Event Dates
From: Thursday, November 23, 2023
To: Sunday, November 26, 2023
Claw is the leading leather party and includes more than 250 events and exhibitors and hosts parties in several cities across the USA
Claw is the leading leather party and includes more than 250 events and exhibitors and hosts parties in several cities across the USA.
The Event
- While the “big daddy” of CLAW parties takes place in Cleveland, the Claw Los Angeles gay event is definitely a close second as several thousand guys come to visit the city of Angels for a weekend of leather and fetish fun. It has now become a Thanksgiving tradition, returning for another year.
The Host Hotel
- The Westin Bonaventure is the host hotel for the event, located in Downtown Los Angeles (DTLA) and is home to several of the major parties throughout the weekend. The hotel sells out fast. The following hotels are close by and are great alternatives (some offer even a higher level of amenities).
- CitizenM Los Angeles Downtown – 4 star hotel rated “Fabulous” by guests with stylish decor and great breakfast options. 3 minutes drive or 15 minute walk to the host hotel.
- InterContinental Downtown – Our favourite hotel in DTLA offering epic views and a heated rooftop pool. 1 minute drive or 7 minutes walk to the host hotel.
The Parties
We await the 2023 line-up, however most of the following events are expected to return:
- The opening night highlight will be the Hotel California Party from 9pm taking place in Rotating Bar on 34th Floor of the host hotel.
- Don’t miss the Leather Family Thanksgiving Dinner on Thursday and the After Dinner Cigar Party. Follow dinner with the popular L.A. Bar Crawl from 9pm to 2am. It is a Leather Community Tradition. Transportation is provided and the tour will continue each night during the event.
- Friday’s highlights include The BLUF Dinner, The MOSH Event, a party for Pups to Play and the Hercules Party a BDSM play party for guys.
- Saturday is the big night featuring the Titleholders’ Cocktail Party and the International Leather Family Dinner.
- Finally on Sunday CLAW will present a Leather Hall of Fame brunch and induction ceremony. Later on that evening, don’t miss the Kinky Kabaret.
Where to stay in Los Angeles?
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The following hotels are close to all the gay bars
Sunset Marquis Hotel, Petit Ermitage, Le Parc Suite Hotel, Best Western
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
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The Chamberlain is our choice, just
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Offering a private rooftop with stunning views of Los Angeles, a saltwater pool and comfortable indoor/outdoor seating, this elegant 4-star hotel is within one kilometer of the Sunset Strip. Each spacious suite at Petit Ermitage is equipped with a flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi and iPod docking station
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Along with 2 restaurants, this hotel has a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 4 bars/lounges, a 24-hour fitness center, and a poolside bar. All 149 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds. Comforts include premium bedding and down comforters
3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a nightclub are available at this hotel. Other amenities include 4 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and a poolside bar. All 300 rooms feature modern comforts like LCD TVs with cable channels, along with WiFi. Other amenities available to guests include 24-hour room service, minibars
Along with a restaurant, this smoke-free hotel has an outdoor pool and 2 bars/lounges. Free manager’s reception are also provided. Additionally, a 24-hour fitness center, a coffee shop/café, and a rooftop terrace are onsite. All 216 soundproofed rooms feature free WiFi and pillowtop beds, iPod docks, TVs, & minibars.
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