RGV Fetish & Kink Weekend
Largest Fet*sh Event in South Texas | FEB. 18-21, 2027 | McAllen, TX
🏳️🌈 A weekend celebration of LGBTQIA+ "Geared Expression" in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas. Themed dance parties, social events, and vendor market! Experience our entertainment, guest DJs, and Mr. RGV Leather competition at RGVFKWKD!
Schedule of Events
& Themed Dance Parties
It's our 5th Anniversary and we're going BIGGER! 2027 Weekend Theme: Coming Soon
Here is your full vacation schedule:
Feb19
6pm
Pre-Party Social
[Event Teaser]
Registration | Meet & Greet
LOCATION: La Quinta Convention Center
9pm - 11pm
Best Gear Contest, Meet the Contestants, & Shows
LOCATION: Santa Diabla (McAllen, TX)
9pm - 2 am
Leather & Lace
[Dance Party]
HOSTED BY: San Antonio Leathermen
LOCATION: Santa Diabla (McAllen, TX)
DJ Joze
Feb 20
11am - 2pm
Mexi-Excursion [Add-On]
LOCATION: Day trip to Nuevo Progresso!
What to Expect: Enjoy delicious Mexican Cuisine and shopping. Shuttle Service provided from the host hotel, Valid State ID or Passport required.
12pm - 5pm
Vendor Market & Event Registration
LOCATION: Cine El Rey [Open to Public - 21+]
VENDORS: Johnny Martinez Leather, Sir Rat Leather, Kinky Sweets, Backdoor Modern Vintage, Center for Healthcare Empowerment, Rule or Be Ruled, Amigosos Matamoros, and More!
2pm - 5pm
FKU [Fetish & Kink University]
Workshops
LOCATION: Cine El Rey
2pm - Boot Blacking
3pm - Kink and the Law
4pm - Rope Play (Shibari)
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7pm - 9pm
Mr. RGV Leather & The Naughty Little Cabaret
[2026 Competition & Show]
LOCATION: Cine El Rey
9pm - 2am
Kinky Masquerade
[Victory Dance Party]
HOSTED BY: AmigOsos Frontera Matamoros
LOCATION: Cine El Rey (McAllen, TX)
MUSIC BY: DJ Alex Ramos
(HospitalitySuite / Afterhours - host hotel)
Feb 21
12pm - 3pm
Leather & Lace Brunch
[Closing Social]
SHOWS BY: Special Entertainers
LOCATION: Santa Diabla (McAllen) $25 Buffet not included with pass
Host Hotel
THINGS TO KNOW (RGVLW Hotels):
Host Hotel:
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel McAllen
1800 S 2nd St, McAllen, TX 78503
Phone: (956) 686-3000
-RGV Leather Weekend special rate is available for February 17th - 21st.
-Limited shuttle service provided from Host Hotel to events.
-Pre-Party Meet & Greet will be held at Main Host Hotel. Check the event schedule for details.
Host Hotel Reservation:
The Legacy of RGV Leather
Who will be Mr. RGVL 2027? Come for the experience, join a community.
Mr. RGV Leather 2026
Alejandro Rodriguez
Mr. RGV Leather 2025
Abraham Hinojosa
Mr. RGV Leather 2024
Jesus Lopez
Mr. RGV Leather 2023
Pedro Coronado
An RGV Leather titleholder embodies charisma, confidence, and Rio Grande Valley leadership within the leather and fetish subculture. Their legacy serves as a beacon of empowerment and advocacy, inspiring future ambassadors to embrace their identity proudly and champion inclusivity and acceptance.
Interested in competing to be the next Mr. RGV Leather? Sign up here:
