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The annual Dutch Rubbermen weekend invites rubber lovers of all persuasions to the city of Amsterdam.
The annual Dutch Rubbermen weekend invites rubber lovers of all persuasions to the city of Amsterdam for a weekend of parties and fun events.
- Are you visiting for the Rubber Weekend? Stay close to Warmoesstraat, home to the city’s hottest gay bars right in the city centre.
The Event
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- Organised by Dutch Rubbermen, the Dutch rubber fetish community.
- Highlights include welcome drinks, a fetish canal cruise, a rubber gear-making workshop, the Mr Rubber election and the Sunday farewell brunch.
- The programme welcomes rubber enthusiasts, their admirers and members of the wider fetish community.
- Some events are free, while the boat trip, workshop, brunch and Saturday night parties require tickets.
- Check out the top hotels close to Amsterdam’s gay bars.
What to Expect
- Dutch Rubbermen Weekend combines relaxed social events with some of Amsterdam’s biggest fetish parties.
- Friday begins with welcome drinks and introductions, giving visitors a chance to meet the Dutch rubber community and the title contestants.
- Saturday is the busiest day, beginning with a canal cruise where guests can wear their favourite rubber outfits while exploring Amsterdam’s waterways.
- The afternoon workshop offers a more practical experience, introducing guests to the techniques involved in creating and working with rubber clothing.
- Saturday night typically includes the Mr Rubber elections followed by the main fetish party.
- The weekend concludes with brunch and a final opportunity to meet the newly elected titleholder.
- Expect plenty of polished latex, catsuits, rubber uniforms, hoods and fetish accessories throughout the weekend.
- Full 2027 schedule will be updated once published.
The Venues
- PRIK Amsterdam – A colourful, welcoming gay bar on Spuistraat with cocktails, a sociable atmosphere and an outdoor terrace. Hosts Friday’s opening drinks and Sunday’s brunch.
- IJLand – Large event venue in Amsterdam Noord with industrial interiors and space for major club productions. Hosts the Mr Rubber Europe election and Invasion.
- Untitled Rubber – Specialist rubber workshop hosting Saturday’s practical gear-making session.
- Singel 250 – Central Amsterdam departure point for Saturday’s rubber canal cruise.
Before and After the Events
Amsterdam’s leather and fetish nightlife is concentrated around Warmoesstraat, a short walk from Central Station.
- Eagle Amsterdam – Multi-level gay fetish club with a dark interior, dance floors, cruising areas and regular leather, rubber and underwear nights. A natural stop for late-night drinks and parties.
- Dirty Dicks – Intimate gay cruising bar with a strong fetish following, themed dress-code events and a darker atmosphere.
- The Cuckoo’s Nest – Long-established gay fetish bar with cruising facilities, popular with leather and rubber enthusiasts.
- Mister B – Specialist fetish store on Warmoesstraat selling rubber, leather, harnesses, boots and accessories. Useful for last-minute gear purchases.
The bars around Warmoesstraat are within easy walking distance of one another, making the area ideal for meeting other visitors before heading to the larger parties.
Where to Stay
Stay close to Warmoesstraat and Amsterdam Central Station for the easiest access to the city’s fetish bars, PRIK and the shuttle connections to Amsterdam Noord.
- Hotel Estheréa – Elegant boutique hotel overlooking the Singel canal, with beautifully decorated rooms and a quieter setting within walking distance of the gay nightlife district.
- Kimpton De Witt Amsterdam – Stylish five-star hotel close to Central Station, with contemporary rooms, a cocktail bar and excellent access to the fetish venues.
- art’otel Amsterdam – Design hotel opposite Central Station with spacious modern rooms, an indoor pool and a convenient location for late-night parties.
- INK Hotel Amsterdam – Contemporary boutique hotel near Dam Square, combining distinctive interiors with an excellent location for Warmoesstraat and the city’s main attractions.
Tickets and Practical Information
- Book the boat tour, workshop and brunch in advance, as capacity is limited.
- The Leather & Fetish Pride Weekend Pass covers the Mr Leather Netherlands election, Meltdown and the Mr Rubber Europe election with Invasion. It does not include the separate Dutch Rubbermen activities.
- Free festival shuttle buses operate from the rear of Amsterdam Central Station to the main Amsterdam Noord party venues, with services on Friday and Saturday.
- Check the individual event dress codes before attending. The Friday welcome drinks have no compulsory dress code, while fetish gear is encouraged at the main parties.
- October evenings can be cool and wet, so bring a coat or outer layer for travelling between venues.
- Check tickets and booking options.
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