Event to Host Mr. Leather and Mr. Rubber Europe Elections
AMSTERDAM – The dates for the 30th anniversary of Leather & Fetish Pride Netherlands have been confirmed for October 15-19, 2026. The five-day event in Amsterdam will feature a full programme of parties, social events, and two major title competitions for the European fetish community.
The organisation announced that the weekend will host both the election for Mr. Leather Netherlands 2027 and the international Mr. Rubber Europe 2027 contest, positioning the event as a key date in the European fetish calendar.
Key Competitions and Parties
The schedule is anchored by its two main title elections and parties. The election for Mr. Leather Netherlands 2027 is set for Friday, October 16th, at the Akhnaton venue in the city centre. The winner will succeed the current titleholder, Danny Worm-Soedardjo, who was crowned in 2025.
On Saturday, October 17th, the focus will shift to the international stage with the Mr. Rubber Europe 2027 election, which will be held at IJLand in Amsterdam North.
The nightlife programme includes the return of its signature men-only fetish party, INVASION, on Saturday night. This year also sees the introduction of a new Friday night party called MELTDOWN, which will take place after the Mr. Leather election.
A Look Back at INVASION 2025
To give a sense of the atmosphere at the main event, organisers have released an after-movie from the 2025 edition of INVASION. The video showcases the scale of the party, which is known for its large play areas and international DJ lineup.
Practical Information
A variety of ticket options are available for the weekend, including full weekend passes that offer a discount over individual event tickets. For attendees travelling to the venues in Amsterdam North, a free shuttle bus service will be provided from the back of Central Station. Organisers state the buses will run every 20 minutes on Saturday and every 30 minutes on Friday.
