Event Dates
From: Saturday, March 2, 2024
To: Sunday, March 3, 2024
The European Puppy & Handler Contest takes place in Antwerp during the annual Darklands fetish week
The European Puppy & Handler Contest takes place in Antwerp during the annual Darklands fetish week.
- Are you visiting for Darklands? Hotels sell out early. Try the Hotel Julien, located in a former palace and rated “Superb” by guests with spacious rooms, delicious breakfast options and high-end amenities.
The Event
- The competition takes place on Saturday and Sunday at the Darklands arena.
- National winners of Puppy competitions from across Europe will compete for the title of European Puppy of the year.
- The event will also award prizes to the best Puppy Handler.
- Are you visiting Antwerp for Darklands? Stay in the Old Town for the best selection of Hotels. The host venue is 9 minutes by car or 18 minutes by tram.
The Schedule
- Saturday March 2nd – 6 – 6:30 pm – Mr-S-Leather Stage: Round 1
- Sunday March 3rd – 1:15 – 1:45 pm – Main Stage: Round 2 | 2:15 – 2:45 pm – Main Stage: Round 3 |
5:45 – 6 pm – Main Stage – FinaleThe Venue
- The competition takes place in the Darklands Arena in Waagnatie, Antwerp.
- Waagnatie is a cavernous exhibition centre in Antwerp, offering the ideal location for Darklands.
- Organisers transform the venue each year into a cruisy post-industrial party zone with bars, parties and a unique Fetish atmosphere.
Recommended Hotels in Antwerp
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews. All are close to central Antwerp and a short ride to the puppy events.
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Julien is our editors choice when
in Antwerp with its beautiful rooftop views
For further information and advice on
European Puppy & Handler, The Website
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Official video for the Darklands Fetish Festival.
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