, the vibe is welcoming.
Above all, Maspalomas Fetish Week is about freedom. For one week, you can be yourself—whether that means leather, lycra, or latex—in one of Europe’s sunniest gay destinations.
Maspalomas Fetish Week
“A week of leather, rubber, and kink in the sun-drenched streets of Playa del Inglés.”
