Event Dates
From: Friday, February 20, 2026
To: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Snowbound Leather Weekend 2026
The Snowbound Leather Weekend in Provincetown marks the first big gay event of the year.
Snowbound Leather Weekend 2026
The Snowbound Leather Weekend in Provincetown marks the first big gay event of the year. The event takes place in late February each year. Even though its “off-season”, PTown’s Winter events have grown in popularity (Spooky Bears, First Light, etc), so book your hotel as early as you can.
- Visiting Ptown for a gay event? Book your stay at the Carpe Diem Guest House, rated “Superb” by our readers and located right by Commercial St, close to all the gay bars and clubs.
The Leather Weekend
- Next Edition: Friday 20th February 2026 – Sunday 22nd February, 2026.
- Snowbound Leather Weekend is sponsored by The Watership Inn, The Atlantic House, Bayside Betsy’s, The Crown and Anchor, Gifford House Inn and produced by Mates Leather Weekend and Full Kit Gear.
- Events include the Mr Snowbound, the White out and C*ck Parties at the Paramount/Crown & Anchor and the very popular Chaps and Straps party at A House. Daytime activities include education seminars, health workshops health screenings.
Snowbound Schedule
Use the following schedule as a guide. Events typically run as follows:
Friday
- Beer Blast at the Watership Inn, 6pm to 8pm.
Come on by for an old fashioned Beer Blast and connect with the men that are here for the weekend.- Cast your vote for your favorite MR. SNOWBOUND contestant
- White Out & C*ck parties at the Paramount, 9.30pm to 1am.
Start the night right! Break out your thermal shirts & long johns and get warmed up as the fun begins.- Pants check available. Then check out the C*OCK Party, all at Paramount.
Saturday
- Snowbound brunch at Bayside Betsy’s, 10pm to 1am.
Come on by for a scrumptious All-You-Can-Eat breakfast buffet.- Chaps & Straps at Club Purgatory at Gifford House, 3pm to 7pm
What goes better with chaps than a jockstrap?- Pants check available. Entrance through Porchbar.
- Snowbound Leather Dance, Atlantic House, 10pm to 1am
Get your hottest gear on and head to this Ptown Landmark to dance & drink, schmooze & cruise.Sunday
- Snowbound Brunch II at The Crown & Anchor Restaurant, 10am to 1pm.
Come on by for a scrumptious All-You-Can-Eat breakfast buffet, coffee, tea and juice, and discover the winner of Mr Snowbound 2026.- Hops & Bottoms, Snowbound After Party, Provincetown Brewing Co, 1pm – ??.
Swing by Ptown’s 1st and only brewery before saying goodbye with great music, food, pool and one last ice-cold beer.The Venues
- WaterShip Inn – When it was originally built in the seafaring days of the 1820’s, The Watership Inn was a home from the sea to Provincetown’s ship captains. It is now a popular hotel offering charming rooms in the heart of town.
- The Crown and Anchor – Located in the heart of Provincetown, the Crown & Anchor features six unique gay bars, including the town’s largest nightclub (Paramount Nightclub).
- Bayside Betsy’s – Bustling, waterfront, New American restaurant. Outdoor dinning,Deck dinning, fresh seafood all day. Amazing Provincetown Harbor views!
- Atlantic House – The Atlantic House, also known as the A-House, is Provincetown’s most popular and only year-round dance club.
- Club Purgatory at Gifford House – Gay dance club with various theme nights in the basement of a vintage inn, open tourist season only and during special events.
- Provincetown Brewing Co – Provincetown’s first brewery focused on promoting progressive causes. PBC is passionate about brewing quality craft beer and evoking a sense of community.
Where to stay in Provincetown
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action:
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Carpe Diem Guesthouse is our
home from home when in Provincetown.
Official Website
For further information and advice on
Snowbound Leather Weekend Website
Gay Map of Provincetown
Provincetown itself has two main drags, Commercial Street and Bradford Street. P’town can be divided into three sections, the quiet and peaceful West End, the bustling downtown center, and the East End, which has a number of galleries and guesthouses.
7 Cook St, Provincetown, MA 02657
Located in the heart of Provincetown’s art gallery district, the historic Inn at Cook Street was originally built in 1836. It features unique, individually decorated guest rooms and serves a daily hot breakfast.
Each guest room is decorated with original local artwork and offers antique furnishings. A flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom are included.
12 Winthrop Street Provincetown, MA 02657
This Cape Cod Bed and Breakfast is centrally located in the heart of Provincetown and boasts 3 outdoor decks. Whale watching from the pier is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.
