Folsom Street East closes streets in the Meatpacking District for a day of leather, kink, and community. The free outdoor fair features the main stage with performances, a vendor market, and plenty of outdoor social space for the leather and kink community.
The 2026 edition carries the theme 'Fetish Frontiers'. Attendees are encouraged to dress in leather, latex, uniforms, and fetish gear.
The Meatpacking District is easily accessible by subway (A/C/E to 14th St, or L to 8th Ave). The fair is free. Associated parties at New York's leather bars run throughout the preceding week and on the evening of the fair.
Folsom Street East 2026 takes place on Sunday 21 June in New York City. The 2026 theme is 'Fetish Frontiers'. The free street fair runs from midday in the Meatpacking District. Check folsomstreeteast.com for volunteer opportunities and associated event listings.
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