16 - 20
Oct
Leather & Fetish Pride Amsterdam is an annual multi-day celebration of fetish culture, community, and freedom.
Leather and Fetish Pride Amsterdam
Leather & Fetish Pride Amsterdam is an annual multi-day celebration of fetish culture, community, and freedom. Taking place from Thursday, October 16th to Sunday, October 19th, 2025, the city comes alive with a diverse array of events designed for everyone, from curious newcomers to devoted fetish enthusiasts. It's a weekend dedicated to visibility, unity, and shared passion, offering a packed schedule of parties, workshops, and social gatherings.
The Main Events: Elections & Parties
The nights are dominated by high-energy events held at IJland. The weekend will see two major title contests: the prestigious Mr Leather Netherlands 2026 Election on Friday and the Mr Leather Europe 2026 Election on Saturday. Following these elections, the nights explode into two of Amsterdam's most legendary parties. Friday night features the 20th-anniversary celebration of XXXLeather, a men-only fetish party. Saturday night is the weekend's main event, INVASION, another men-only party known for its extensive play areas and incredible atmosphere.
Community, Socials & Shopping
Beyond the main parties, the weekend is rich with opportunities to connect with the community. Gear up for the festivities at the Fetish Flea Market at Bears Amsterdam on Saturday. Join RoB Amsterdam for its 50th-anniversary celebration at the Daytime Takeover at Eagle Amsterdam. Social events are key, with the Proteus Benelux Social for trans people and allies, and the weekend culminates in the Fetish Socials United closing party, bringing together fetish groups from across the Netherlands. An early morning Meet & Greet with the newly crowned titleholders on Sunday offers a unique chance to congratulate the winners.
Learn, Share & Shine
Leather Pride is also about sharing knowledge and skills. The Let it Shine events on Friday and Saturday at Queenshead offer a chance to connect with the bootblack community and learn about gear care. On Sunday, expand your horizons with two Kinky Masterclasses at Akhnaton, covering 'The Positive Psychology of Pup Play' and 'Leather – Mentorship and Community'.
Niche Parties & Gatherings
The weekend also features unique themed parties. The festivities kick off Thursday night with the Golden Shower party at Dirty Dicks Amsterdam. On Sunday afternoon, the same venue hosts a Spandex/Lycra Party for fans of skin-tight gear. The official Opening Party at The Cuckoo's Nest on Thursday provides a great opportunity to ease into the weekend and meet fellow attendees.
For more info: Leather and Fetish Pride AmsterdamUpcoming