27 Jul

20:00

Fosbury & Sons

Prinsengracht 769, Amsterdam

An open introduction to gay leather and rubber culture, exploring the history of these communities, their traditions, and the role of clubs and social spaces.

Kinky Talk - Leather & Rubber: A Community History

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WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 Edition

Kinky Talk - Leather & Rubber: A Community History

For many people, leather and rubber are simply "kinky outfits". But behind the gear lies a rich history of communities, traditions, and belonging.

Join us for an open and accessible introduction to gay leather and rubber culture. We'll explore how these communities developed, what shapes them today, and the role of clubs, titleholders, bars and social spaces. With stories from Amsterdam and beyond, we look at a fascinating part of gay and queer culture.

Who is this for: Curious minds interested in kink and fetish history, community, and culture. Newbie or experienced: come as you are.

The hosts: Hans West, a kink-aware therapist, and Adalberto, engaged kinkster and Mr International Rubber 2020, facilitate empowering conversations. Since 2020, they've hosted 60+ talks via www.kinkytalks.nl.