ADELAIDE’S ONLY FETISH WEEKEND

The wait is over. GEAR’d Adelaide to celebrate a monumental milestone: our 10th Birthday. For ten years, we have set the standard, and now we’re back for four unforgettable nights where fetish takes center stage in South Australia’s premier kink event. The air is thick with the scent of leather and latex, the hum of a decade of history, and a pulse that is more primal than ever.

Feel the heat of Competition Night as we crown the next icons of the scene, and witness the high-octane return of the wildly successful Fetish Runway, showcasing the very best in style and creative mastery. Lose yourself in the energy of the Evolution Play Party, where tension builds and inhibitions fall, or explore the Fetish Market Hall to browse elite craftsmanship and gear up for the nights ahead.

18th – 22nd
November 2026

Celebrating 10 years in 2026

Venue Announcement

The Birthday Highlight:
The Wakefield Homecoming

Get ready for the biggest birthday news of all: for our 10th birthday, GEAR’d is going back to where it all began. To mark this milestone in true celebratory style, we’re returning to The Wakefield Hotel for the ultimate Birthday Street Party.

This homecoming is more than a party—it’s a landmark celebration. Back in the heart of the city at The Wakefield Hotel, we’ll honour our roots with a vibrant, inclusive street festival that puts the very best of our community on show.

With an open, accessible venue as our festival hub, it’s the perfect place to bring together a huge week of leather pride, kink connection and community celebration.

- Fully accessible venue
- Plenty of parking and public transport nearby
- Loads of local accommodation options within walking distance

A Look Back on GEAR'd Adelaide 2025 Experience

Look back on the GEAR’d Adelaide 2025 photo galleries capturing the incredible energy, creativity, and community that defined the 2025 event. From bold looks and unforgettable nights to candid moments of connection, these images tell the story of a truly special week.

Whether you were on the dancefloor, behind the scenes, or cheering from the sidelines, there’s something here to relive and share. Take your time, spot familiar faces, and soak up the atmosphere that made GEAR’d what it was.

Thank you, and enjoy!

See the galleries here

ADELAIDE’S ONLY FETISH WEEKEND