- SUN 17 Nov: Discussion: Leathermen / Kink men: What does it mean and how does it show up in life?
- SAT 23 Nov: Potluck and Kinky Show and Tell Workshop
Other local, and near local, events
- Sat 9 NOV: SWAP MEAT at The Hole, 6pm-12am (doors open at 3pm)
- Sun 10 NOV: Kinky Karnival at The Rope Collective, 1-5pm
- Thr 21 NOV: "Leather 101: <intense> Play" at PECS Bar, 6-9pm
- Thr-Sun 28 NOV - 01 DEC: Leather Thanksgiving (CLAW LA)
- Sat 30 NOV: Kinky Swap Meat at The Hideaway, <time>
What: Discussion: Leathermen / Kink men
When: SUNday, 17 November 2024, Noon - 4pm
Yes, SUNday, not SaturdayWhere: Private residence. RSVP with the event name and First and Last Name to SignMeUpForEvent [at} GMail
Leather is a thread that wove this subculture within the gay men’s, LGBTQI+, and greater society together, the connections these men formed ran much deeper than just fabric. They are leathermen —proud of their identities, their community, and the space they had carved out in a world that often rejected them.
A Leatherman is an umbrella term that most often included those who engage in BDSM, Kink, and fetishes. There is a long history of leathermen that in modern times go back to the 1930s and 40s. Since then it has changed and evolved. Many leathermen have guiding principles or values that show up in their lives weather or not they are wearing leather that makes them who they are. The leather subculture incorporates BDSM into one’s lifestyle. Leather has different meanings and associations to us. It can be symbolic of strength and power as well as sexiness and danger. Leather/animal skins is a useful and practical material that is used for clothing, and other useful items not the least for floggers and restraints.
Some of the qualities that can be associated with a leatherman are caring, integrity, honesty, growth, and passion. Your personal values are a central part of who you are – and who you want to be.
Come ready to share your thoughts and ideas that we will explore through discussion on such topics as:
- What is a leatherman?
- What is/was the draw for each of us to this community?
- What are “leather / kink” values?
- What does leather mean to me? The community?
- How do we show up as leather every day and how do we come together as a community of leathermen?
What: Potluck and Kinky Show and Tell Workshop
When: Saturday, 23 November 2024, Noon - 4pm
Where: Private residence. RSVP with the event name and First and Last Name to SignMeUpForEvent [at} GMail
Potluck and bring your favorite toy and talk about why you like it, how you use it, and answer questions about it from the other men in the group.
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What: 5th Annual Kinky Karnival
When: SUN 10 NOV, 1-5pm
Where: The Rope Collective, 953 S. 16th St., San Diego
🎪 Kinky Karnival is COMING! 🎪18+ only.
Join San Diego's kink community for a wild day of fun, games, and community love—all to support Leather Realm at Pride 2025! 🌈
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What to Expect: Karnival games like Toy Bowling, Ring Toss, Slap Happy & more!
Raffles, prizes, and mystery surprises 🎁
Shop local vendors for all your fave kinky gear 🛍️
Delicious food & unforgettable vibes 🍔
🎟️ Tickets: $25 (Includes game tokens + raffle tickets)
All proceeds go to support Leather Realm—a 30-year staple of San Diego’s kink scene! 💖
📅 When: November 10th, 2024
📍 Where: The Rope Collective, 953 S. 16th St., San Diego
👗 Dress Code: Vanilla, but express yourself!
Let’s make this the best Pride fundraiser ever! 🔥 Grab your ticket today and come ready to play, win, and support an amazing cause!
#KinkyKarnival #LeatherRealm #Pride2025 #SupportYourCommunity #SanDiegoKink
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What: SWAP MEAT
What: SWAP MEAT
When: SAT 9 NOV, 6pm-12am (doors open at 3pm)
Where: The Hole, 2820 Lytton St, San Diego 92110
Join San Diego’s original SWAP MEAT leather/kink/bear event at 6pm on Saturday, Nov. 9th. We welcome all kink-curious & experienced trade for MANLY fun. Shop, Cruise & Dance with new buds in real time off the apps at The Hole.
Doors open @ 3pm (Classic 70s/80s)
Swap Meat event @ 6pm-12 with special Guest DJs Barbarossa B2B Ax Grind spinning (Tech) House/Groove/NuDisco.
- No Cover
- Free Parking
- Bootblack
- Vendor Market
- Outdoor Patios
- Interactive Games
- Heavy Cruising
- $5 Bud Light pitchers
- $10 well pitchers (except Mules)
- Flaco’s famous burgers (4pm)
- Pups welcome
- Coat Check (6pm)
✅For the price of 2 Hillcrest drinks, you could have a pitcher and share an Uber to The Hole! Come for the SWAP, Stay for the MEAT.
✅ Gay spaces are our sacred places. This is a MALE energy event. NO pics w/out permission.
📍The Hole - 2820 Lytton St, San Diego 92110
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What: "Leather 101: <intense> Play" at PECS Bar, 6-9pm
When: Thr 21 NOV, 6-9pm
Where: PECS Bar
Leather 101 is an educational series set up by Mr. San Diego Leather 2024 in coordination with San Diego's experienced educators to provide a safe space for those who are curious to explore leather, kink, and fetishes that they have always been interested in, but didn't know how or where to begin.
Classes will rotate between different locations monthly so that learners can experience more of San Diego's LGBT spaces, and to accommodate the needs of each course.
Class 6: Presented by Alpha Rob
Get ready for an intimate evening of discovery and exploration, as we delve into the world of <intense> play. This interactive workshop will guide you through the basics of <intense> play, emphasizing safety, communication, and consent.
Experience the sensual thrill of this unique practice and learn how to incorporate it into your personal connections. Our featured educator, Alpha Rob, will provide a comprehensive introduction, covering:
- Safety protocols and hygiene best practices
- Communication techniques
- Various <intense> play techniques and styles
This course will be held at PECS on the lower patio bar area. While the event is scheduled 6pm- 9pm to allow time to be social, class will start promptly at 7pm to be respectful of our educator's time.
This is a free event but purchasing drinks from our host location is encouraged. 🙂
Finally THANK YOU to our November sponsors for Leather 101 -
Gear Blackout Party: linktr.ee/gearblackoutparty
and
Pleasures and Treasures: https://pandtstore.myshopify.com/
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Thr-Sun 28 NOV - 01 DEC: Leather Thanksgiving (Formerly CLAW LA)
What: Leather Thanksgiving
When: 27 Nov through 01 Dec 2024
Where: Hotel Indigo, Los Angeles, CA
For registration, visit: https://ClawInfo.org/
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- Sat 30 NOV: Kinky Swap Meat at The Hideaway, <time>
In Leather,
The Men of FMSD
