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London Leather Weekend 2026

London Leather Weekend brings gear socials, fetish parties, shows, brunches and community events across Soho, Vauxhall, King’s Cross and Deptford every November.

  • Event Dates

    From: Friday, October 16, 2026
    To: Sunday, October 18, 2026

  • Key Higlights

    • Theme Nights
    • Cigar Evenings
    • Cultural Events
    • Leather Socials
    • Hot Fetish Guys
    • Election of Mr London Leather

London Leather Weekend 2026

Organised by London Leathermen, the weekend attracts fetish enthusiasts from across the UK and Europe, with events taking place in Angel, Vauxhall, King’s Cross, Shoreditch, Battersea, Clapham and Deptford.

  • Are you visiting London for Leather Weekend? Stay at the “Exceptional” Soho Hotel, ideally located with spacious rooms, high-end amenities, highly-rated breakfasts and first-class service.

The Event

  • Next Edition: Friday, October 16, 2026 To Sunday, October 18, 2026.
  • Organised by London Leathermen, formerly MSC London, established in 1973.
  • Highlights include HUNTER’s grand opening party, Heavenly Bodies Leather Care Benefit, Leather Cruise and the Sunday XL Social.
  • The programme also features Games in Gear, Kink Brunch and the London Leatherdykes takeover.
  • Expect a mix of traditional leather culture, rubber enthusiasts, pups, handlers, fetish parties and relaxed social gatherings.
  • Events have different admission policies, dress codes and ticketing arrangements.
  • View the official 2026 programme and ticket information.

What to Expect

  • London Leather Weekend combines the traditions of London’s leather community with contemporary fetish parties and social events.
  • Friday’s HUNTER opening party is the main late-night club experience, featuring multiple rooms, fetish classes, a cigar yard and dedicated play spaces.
  • Saturday begins with Heavenly Bodies, a charity event featuring performances, awards and fundraising, before moving to a traditional leather cruising night.
  • Sunday offers a more relaxed programme, with tabletop games, brunch and afternoon socials.
  • The weekend welcomes experienced leathermen, rubber enthusiasts and visitors discovering the fetish scene for the first time.
  • Check individual event policies, as some parties are mixed and others have more specific admission requirements.

London Leather Weekend 2026 Schedule

Date & Time Event Venue
Friday 16th October 2026
20:00 – 03:00 HUNTER x LLW2026 Grand Opening Electrowerkz, 7 Torrens Street, Angel. Opening fetish party with dedicated play areas, classes and a cigar yard. Strict dress code. Ticketed.
Saturday 17th October 2026
14:00 – 19:00 Heavenly Bodies: The Leather Care Benefit Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall. Astronomy-themed cabaret, performances, awards and fundraising. Free entry.
19:00 – 01:00 Leather Cruise x LLW2026 The Underground Club at Central Station, King’s Cross. Leather and fetish cruising party. £5 entry at the door.
Sunday 18th October 2026
11:00 – 14:00 Games in Gear The Arcanist’s Tavern, Shoreditch. Tabletop gaming social with access to the games library. Ticketed.
14:00 – 16:00 Kink Brunch Battersea, London. Afternoon brunch and social gathering. Ticketed event.
16:00 – 21:30 XL Social ARCH Bar, Arch 642, Voltaire Road, Clapham. Extended closing social welcoming leather, rubber and fetish gear. Free entry.
16:00 – 00:00 COWGIRL SEXBANG! The Lord Clyde, Deptford. London Leatherdykes takeover with separate admission arrangements.

Friday 16th October 2026

Saturday 17th October 2026

  • 14:00 to 19:00: Heavenly Bodies: The Leather Care Benefit at Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall.
  • The 2026 theme is Astronomy, with cabaret performances, a raffle, the Christian Hoffmann Award and a best-dressed competition.
  • Admission is free. No advance ticket required.
  • 19:00 to 01:00: Leather Cruise x LLW2026 at The Underground Club, beneath Central Station, King’s Cross.
  • A traditional leather cruising night featuring low lighting, classic music and intimate club spaces.
  • Entry costs £5, payable at the door.

Sunday 18th October 2026

  • 11:00 to 14:00: Games in Gear at The Arcanist’s Tavern, Shoreditch. A relaxed tabletop gaming social with access to the venue’s game library and a drink included.
  • Book Games in Gear tickets.
  • 14:00 to 16:00: Kink Brunch, Battersea. A ticketed afternoon gathering for food, conversation and meeting fellow attendees.
  • Book Kink Brunch tickets.
  • 16:00 to 21:30: XL Social at ARCH Bar, Arch 642, Voltaire Road, Clapham. A relaxed closing gathering welcoming leather, rubber, Lycra, uniforms and other fetish gear. Free admission.
  • 16:00 to midnight: COWGIRL SEXBANG! at The Lord Clyde, Deptford. A London Leatherdykes takeover with separate entry arrangements.
  • Check Sunday’s full programme and event details.

