Event Dates
From: Thursday, April 30, 2026
To: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Rub Week Paris is a weekend of events wrapped tightly around the Rub’Zone super party
Rub Week Paris is a weekend of events wrapped tightly around the Rub’Zone super party featuring friendly meetings and more for rubber men and their friends.
- Visiting for Paris Rubber Week? Paris is very busy in June, so book your hotel early. Stay in Le Marais, close to all the popular gay bars and parties during the event. Stay at Maison Bréguet, a boutique hotel rated “Excellent” by guests, featuring spacious designer rooms, modern gym and steps from the main party.
The Event
- Next Edition: Thursday 30th April, 2026 – Sunday 3rd May 2026 – 6th Anniversary Edition.
- Join hundreds of hot fetish and rubber guys in Paris for four days and nights of parties, social meet ups and fun.
- Head to IDM Sauna for the daily Rub Pool and Chill events from midday ’till late.
- Each night enjoy the SECTEUR SEX party at Le SecteurX, where you can wear the fetish outfit of our choice.
- Highlights include Friday’s opening party at Cox, the main RUBZONE party on Saturday and Sunday’s sight-seeing cruise on Le Seine.
The Schedule 2026
- The following is the official program of events for 2026.
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 2026 18:30 – 02:00 RUB’WEEK OPENING FETISH & RUBBER APÉRITIF COX 20:00 – 23:00 OPENING RUB’WEEK DINNER LES MARRONNIERS FRIDAY, MAY 1, 2026 14:00 – 20:00 SYNERGY AGORA Novotel Paris Est 14:00 – 18:00 RUBBER WORKSHOP Novotel Paris Est 18:00 – 02:00 SYNERGY GALA Novotel Paris Est SATURDAY, MAY 2, 2026 15:00 – 18:00 RUBBER POOL PARTY IDM Sauna 18:00 – 22:00 RUB’ZONE PRE-PARTY FETISH & RUBBER APÉRITIF Le SECTEURX 22:00 – 04:00 RUB’ZONE LA PALMERAIE SUNDAY, MAY 3, 2026 13:45 – 16:00 RIVER SEINE CRUISE by JJL CANAUXRAMA 15:00 – 22:00 RUBBER PISS’IN Le SECTEURX 17:00 – 19:00 BINGO TANGO PARIS 19:00 – 02:00 CLOS’IN PARTY TANGO PARIS Thursday Events
- Thursday — Kick start your Rubber fun weekend at the Apéritif “Fetish & Rubber Meeting”, Cox, 18h30 – 02h
- Followed by the Opening Rub’Week Dinner, 21h – 23h.
SYNERGY – Mr Gay France
- Friday – Synergy is a gala night, hosting Mr. Rubber France 2026 Contest, food and drinks, live music and a DJ set, from 18.00 to 02.00 at the Novotel Paris Est.
- Stay at the “Wonderful” rated Jules & Jim Hotel, a former 18th century precious metals factory in the heart of le Marais with designer rooms and romantic views over the city’s rooftops.
Saturday Events
- Saturday – Kick start your day with the Rubber Pool Party from 3 pm. Don’t miss the Photo de Groupe / Group Photo, Parvis de l’Hôtel de Ville, 15h.00
- Enjoy Apéritif “Fetish & Rubber Meeting”, Dépôt, 18h – 02h right before the Rub’Zone Party.
The Rub’Zone Party
- Saturday – Rub’Zone – 10pm to 6am – at La Palmeraie 20 Rue du Colonel Pierre Avia, 75015 Paris.
- Experience an unmissable event in the rubber fetish calendar that all continents envy us: it’s the emblematic and immersive night around latex, with an uncompromising dress code.
- This venue provides an exotic setting with a tropical decor, including palm trees and a starry sky effect created by 10,000 LED lights.
- Spanning 1,200 m², La Palmeraie can accommodate up to 1,200 guests.
- The venue is approximately 7 km from Le Marais, a 20-30 minute taxi ride, depending on traffic.