The Beaconlight Guest House features rooms with an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player, and a refrigerator. The rooms are furnished with bright colors and inviting décor, and offer plush bathrobes.
102 Bradford Street Provincetown, MA 02657
This historic Provincetown hotel, located in the heart of Provincetown, Massachussets, boasts a large courtyard and gardens as well as free WiFi access. Pilgrim Monument is 290 m away.
Every room at The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s features a a cable TV. Many rooms have a fireplace. They are uniquely decorated in warm colours, plush bedding, and wood furnishings. Select rooms offer a private balcony.
176 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
This Provincetown property features rooms equipped with refrigerators and free Wi-Fi. The Pilgrim Monument and Park are within a 10-minute walk of the property.
Rooms are uniquely decorated and with large windows and balconies at the Anchor Inn Beach House. The rooms have antique-style furnishings and white bedding.
Provincetown, MA
This apartment will provide you with a satellite TV and DVD player, air conditioning and a living room. The kitchenette has a microwave, a fridge and an oven, as well as coffee machine. A patio and free WiFi.
Provincetown, MA
All units have a satellite TV. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, microwave and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with free toiletries in every unit.
Provincetown, MA
The holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a bath. Private parking and free WiFi.
Provincetown, MA
This home offers it all! Just steps to the best spots downtown and direct access to a beautiful bay beach. This air-conditioned holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a cable TV, and a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge.
6 Masonic Place Provincetown, MA 02657
Provincetown's Oldest and Most Popular Gay Bar in Town Featuring The Little Bar, a jukebox bar with fireplace, The Macho Bar, a leather cruise bar, and The Dance Club
Historic District, 186 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657
Gay bar with Friendly staff, great company and good music with shows
359 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, United States
Walk through a long courtyard and pass some stores to find this modern, minimalist gay bar overlooking the beach, the place to be for the sunset
293 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, United States
Fun gay bar with lots to do like Pool Tables, Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Darts
161 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
Internationally renowned destination for LGBTQ+ travelers and home to the world famous Tea Dance. Located on the water in the West End of town on Commercial Street
247 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
The Crown & Anchor features six unique bar venues including the town's largest nightclub (Paramount), the town's only video bar (Wave), a cabaret venue, a poolside bar with heated pool, a piano bar and an ever-popular leather bar (The Vault). The Crown also features the Central House at the Crown—a year-round restaurant offering lunch and dinner
9 Carver St, Provincetown, MA 02657
The Porchside Lounge is the friendliest meeting place in Provincetown! Join friends for a game of pool, challenge yourself to a video game or relax at one of the indoor lounge areas or outdoor porch bars. Enjoy good conversation, renew old acquaintances and make new friends!
10 Carver Street Provincetown, MA 02657
Chill Lounge located on the corner of Carver Street Upscale and sophisticated gay bar
177 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
Per dinner drinks are always good here, so is the food
Amazing waterfront outdoor deck dinning with a 180 degree view of Provincetown Harbor. Fresh seafood, American continental, weekly specials, late nigh bar
207 Commercial Street Provincetown, MA 02657
Gay bar with a beautiful waterfront deck bar boasts magnificent views, creative cocktails, and an exceedingly comfortable atmosphere.and with a nice patio overlooking the water
149 Commercial Street Provincetown, MA 02657
A relaxed little gay bar mixed ages
Recommended Hotels in Provincetown By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Provincetown that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Anchor Inn Beach
4 Star, Luxury
- 4 Star – Unique Decor, Large Windows and Balconies
- Close to the gay district
- Refrigerators, antique-style
- Provincetown property with uniquely decorated rooms, refrigerators, Wi-Fi, close to Pilgrim Monument and Park.
Beaconlight House
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star – Outdoor Hot Tub, Flower Gardens
- Close to the gay district
- En suite bathroom, flat-screen TV
- Features en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, refrigerators, outdoor hot tub, and flower gardens.
Inn at Cook Street
4 Star, Great Value
- 4 Star – In The Heart of Art Gallery District
- Close to the gay district
- Unique decorations, flat-screen TV
- In Provincetown’s art gallery district, historic inn with individually decorated rooms, daily hot breakfast.
Hotel at Gabriel’s
4 Star, Location
- 4 Star – Large Courtyard and Gardens
- Close to the gay district
- Cable TV, fireplace, balcony
- In central Provincetown, offers free WiFi, rooms with cable TVs, fireplaces, warm colors, and plush bedding.
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