Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 15, 2026
To: Monday, October 19, 2026
Amsterdam Leather and Fetish pride features a weekend of legendary parties, the Leather Pride competitions, workshops and the world famous meat market.
Unite with the vibrant Leather and Fetish Community for an unforgettable weekend of celebration in the pulsating heart of Amsterdam. Join the hottest leather and fetish guys for the grand edition of Leather Pride Amsterdam, where passions ignite and spirits soar.
- Visiting for the Leather Weekend? Stay close to Warmoesstraat, home to the city’s hottest gay bars right in the city centre.
The Event
- Next Edition – Thursday 15th October, 2026 – Monday 19th October, 2026
- Amsterdam Leather and Fetish Pride celebrates its 30th anniversary, bringing five days of leather, rubber, pups, sportswear, BDSM, social events, title contests and men-only play parties to the Dutch capital.
- The main weekend features the new Friday-night Meltdown party, the Mr Leather Netherlands 2027 election, the Mr Rubber Europe 2027 election and Invasion, the festival’s flagship Saturday-night event at IJLand in Amsterdam North
- Looking for a place to stay with views of the canals? Stay at the Pavilions Amsterdam, a “Superb” rated 4 star hotel close to the city’s top attractions but in a quieter area. Our top choice for style, value and location.
The Schedule
TIME EVENT VENUE AND DETAILS Thursday 15th October 2026 17:00–20:00 First Bite Bears Amsterdam – Free opening social with drinks, bites and an easy first meet-up. 20:00–23:00 Official Opening Eagle Amsterdam – 30th-anniversary opening with community speakers and a shared toast. 20:00–00:00 Back in Leather The Cuckoo’s Nest – Leather, 80s and 90s music, bites and cruising. 20:00–03:00 Golden Shower XXL Dirty Dicks – Leather Pride edition of the venue’s established watersports night. Friday 16th October 2026 17:00–22:00 Drinks and Games PRIK – Dutch Rubbermen social, candidate meet-up and pub quiz from 18:30. 20:00–23:00 Mr Leather Netherlands 2027 Akhnaton – Election, performances, jury assessment and public vote. 22:00–05:00 Meltdown IJLand – Mixed-community party with DJs, a large dance floor and cruising zones. 22:00–05:00 Fetish in the Mix XXL Eagle Amsterdam – Dungeon-style club night with fetish wear encouraged. Saturday 17th October 2026 12:00–14:00 Canal Boat Tour Singel 250 – Dutch Rubbermen’s fetish-themed canal cruise; advance booking required. 13:00–18:00 Fetish Flea Market Bears Amsterdam – Pre-owned leather, fetish gear and harder-to-find pieces. 15:00–20:00 Harsh Eagle Amsterdam – Men-only BDSM session with demonstrations and play areas. 20:00–22:00 Mr Rubber Europe 2027 IJLand – European title election; doors open at 19:00. 22:00–05:00 Invasion IJLand – Flagship men-only party with DJs, shows, cruising and a large play area. Sunday 18th October 2026 13:00–15:00 No Goodbyes Brunch PRIK – Ticketed closing brunch hosted with Dutch Rubbermen. 15:00–19:00 Spandex and Lycra Party Dirty Dicks – Skin-tight dress code and afternoon cruising. 15:00–19:00 Horsemen and Knights XXL Eagle Amsterdam – Men-only naked and partially naked social and play event. 16:00–00:00 Fetish Socials United Bears Amsterdam – Free closing social for the leather, rubber, pup, sportswear and uniform communities. Where to Stay
- For the easiest access to the bars and daytime programme, stay in central Amsterdam close to Warmoesstraat. This places you near Eagle Amsterdam, Dirty Dicks, The Cuckoo’s Nest, Central Station and the ferry to Amsterdam North.
- The organiser’s preferred hotel is Novotel Amsterdam Schiphol Airport in Hoofddorp. It sits beside Hoofddorp station and has a direct rail connection to Amsterdam Central. The festival plans a direct night bus from the IJLand events back to the hotel at fixed times.
- For a wider choice of hotels, compare Amsterdam city-centre hotels and book early, as October weekends can be expensive.
Meltdown
- Meltdown is the new Friday-night headline event at IJLand, running from 22:00 to 05:00.
- Kinky Hub, Bear Bash, Damage and Headrush join the festival for a large dance party bringing leather, rubber, bears, pups and other fetish communities together. Expect DJs, a large dance floor and dedicated cruising areas.
