Event Dates
From: Saturday, November 21, 2026
To: Saturday, November 21, 2026
Get ready for a night of Fetish fun as The Hole Fetish Night returns to Milan at the legendary Bangalov club.
Get ready for a night of Fetish fun as The Hole Fetish Night returns to Milan at the legendary Bangalov club.
- Visiting Milan? Stay at the c-hotels Atlantic with large rooms, great breakfast and close to the gay district’s bars and clubs and a short ride to the fetish event.
The Party
- Next Event: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10 pm.
- Leather & Fetish Milano celebrates 12 years of events, friendships and fetish culture.
- Venue: Bangalov Club, Via Calabria 5, Milan.
- Admission: €10, including a personal locker and complimentary drink for LFM members.
- An ARCO membership card is required. New memberships and renewals can be arranged at the entrance.
- View the official anniversary event details.
What to Expect
- A social and sexually charged atmosphere, with guys meeting friends, making new connections and exploring shared fetish interests.
- An international mix of leather enthusiasts, rubbermen, pups, skinheads and sportswear fans.
- A strong emphasis on personal expression, consent and participation rather than elaborate stage productions or circuit-style entertainment.
- Regular themed editions throughout the season, including special celebrations and the annual Italian Fetishman competition.
- Newcomers are welcome. You don’t need expensive equipment or a complete fetish uniform to participate.
- Although predominantly male, the organiser explicitly welcomes people of other genders who share an interest in fetish culture.
The Venue: Bangalov Club
- Bangalov Milano is a dedicated gay cruising and fetish club in the northern part of the city, near the Maciachini district.
- The venue is designed around a more intimate cruising experience rather than a large commercial dance floor.
- Expect dark interiors, social spaces and dedicated areas for meeting and exploring.
- The club hosts regular themed evenings, including underwear, naked and leather nights.
- Its location away from the main tourist centre attracts a strong local crowd.
- The nearest convenient metro connection is Maciachini on the M3 line.
Dress Code
Leather & Fetish Milano encourages guests to wear clothing reflecting their personal fetish interests.
Accepted styles include:
- Leather and rubber.
- Puppy and handler gear.
- Skinhead and biker outfits.
- Military-inspired clothing.
- Sportswear, Lycra and sneakers.
- Jeans with boots.
- Fetish underwear, harnesses and jockstraps.
Beginners are welcome, and a complete uniform is not required. Check the organiser’s guidance before attending, particularly for special themed editions.
Before the Party
- Start your evening in Porta Venezia, Milan’s best-known gay neighbourhood, before travelling to Bangalov.
- Via Lecco and the surrounding streets are popular for aperitivo, cocktails and meeting friends before heading to the clubs.
- Leccomilano – A popular LGBTQ+ meeting point on Via Lecco, with a sociable crowd gathering for aperitivo and early evening drinks.
- Mono Bar – An intimate gay-friendly cocktail bar known for its retro interiors, music and alternative crowd.
- Red Café – A casual neighbourhood bar with a friendly LGBTQ+ atmosphere and outdoor tables, ideal for a relaxed drink.
- Allow approximately 15 to 20 minutes by taxi to reach Bangalov from Porta Venezia, depending on traffic.
Where to Stay
For the shortest journey to Bangalov, stay near Maciachini. For restaurants, sightseeing and gay nightlife, choose Porta Venezia or Centrale.
- J24 Hotel Milano – Modern four-star hotel near Maciachini Metro, a convenient choice for the fetish party and late-night returns.
- Hotel Sanpi Milano – Boutique hotel with a peaceful courtyard garden, close to Porta Venezia’s gay bars and restaurants.
- c-hotels Atlantic – Comfortable rooms opposite Milano Centrale, ideal for airport connections, sightseeing and a short taxi journey to the club.
- Hotel Berna – Well-equipped hotel near Central Station, with soundproofed rooms, generous breakfast and convenient transport links.
The Hole: 2026 and 2027 Schedule
Date & Time Event Venue Saturday 21st November 2026 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 12th December 2026 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 23rd January 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 13th February 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 20th March 2027 Italian Fetishman 2027 Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 17th April 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Saturday 22nd May 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan Planning Your Visit
- Bring valid identification and check your ARCO membership requirements before travelling.
- Wear comfortable footwear and bring any specialist gear you need for the evening.
- The club is outside the main nightlife district, so plan your return journey in advance.
- Consider combining your visit with a weekend exploring Milan’s galleries, shopping streets and restaurants.
- The March edition coincides with the annual Milan Leather & Fetish Weekend, attracting additional visitors from across Europe.
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