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The Hole Fetish Night Milan 2026

Get ready for a night of Fetish fun as The Hole Fetish Night returns to Milan at the legendary Bangalov club.

  • Event Dates

    From: Saturday, November 21, 2026
    To: Saturday, November 21, 2026

  • Key Higlights

    • Fetish
    • Leather
    • Hottest Fetish Gear
    • A Weekend of Fun
    • Hot Guys into Leather

The Hole Fetish Night Milan 2026

Get ready for a night of Fetish fun as The Hole Fetish Night returns to Milan at the legendary Bangalov club.

  • Visiting Milan? Stay at the c-hotels Atlantic with large rooms, great breakfast and close to the gay district’s bars and clubs and a short ride to the fetish event.

The Party

  • Next Event: Saturday, November 21, 2026, from 10 pm.
  • Leather & Fetish Milano celebrates 12 years of events, friendships and fetish culture.
  • Venue: Bangalov Club, Via Calabria 5, Milan.
  • Admission: €10, including a personal locker and complimentary drink for LFM members.
  • An ARCO membership card is required. New memberships and renewals can be arranged at the entrance.
  • View the official anniversary event details.

What to Expect

  • A social and sexually charged atmosphere, with guys meeting friends, making new connections and exploring shared fetish interests.
  • An international mix of leather enthusiasts, rubbermen, pups, skinheads and sportswear fans.
  • A strong emphasis on personal expression, consent and participation rather than elaborate stage productions or circuit-style entertainment.
  • Regular themed editions throughout the season, including special celebrations and the annual Italian Fetishman competition.
  • Newcomers are welcome. You don’t need expensive equipment or a complete fetish uniform to participate.
  • Although predominantly male, the organiser explicitly welcomes people of other genders who share an interest in fetish culture.

The Venue: Bangalov Club

  • Bangalov Milano is a dedicated gay cruising and fetish club in the northern part of the city, near the Maciachini district.
  • The venue is designed around a more intimate cruising experience rather than a large commercial dance floor.
  • Expect dark interiors, social spaces and dedicated areas for meeting and exploring.
  • The club hosts regular themed evenings, including underwear, naked and leather nights.
  • Its location away from the main tourist centre attracts a strong local crowd.
  • The nearest convenient metro connection is Maciachini on the M3 line.

Dress Code

Leather & Fetish Milano encourages guests to wear clothing reflecting their personal fetish interests.

Accepted styles include:

  • Leather and rubber.
  • Puppy and handler gear.
  • Skinhead and biker outfits.
  • Military-inspired clothing.
  • Sportswear, Lycra and sneakers.
  • Jeans with boots.
  • Fetish underwear, harnesses and jockstraps.

Beginners are welcome, and a complete uniform is not required. Check the organiser’s guidance before attending, particularly for special themed editions.

Before the Party

  • Start your evening in Porta Venezia, Milan’s best-known gay neighbourhood, before travelling to Bangalov.
  • Via Lecco and the surrounding streets are popular for aperitivo, cocktails and meeting friends before heading to the clubs.
  • Leccomilano – A popular LGBTQ+ meeting point on Via Lecco, with a sociable crowd gathering for aperitivo and early evening drinks.
  • Mono Bar – An intimate gay-friendly cocktail bar known for its retro interiors, music and alternative crowd.
  • Red Café – A casual neighbourhood bar with a friendly LGBTQ+ atmosphere and outdoor tables, ideal for a relaxed drink.
  • Allow approximately 15 to 20 minutes by taxi to reach Bangalov from Porta Venezia, depending on traffic.

Where to Stay

For the shortest journey to Bangalov, stay near Maciachini. For restaurants, sightseeing and gay nightlife, choose Porta Venezia or Centrale.

  • J24 Hotel Milano – Modern four-star hotel near Maciachini Metro, a convenient choice for the fetish party and late-night returns.
  • Hotel Sanpi Milano – Boutique hotel with a peaceful courtyard garden, close to Porta Venezia’s gay bars and restaurants.
  • c-hotels Atlantic – Comfortable rooms opposite Milano Centrale, ideal for airport connections, sightseeing and a short taxi journey to the club.
  • Hotel Berna – Well-equipped hotel near Central Station, with soundproofed rooms, generous breakfast and convenient transport links.