Mr Leather Netherlands 2027
- Saturday – The Mr Leather Netherlands election takes place at Akhnaton on Friday from 20:00 to 23:00.
- Candidates appear before the audience and jury, with the jury assessment and public vote deciding who will represent the Dutch leather community during 2027.
Mr Rubber Europe 2027
- Saturday – Dutch Rubbermen host the European rubber title election at IJLand on Saturday from 20:00 to 22:00, with doors from 19:00.
- The election leads directly into Invasion, making the combined ticket a practical option for guests planning to attend both events.
Invasion
- Saturday – Invasion is the main men-only party of the weekend, taking over IJLand from 22:00 to 05:00 on Saturday. The industrial waterfront venue combines a large dance floor, international DJs, live shows, dark spaces and an extensive play area.
- A strict fetish dress code applies. Accepted looks include leather, rubber, uniforms, neoprene, pup gear, sportswear, PVC, harnesses, boots, skin, medical and creative fetish outfits. Street clothes are not accepted.
The Canal Cruise
- Saturday – XXXLeather Fetish Canal Cruise (12:00 to 14:00, ): Join XXXLeather, and of course many Leather and Fetish lovers on this unique two hour cruise through the Amsterdam Canals.
- Bar available. Leaving from the pier at Koepelkerk Singel 9, Amsterdam, NH, Netherlands
Final Sunday
- Sunday offers several ways to close the weekend: the No Goodbyes Brunch at PRIK, Spandex and Lycra at Dirty Dicks, Horsemen and Knights XXL at Eagle Amsterdam, and the free Fetish Socials United gathering at Bears Amsterdam.
Election and Party Host Venue
- Undercurrent/iJland – Inside, a massive dance floor drives the rhythm with top international DJs. Dark corners invite discovery, while a fully equipped play zone offers space for exploration and expression. Expect seductive performances, live fetish shows, and a powerful sense of connection throughout the night.
- The Venue sits right on the IJ water’s edge, with two halls (a larger 500 m² glass-fronted one and a more intimate 105 m² former auditorium) plus expansive outdoor spaces, including a 300 m² terrace over water and a festival garden for larger setups.
- The look is raw industrial + minimal, offering a clean slate for custom décor, external catering and flexible layout.
Getting to the Parties
- By taxi: about 15–20 minutes (traffic dependent) to Tt. Vasumweg 171, Amsterdam North.
- By tram + ferry: From Central Station, walk to the IJ-side exit, take a free GVB ferry across the IJ to the northern bank (ferries across the IJ are free ) then use bus lines (e.g. 391, 394, 395) or metro line 52 to reach near IJland / Undercurrent.
Cruising Bars in Amsterdam
Amsterdam’s cruising and sex party scene is one of the most famous in Europe. Warmoesstraat is the key area for the leather and cruise-bar programme, with Eagle Amsterdam and Dirty Dicks almost next door to each other.
Kerkstraat and nearby central streets host venues such as Spijker Bar and specialist fetish shops. Reguliersdwarsstraat has a broader mix of gay bars and late-night venues.
- Club Church – Popular gay cruise club hosting themed nights across two floors, complete with a large play area.
- The Cuckoo’s Nest – Long-running men-only bar with a large basement darkroom and cruising area.
- Dirty Dicks – Two-floor men-only cruise and fetish bar with darkrooms, cabins, slings and regular themed parties.
- Eagle Amsterdam – Busy men-only cruise and fetish club with DJs, themed events, darkrooms and extensive play facilities.
- Bears Amsterdam – Friendly bear bar in central Amsterdam with DJ nights, community socials and an upstairs cruising area.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
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For further information and advice on
Amsterdam Fetish Pride, Website
The Amsterdam gay scene is constantly changing with bars opening and closing all the time. The Regulierswarstraat has seen a resurgence of late with many new bars opening. The sex and cruising bars are close to Dam square.
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Gay life in Amsterdam is woven into the fabric of the city, and there are several areas which are home to LGBTQ+-friendly businesses, each with a distinct vibe. The town welcomes gay travellers with open arms, offering a vibrant and inclusive cityscape filled with diverse nightlife, cultural treasures, and a rich history of acceptance and celebration.
Stay in the centre, close to Dam Square, Anne Frank House, & gay-popular Warmoesstraat part of the Red Light District.
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