The Main Parties

HUNTER x LLW2026 Grand Opening

  • Friday 16th October 2026, from 20:00 to 03:00.
  • Venue: Electrowerkz, 7 Torrens Street, Angel, London EC1V 1NQ.
  • HUNTER takes over the former industrial complex for a large-scale fetish party featuring different club spaces, powerful sound and dedicated play areas.
  • The evening includes fetish classes, the Living Leather photography project and a cigar yard.
  • The special edition is a mixed event welcoming the wider queer community.
  • Expect leather, rubber, harnesses, boots, uniforms and fetish accessories.
  • Strict dress code applies.
  • Tickets and entry details.

Heavenly Bodies: The Leather Care Benefit

  • Saturday 17th October 2026, from 14:00 to 19:00.
  • Venue: Royal Vauxhall Tavern, 372 Kennington Lane, London SE11 5HY.
  • One of the weekend’s signature community events, combining cabaret, performances and fundraising.
  • The 2026 Astronomy theme inspires the entertainment and best-dressed competition.
  • The afternoon includes the presentation of the Christian Hoffmann Award.
  • Admission is free.
  • View the official event programme.

Leather Cruise x LLW2026

  • Saturday 17th October 2026, from 19:00 to 01:00.
  • Venue: The Underground Club at Central Station, King’s Cross.
  • A traditional leather cruising night in a basement club, with low lighting, classic music and intimate spaces.
  • The event welcomes men and male-presenting guests, including trans men.
  • Entry costs £5 at the door.
  • View the organiser’s event information.

The Official Venues

  • Electrowerkz – 7 Torrens Street, Angel. A former industrial building converted into a multi-level alternative club, with exposed brickwork, steel interiors and separate event spaces. Hosts Friday’s HUNTER opening party.
  • Royal Vauxhall Tavern – 372 Kennington Lane, Vauxhall. Historic LGBTQ+ cabaret venue with a central stage, dance floor and bar. Hosts Saturday’s Heavenly Bodies benefit.
  • Central Station – King’s Cross. Long-established gay venue with The Underground Club in its basement, hosting Saturday’s Leather Cruise.
  • The Arcanist’s Tavern – Shoreditch. Tabletop gaming café with an extensive games library and themed interior. Hosts Sunday’s Games in Gear.
  • ARCH Bar – Arch 642, Voltaire Road, Clapham. LGBTQ+ bar beneath the railway arches with an informal atmosphere. Hosts Sunday’s XL Social.
  • The Lord Clyde – Deptford. Traditional pub with social spaces and an outdoor yard. Hosts the London Leatherdykes COWGIRL SEXBANG! event.

Before the Party

London’s fetish scene is spread across several neighbourhoods, with Vauxhall, Soho and King’s Cross offering convenient meeting points before the main events.

Vauxhall

  • Eagle London – One of London’s best-known gay venues, featuring a large bar, dance floor, garden and regular themed parties. Ideal for drinks before or after events at the Royal Vauxhall Tavern.
  • Royal Vauxhall Tavern – Historic LGBTQ+ venue with drag, cabaret and alternative club nights, attracting a diverse crowd.

Soho

  • Comptons of Soho – Traditional gay pub on Old Compton Street, popular with a mature crowd and a lively atmosphere on weekends.
  • The Duke of Wellington – Friendly gay pub on Wardour Street, ideal for afternoon drinks before heading to the larger parties.

King’s Cross

  • Central Station – Long-running gay bar and club with regular themed events, a relaxed upstairs bar and the basement Underground Club.

Where to Stay

Soho and Covent Garden offer the best overall base for restaurants and gay nightlife, while King’s Cross is convenient for Angel and the Saturday cruising party. Vauxhall is ideal for visitors prioritising the Leather Care Benefit and South London nightlife.

  • The Resident Soho – Boutique hotel in the heart of Soho, with comfortable rooms and gay bars just minutes away.
  • The Standard London – Design-led hotel opposite St Pancras, with stylish rooms and excellent connections to Angel and King’s Cross.
  • Park Plaza London Riverbank – Contemporary riverside hotel with spacious rooms, an indoor pool and convenient access to Vauxhall.
  • The Hoxton Holborn – Stylish hotel with a restaurant and cocktail bar, conveniently located between Soho and King’s Cross.