The Hole: 2026 and 2027 Schedule

Date & Time Event Venue
Saturday 21st November 2026 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 12th December 2026 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 23rd January 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 13th February 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 20th March 2027 Italian Fetishman 2027 Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 17th April 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan
Saturday 22nd May 2027 The Hole Fetish Night Bangalov Club, Milan

Planning Your Visit

  • Bring valid identification and check your ARCO membership requirements before travelling.
  • Wear comfortable footwear and bring any specialist gear you need for the evening.
  • The club is outside the main nightlife district, so plan your return journey in advance.
  • Consider combining your visit with a weekend exploring Milan’s galleries, shopping streets and restaurants.
  • The March edition coincides with the annual Milan Leather & Fetish Weekend, attracting additional visitors from across Europe.

Gay Map of Milan

Milan is one of the cities that displays the widest variety of LGBT friendly clubs in Italy. Most of the busiest gay bars and clubs are mostly are in the Porta Venezia District. This central area is close to the gay venues on Via Sammartini and Corso Buenos Aires, Milan’s most important shopping area. Transport links at the Central Station make it easy to get around the city.

Address: Corso Concordia 1, 20129 Milano, Italy

  • Five-star boutique hotel with whimsical, art-inspired interiors.
  • Unique themed rooms evoke fairytales and operas.
  • Spa, restaurant and crystal-domed bar add luxury touches.
  • Steps from Piazza San Babila, Duomo and Milan highlights.
  • Romantic, theatrical stay ideal for couples and culture trips.
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Address: Corso Buenos Aires 3, 20124 Milano, Italy

  • Four-star hotel on Corso Buenos Aires near Porta Venezia metro.
  • Comfortable rooms with clean, modern fixtures and air-conditioning.
  • Good Italian breakfast and attentive, helpful staff.
  • Spa with sauna, Turkish bath and wellness facilities.
  • Ideal base for sightseeing and shopping in central Milan.
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Address: Via Lazzaretto 5, 20124 Milano, Italy

  • Modern four-star hotel close to Porta Venezia and Centrale areas.
  • Comfortable rooms with practical layout and good soundproofing.
  • Reliable choice for city breaks and business stays.
  • Well connected by metro for easy access across Milan.
  • Calm, professional atmosphere with attentive service.
  • Website

Address: Via Santo Spirito 20, 20121 Milano, Italy

  • Four-star hotel in Porta Venezia near Duomo and fashion streets.
  • Classic Milanese-style rooms with modern comforts.
  • Attentive staff and well-reviewed breakfast service.
  • Short stroll to metro, museums and dining options.
  • Great base for exploring Milan’s central highlights.
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Address: Via Privata Benadir 14, 20132 Milano

  • Gay bar and bear club with bar, dancefloor and social vibe.
  • Popular with bears, cubs and their admirers from Milan and beyond.
  • Themed nights include karaoke, drag shows and lively parties.
  • Cruisy elements with play spaces add variety to the scene.
  • Welcoming crowd and inclusive energy deep into the night.
  • Open: Thu 9:30pm–3:00am, Fri–Sat 9:30pm–5:00am,
  • Sun 7:00pm–2:00am (often closed Mon–Wed)
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Address: Via Lecco 5, 20124 Milan

  • Gay cruising club focused on fetish and adult encounters.
  • Dark, direct layout built around play and interaction.
  • Mostly local crowd with visiting fetish travellers.
  • Minimal bar setup, low-key music, serious vibe.
  • Best suited to confident cruisers rather than casual drinkers.
  • Open: Thu–Sun 10pm–3am (hours can vary by night and events)
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Address: Via Alessandro Tadino 6, 20124 Milan

  • Gay bar and friendly cocktail lounge in Porta Venezia.
  • Expertly crafted drinks with creative and classic options.
  • Welcoming, colourful vibe great for socialising and pre-night drinks.
  • Themed nights include drag, karaoke and dancing.
  • Perfect early stop before Milan’s late-night queer clubs.
  • Open: Mon 5pm–1am, Thu 6pm–1am, Fri–Sat 6pm–2am,
  • Sun 6pm–12:30am
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Address: Via Lecco 6/8, 20124 Milano

  • Gay bar and cocktail lounge with a retro-chic vibe.
  • Indoor and outdoor seating perfect for socialising.
  • Creative drinks, aperitivo and friendly staff.
  • Music and DJ sets keep energy relaxed yet upbeat.
  • Great start to queer nightlife near Porta Venezia.
  • Open: Tue–Thu 5pm–1:30am, Fri–Sat 5pm–2am, Sun 5pm–1:30am
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Address: Via Lecco 15, 20124 Milan

