Just like the spring sees the sap rising in trees, February sees fetish men from across Europe rise after the dark winter and come together in one of the biggest fetish events of its kind.

Antwerp is the host city for Belgium Leather Pride, which from the 15th to 20th February sees the 8th edition of Leather & Fetish Pride Belgium. The 2017 edition marks a milestone in the event’s history - the venue will be doubling its capacity to over 5,000 square meters, meaning Belgium Leather Pride becomes the biggest gay fetish production in Europe. Current indicators suggest visitor numbers of between 5,000 and 7,500 for the weekend! This is one not to be missed.

A key part of the event is Darklands - the world’s only indoor gay fetish festival. It offers a safe haven for adventurous gay men who are looking to expand their sexual horizons.

Your entry ticket (€15 pre-sale) is valid for all three days for Darklands! There are no extra charges for workshops or film screenings. As well as offering a place to meet other visitors or catch-up with new friends, Darklands features free fetish demonstrations and workshops, the fetish market, and a great line-up of shows, porn actors, DJs, and performers. A selection of bars and food options are available.

In addition to the regular Saturday and Sunday opening, Darklands will also be open on Friday evening for Leather & Fetish Pride 2017. Get your shopping spree in early, or have dinner at our full-service restaurant.

LeatherWest will be standing alongside UK Leather Pride in the Market at Darklands and will be hosting a very special Leather Social event, so come along and introduce yourself.

On your first visit to Darklands, you can ask for our special Leather & Fetish Pride voucher. Selected vendors in the market will give you a €5 discount on Sunday on presentation.

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What’s new in 2017?

An extra venue hall added to Darklands

Darklands expands from 2900 to almost 5000 m2. offering more vendors, workshops, screenings, debates and a
lot more entertainment than ever before.
Darklands becomes the world biggest indoor all male fetish event.

An extra shopping day

Darklands opens on Friday 17 February 2017 from 17:00h till 20:00h for a first shopping spree and live
entertainment.

Opening reception

Hotel guests are invited to join us for the 2017 official opening reception on Friday 17th at Darklands between
20:00h and 22:00h. Free bubbles and finger food by Reload.

Porn Casting

Cazzo, one of Europe’s leading fetish porn producers will record their new movie at Darklands. Take part of their
casting and perhaps you will become the new star of Cazzo.

‘House Of Heart’ Restaurant

For the first time Darklands offers a full service restaurant operated by Reload, the Antwerp restaurant where
many fetish guys find a place to eat. During the day Reload offers a great variety of food to take out at Darklands.
On Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening Reload offers a special Leatherpride menu and on Friday and Saturday
from 22h till 02h the Reload Lounge offer light snacks.

Workshops

In collaboration with the Amsterdam Kink Academy, Darklands will offer a wide range of workshops. These are included in the entrance price.

Art by Lars Deike

At Darklands you will be able to visit an elaborate exhibition of fetish art by Berlin based Lars Deike.

Screenings and debates

The Secret Life Of Human Pups documentary shocked the UK a while ago. Darklands will present the first screening
of the documentary outside of the UK followed by a discussion among the attendees. We’re proud to welcome the
lead character of the documentary Spot to tell us about his experience.

Fusion Party

The official opening party of Leatherpride 2017 is called Fusion and combines 4 strong party concepts. Revelation
(BE), DADDi (IR), Twisted (UK) and Xtreme (DE) each take our main stage for 2 hours to immerse you in the party
experience they’re known for. Fusion will start right after the opening reception in the second hall of the same
venue on Friday 17 February 2017 at 22:00h.

Dark room 2.0

Our dark room this year will be huge. We’ve almost doubled it in space bringing you the craziest set up we could
come up with. Expect an XL watersports area and a smokers maze.

Where to stay

Ibis Budge Hotel

LESS COST, MORE PARTYING
Ibis Budget Hotel is the perfect hideout for party animals who need a place to crash, right before heading for the fun again. Clean and budget friendly.

Ibis Budget Hotel Antwerp Central Station
Lange Kievitstraat 145, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium

Century Hotel

STYLISH & CENTRALLY
Century Hotel is centrally located next to the Antwerp Central Station with direct access to Keyserlei and Meir, Antwerps shopping heart.

Century Hotel
Pelikaanstraat 20-22, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium

Tryp Hotel Antwerp

HISTORY MEETS LIFESTYLE
Discover this oasis of charm and style between the Central Station and the motorway around Antwerp, giving you easy downtown access. The hotel is near to the Zurenborg arera with its many bars and restaurants.

Tryp Hotel Antwerp
Plantin & Moretuslei 136-140, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium

Holiday Inn Express

BETWEEN DARKLANDS & THE BOOTS
Whether you’re visiting Darklands, one of the party’s or the famous club The Boots, it’s all in a stone’s throw from Holiday Inn Express.

Holiday Inn Express Antwerpen City - North
Italielei 2a, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

Lindner Hotel & City Lounge

LUXURY IN THE DIAMOND DISTRICT
Located close to Antwerp’s stunning cathedral-style main station, the Lindner Hotel is the ideal place to relax in all comfort.

Lindner Hotel & City Lounge Antwerpen
Lange Kievitstraat 125, 2018 Antwerpen, Belgium

How to get there

Antwerp is an easy city to get to from most places in Europe, being well served by a magnificent railway station that is well worth a visit in its own right.

By car

From the UK, it’s about a 2 1/2 - 3 hour easy drive from Calais and if there is a few of you, it’s probably the most economic way of getting there. Grab an early morning ferry across the channel (or take the tunnel) and you’ll be there by lunchtime. Alternatively, break up your journey with a late crossing and stay overnight in France at a motel before taking a leisurely drive up to Antwerp. If you’re taking a car, then you might want to spend some time in Ghent or Bruges on your way back.

By train

Taking the Eurostar across to the convenient is easy and fast. Pick up the train to Brussels either at St Pancrass in London or at Ebbsfleet in Kent. At Brussels, transfer to an Antwerp bound train and 45 mins later you’ll be in town. Currently prices for Eurostar to Brussels start at about £30 one way.

By air

Antwerp does have an international airport and is served from London City Airport. Depending on which airport is your nearest, you may want to change at London, or use Amsterdam as a stop-over point. You may look into direct flights to Brussels and catch the train up to Antwerp.