Event Dates
From: Friday, August 23, 2024
To: Sunday, August 25, 2024
Iowa Leather Weekend Des Moines 2024
Join the Iowa Leather family at the Iowa Leather Weekend in Des Moines for a three days of entertainment and the selection of Mr Leather Iowa.
Iowa Leather Weekend Des Moines 2024
Join the Iowa Leather family at the Iowa Leather Weekend in Des Moines for a three days of entertainment and the selection of Mr leather Iowa.
- Visiting for Leather Weekend? Stay in the East Village, home to the city’s buzzing gay bars and clubs. Stay in the Surety Hotel, one of Des Moines’ most gay friendly destinations and close to all of the popular bars and clubs in the city.
The Weekend
- Iowa Leather Weekend is an annual celebration of the fetish community in Iowa.
- The event is hosted at The Blazing Saddle, Iowa’s oldest gay bar located in the East Village of Downtown Des Moines. It is considered as the best Gay Bar & Nightclub experience in town!
- Highlights of the event include the Cigar Smoke Out, The Grill Out, the Rubbermen Meet up, the 3 day vendor mart, the Puppies Pawlympics, Mr Iowa Bear and Mr Iowa Puppy.
- Winners go on to represent Iowa in various national competitions including the IML finals.
- Events culminate with the ILW Victory Party with guest performers and live acts.
Where to Stay in Des Moines?
- Des Moines has a vibrant gay community, with several gay bars in the East Village. From here, through Sherman Hill to Drake University there are gay-friendly neighborhoods. Waking is a great way to see Des Moines.
- Downtown has a unique Skywalk system connecting you to a variety of shops and restaurants.
The following hotels are close to the city’s gay bars and leather weekend festivities:
Surety Hotel, Staybridge Suites, Hilton, Hampton Inn & Suites
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Surety Hotel
4 Star – Central Location
- 4-Star, Restaurant and Fitness Center
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Elegant, modern rooms
- Central location, exceptional service, comfortable & modern ambiance for a memorable stay
Staybridge Suites
4 Star, Luxury
- 4-Star Luxury, Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Close to the gay district
- Spacious, modern suites
- Perfect for extended stays, luxurious amenities, prime location in vibrant East Village
Hilton
4 Star – Great Amenities
- 4-Star, Indoor Pool, Excellent Restaurant
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Comfortable, well-appointed rooms
- Upscale experience, excellent amenities, close to major attractions
Hampton Inn & Suites
3 Star – Comfort
- 3-Star, Indoor Pool, Comfortable Rooms
- A short taxi ride to the gay bars
- Cozy, well-equipped rooms
- Comfortable & affordable, convenient access to downtown attractions
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