Iowa Leather Weekend 2025
August 22 - August 24
Iowa Leather Weekend 2025 is scheduled for August 22–24, 2025, in Des Moines, Iowa. This annual event celebrates the fetish community and is hosted by The Blazing Saddle, Iowa’s oldest gay bar located in the Historic East Village of Downtown Des Moines. The weekend features various activities, including the selection of titleholders for Mr. Iowa Leather, Ms. Iowa Leather, Mr. Iowa Bear, and Iowa Pet, who go on to represent Iowa in national competitions. Highlights of the event include the Cigar Smoke Out, The Grill Out, the Rubbermen Meet-up, a 3-day Vendor Mart, and the Pet Mosh. Events culminate with a Victory Party and a Beer Bust to congratulate the new winners. Tickets for the weekend are available for purchase, with a Weekend Pass priced at $145, which includes access to all events. For more details and to register, visit the official Iowa Leather Weekend website.