GEAR'd Adelaide 2026

GEAR’d Adelaide is a premier annual multi-day kink weekend hosted by Adelaide Leather & Fetish Inc (AL&F). Established in 2017, GEAR’d has evolved from a local community vision into a world-class cultural institution. As we celebrate our 10th Anniversary in 2026, we mark a decade of growth that has seen GEAR’d become a cornerstone of the global fetish calendar and a major headline feature of South Australia's Feast Festival.

🌍 A Global Destination with National Impact

What began as a showcase for the Adelaide community is now a destination with a powerful international reach. GEAR’d attracts significant international exposure, drawing visitors from across the globe and every corner of Australia to our shores. Tourism Powerhouse: GEAR’d is a vital engine for the South Australian visitor economy. With over 40% of our attendees traveling from interstate or overseas, the event drives high-yield tourism, filling flights and hotel beds throughout the city and funnelling significant revenue into the State's hospitality and retail sectors.

Community Leadership: While the event has grown into an international powerhouse, our heart remains with South Australia. Our community leaders are dedicated to giving back; through our landmark auctions and events, GEAR’d raises significant funds for South Australian charities, ensuring our success directly benefits the local community.

The Birthday Highlight: The Wakefield Homecoming For an extra-special milestone celebration, we are heading back to The Wakefield Hotel for the ultimate Birthday Street Party. This homecoming isn't just a party -it’s a historic takeover. By returning to the heart of the city at The Wakefield, we are celebrating our roots with a high-energy, inclusive street festival that showcases the very best of our community to the world.

✨ The 2026 Milestone Program: Nov 18–22 Running from Wednesday, November 18 to Sunday, November 22, the 10th iteration of GEAR’d is our most ambitious yet, hosted entirely at our iconic partner venues: The Social Kick-Off: Wednesday night Welcome Drinks at Pirate Life Brewery in the iconic Port Adelaide. The Heart of the Festival: From Thursday, the action centres on The Wakefield Hotel. This historic and accessible venue will host our main events, offering dedicated spaces for connection, education, and celebration. The International Fetish Runway: A high-fashion gala showcasing bold, provocative designs from premier global and local creators. The 10th Anniversary Titles: The sashing of our non-gendered 2026 Adelaide Leather and Adelaide Rubber Title holders.

Flagship Events: All the fan favourites return, including the EVOLUTION - BDSM & Fetish Dance Party, the Provocateur Exhibition, and the Fetish Market Hall.

Ten Years of Impact. Built in Adelaide, Respected by the World.

GEAR'd ADELAIDE 2026- Wednesday 18/11/2026 - Sunday 22/11/2026

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

WEDNESDAY 18/11/2026

6.00pm -Late (Free non-ticketed event & wheelchair accessible)

• Welcome Drinks at Pirate Life Brewing, 18 Baker Street, Port Adelaide SA 5015

THURSDAY 19/11/2026

5.30pm -7.00pm (VIP Ticket holders only) (ticketed event)

• VIP Meet and Greet Party

• including Provocateur Fetish: Through the Photographer’s Lens Exhibition Opening

• including beverages & canapes

7.00pm -11.00pm (ticketed event)

• Fetish Runway

• including meeting the contestants of the 2026 Adelaide Leather and Rubber competitions.

• including Provocateur Fetish: Through the Photographer’s Lens Exhibition

FRIDAY 20/11/2026

7.00pm -11.00pm (ticketed event)

• 2026 Adelaide Title Competitions Including Adelaide Leather 2026 & Adelaide Rubber 2026

• including Provocateur Fetish: Through the Photographer’s Lens Exhibition

SATURDAY 21/11/2026

12.00pm -5.00pm (Free non-ticketed event & wheelchair accessible)

• GEAR’d Adelaide Fetish Markets

• including Provocateur Fetish: Through the Photographer’s Lens Exhibition

1.00pm-2.30pm (ticketed event)

• GEAR’d Adelaide Workshop 1- Mister Fister's Masster Class - Presented by Mr Fister

3.00pm - 4.30pm (ticketed event)

• GEAR’d Adelaide Workshop 2 - TBA

8.00pm -2.00am (ticketed event)

• EVOLUTION- BDSM Dungeon & Fetish Dance Party

SUNDAY 22/11/2026

12.00pm -8.00pm (Free non-ticketed event & wheelchair accessible)

• Recovery @ Feast - Picnic in The Park, Whitmore Square, Adelaide CBD