Planning Your Visit

  • Book tickets early for HUNTER, Games in Gear and Kink Brunch.
  • Heavenly Bodies and XL Social offer free admission, while Leather Cruise charges £5 at the door.
  • Check individual dress codes. HUNTER has strict fetish requirements, while the Sunday XL Social is more flexible.
  • Bring valid photo identification for entry, as venues may require original ID rather than a photocopy.
  • Use the Underground for daytime travel and licensed taxis or rideshare services after late-night events.
  • Allow extra travel time between Angel, Vauxhall, King’s Cross and Deptford.
  • Follow London Leathermen for final programme updates.

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Address: 217 City Road, London EC1V 1JN

  • Gay bar and club with kink-friendly social focus.
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  • Unique East London nightlife stop.
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  • Fri-Sun 2pm-4am
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Address: 9 Wotton Road, London SE8 5TQ

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  • Open: Wed & Thu 6pm–12am, Fri & Sat 6pm–1am, Sun 6pm–12am
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Address: 25 Frith Street Soho, London W1D 4TS

  • Compact Soho gay bar with cosy interior and street-facing windows.
  • Great for pre-drinks and socialising before late night.
  • Multi-level space with DJs and lively basement vibe.
  • Young, mixed LGBTQ crowd and friendly staff.
  • Intimate early part of a classic Soho night out.
  • Open: Tue–Thu 3pm–1am, Fri–Sat 2pm–1am, Sun 2pm–10:30pm
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Address: 66 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TP

  • Gay men-only naked dance and play party at Union in Vauxhall.
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  • Energetic DJs and lively social zones downstairs.
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  • Dedicated, expressive scene with loyal regulars.
  • Open: Sunday 2pm–10pm
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Address: 9, Villiers St, London WC2N 6NG

  • Gay super-club under Charing Cross arches.
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  • Legendary London nightclub with decades of history.
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Address: 305a North End Road, London W14 9NS

  • Long-running West London gay bar with TV/TS and men-only nights.
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  • Mix of trans, crossdressers, admirers &d gay men on selected nights.
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  • Classic Fulham spot for old-school gay nightlife and cruising.
  • Open: Mon–Tue 7pm–12am, Thu 7pm–2am,
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  • iPod docks, 37-inch TVs.
  • Vibrant luxury in the heart of London’s entertainment district, with sumptuous spa facilities.

The Soho Hotells
5 Star, Great Value

The Soho Hotel, Firmdale Hotels
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  • 5-star, air-conditioned rooms, beauty treatment room.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • Flat-screen TV, iPod docking.
  • Chic and stylish, offering intimate luxury with personal care and a prime Soho location.

Hazlitt’s
4 Star, Location

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  • 4-star, Theatreland, antique furniture.
  • Close to the gay district.
  • Flat-screen TV, luxury REN toiletries.
  • Boutique charm in the West End, perfect for theatre lovers and cultural explorers.

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W Hotel London

Top Gay Neighbourhoods in London

From elegant royal parks to edgy urban districts, London is a city that celebrates diversity in all its forms. Stay in a chic, centrally located hotel in the buzzing heart of the West End, and you’ll find yourself just a stone’s throw from many of London’s top gay-friendly neighbourhoods.

Soho | Gay Centre of London

Soho London
Photo: Soho is home to some of the most famous gay bars in the UK including Ku Bar
  • Soho, a vibrant buzzing neighbourhood and London’s gay epicentre, brimming with LGBTQ+ friendly bars, clubs, and restaurants.
  • The neighbourhood’s bustling streets are where the city’s gay scene truly comes to life. The historic Soho Square is a fantastic place to relax and people-watch.
  • Explore Old Compton Street, the main artery of Soho’s gay scene, filled with vibrant venues, including G-A-Y, Village Bar, and Admiral Duncan.
  • Discover the best things to see and do in Soho

Covent Garden

Covent Garden London

Known for its shops, restaurants, theatres & close to major attractions, including the British Museum & Trafalgar Square.

Clapham

Clapham London
Home to the iconic Two Brewers pub Clapham is a 30-min ride from Soho, a must-visit location in the area.

Vauxhall

Vauxhall London

Just a quick tube ride from Soho, known for its edgier, more alternative gay scene, including the royal vauxhall tavern

Hampsted

Hampsted London
Known for its charming village atmosphere, picturesque streets, upscale shops & Hampstead Heath

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