- Stay close to the party at The Hôtel Eiffel Blomet, a stylish Art Deco hotel featuring a spa, indoor pool, and elegantly designed rooms. Great breakfasts and steps from shops and cafes.
Fetish Cruise on La seine
- Sunday – ‘La Seine’ Sightseeing Cruise, 11.00 – 13.00, Starts from the oldest bridge in Paris, Enjoy a private tourist cruise along the Seine in your chosen fetish outfit. A guide will showcase Paris’s heritage, with a bar available onboard.
- Departing from Port de l’Arsenal, 75012 Paris. They provide unique tours exploring the canals of Paris, including the Canal Saint-Martin and the Seine River.
Sunday
- On Sunday head to the very popular Piss’in Rubber Afternoon, and event taking over SecteurX from 3pm.
- Other events include Bingo at Tango, 17h – 18h.
- Events end with ty Clos’In Party, 22h – 05h
The Venues
- Cox: Established in 1995, Cox is a prominent gay bar located at 15 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris. Known for its lively atmosphere, the bar features a popular outdoor terrace that often overflows with patrons, especially during warmer evenings. The interior decor is refreshed quarterly, and resident DJs play eclectic house sets. Cox operates daily from 17:00 to 02:00, with a happy hour extending until 22:00. (Le Marais)
- Les Marronniers: A welcoming bistro in Le Marais, offering hearty French fare and a lively terrace perfect for people-watching.
- Caffe Vito: An Italian restaurant situated at 16 Rue des Archives, 75004 Paris, offering a range of traditional Italian dishes in a cozy setting. (Le Marais)
- IDM Sauna: A large gay sauna spanning five levels, located at 4 Rue du Faubourg Montmartre, 75009 Paris. Facilities include a gym, bar, dry sauna, jacuzzi, steam room, private cabins, and play areas. Open daily from 12:00 to 01:00 on weekdays and until 02:00 on weekends. 2.5 kilometers north of Le Marais.
- Tango: Also known as “La Boîte à Frissons,” Tango is an LGBTQ+ dance club at 11 Rue au Maire, 75003 Paris. The club offers themed dance nights, including retro and disco events, in a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
- Secteur X: A gay fetish club located at 18 Rue du Faubourg du Temple, 75011 Paris, catering to various fetish communities with themed events and play areas. Situated in the 11th arrondissement at 18 Rue du Faubourg du Temple, approximately 2 kilometers northeast of Le Marais.
Other Popular Cruising Venues
- Le Klub: A nightclub hosting various music events, situated at 14 Rue Saint-Denis, 75001 Paris. The venue features multiple floors and stages, accommodating a range of musical genres and performances. Found in the 1st arrondissement at 14 Rue Saint-Denis, about 1 kilometer west of Le Marais.
- Dépôt: A gay cruise club located at 10 Rue aux Ours, 75003 Paris, featuring various themed nights and spaces designed for socializing and intimate encounters. Found in the 3rd arrondissement at 10 Rue aux Ours, approximately 1 kilometer from Le Marais.
Recommended Hotels in Paris
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action
Ritz Paris, L’Empire Paris, Hôtel Le Relais des Halles, Hotel du Petit Moulin
Where to stay close to all the gay bars
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
The Hotel Duo is our preferred hotel when
staying in Le Marais gay district in Paris.
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Insider tips on what to see and do in the city of Love.
Paris, the City of Love, flaunts its vibrant gay scene with panache and elegance. Nestled amidst the historic boulevards and charming bistros, the gay bars, clubs, and cafes offer a blend of classic French culture and Romance, no more so than in Le Marais, the city’s primary gay neighbourhood, while the popular 10th and 11th arrondissements are just a 10 to 15 minute walk away.
Less touristy than Le Marais, the 11th is known for its eclectic hipster mix of bars and music venues.
Emerging hotspot for the LGBTQ+ community with a more laid-back feel; home to the scenic Canal Saint-Martin.

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