  • Gay bar focused on socialising and relaxed aperitivo drinks.
  • Easygoing setting that suits conversation and meet-ups.
  • Popular early evening stop in the Porta Venezia area.
  • Mix of local regulars and visiting gay travellers.
  • Good starting point before moving on to clubs nearby.
  • Open: Tue–Sun 6pm–1am, Mon closed
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Address: Via Lecco 3, 20124 Milan

  • Gay bar and café with a calm, social aperitivo vibe.
  • Easy place to meet friends or start an evening out.
  • More about conversation than loud music or dancing.
  • Mix of local regulars and visiting gay travellers.
  • Reliable stop in the Porta Venezia gay district.
  • Open: Daily 8am–2am
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Address: Via Panfilo Castaldi 31, 20124 Milan

  • Gay bar and cocktail lounge in Porta Venezia.
  • Creative cocktails and aperitivo in a vibrant setting.
  • Indoor and outdoor terrace seating for socialising.
  • Welcoming crowd of locals and visitors.
  • Great pre-night spot in Milan’s queer nightlife area.
  • Open: Mon, Wed–Sun 5pm–2am, Tue closed
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Address: Via Giovanni Battista Sammartini 25, 20125 Milano

  • Gay bar and disco spot with energetic nightlife near Centrale.
  • Lively music and go-go shows on weekend nights.
  • Social place to dance, chat and meet people.
  • Popular with local gay and bisexual crowd.
  • Great late-night stop after aperitivo and bars.
  • Open: Tue–Sun approx 9:30pm–2am–4am (later Fri–Sat until 6am)
  • Website

Address: Via Calabria 5, Milano

  • Gay cruising bar focused on adult encounters rather than drinking.
  • Dark interior with cabins and dedicated cruising areas.
  • Mostly local crowd with visiting gay cruisers.
  • Low-key music and no party or dancefloor focus.
  • Best suited to experienced visitors comfortable with sex venues.
  • Open: Thu–Sun 10pm–3am (hours may vary by night)
  • Website

Address: Via dei Valtorta 19, Milan 20127

  • Men-only gay cruising club focused on fetish and adult encounters.
  • Dark, discreet interior designed around cabins and play spaces.
  • Minimal bar and background music keep attention on cruising.
  • Mostly local gay crowd with experienced visiting cruisers.
  • Late-night destination for those comfortable with sex venues.
  • Open: Thu–Sun 10pm–3am (hours may vary by event)
  • Website

Address: Via Oropa 3, Milan 20132

  • Men-only gay cruising club with themed fetish nights.
  • Multi-level layout with cabins, cruising spaces and play areas.
  • Hosts Naked, Underwear and varied party events weekly.
  • Mostly local gay men with visiting cruising crowd.
  • Underground vibe tailored to adult nightlife and interaction.
  • Open: Tue, Wed 9pm–2am; Thu–Sat 9pm–4am; Sun–Mon closed
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Address: Via Napo Torriani 12, Milan 20124

  • Men’s gay cruising bar with cabins, darkrooms and play areas.
  • Multi-floor cruising feels at the centre of the experience.
  • Open 24 hours with a late-night, adult-focused atmosphere.
  • Gay male crowd from local and visiting guys.
    Good stop for cruising rather than drinking or dancing.
  • Open: Open 24 hours daily

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Address: Via Arcangelo Corelli, 62, 20134 Milano

  • Gay weekly party aimed at Milan’s LGBTQ+ crowd and friends.
  • Social Sunday night mixing aperitivo, karaoke and DJs.
  • Starts relaxed with food and drinks, shifts into dancing later.
  • Draws a mixed crowd of locals, regulars and visiting gays.
  • Fun, community-driven night rather than a standard club scene.
  • Open: Sunday 7pm–2am
  • Website

Address: Via Felice Cavallotti 204, Milan 20099

  • Gay dance club with pop and commercial music.
  • Historic Milan gay party venue active since the 1980s.
  • Themed weekend nights draw bears and mixed gay crowd.
  • Bar, dancefloor and social spaces keep energy up late.
  • Inclusive, lively vibe with casual dress and friendly tone.
  • Open: Sat 11pm–5am
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Address: Largo Bellintani, 2, Milan

  • LGBTQ+-friendly bar-café with creative drinks and aperitivo.
  • Modern, stylish interior with a sunny outdoor terrace.
  • Friendly staff and relaxed social vibe ideal for evening drinks.
  • Cocktails and Sicilian-inspired snacks complement the bar menu.
  • Not a gay bar per se, but popular with queer and mixed crowds.
  • Open: Tue–Thu 5pm–2am; Fri–Sat 5pm–2am; Sun 4pm–1am
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Hotel Manzoni
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Worldhotel Cristoforo
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