RGV Leather Weekend
Largest Fet*sh Event in South Texas | FEB. 6-8, 2026 | 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 RGVLW!
Featured Guest: Mathew
Entertainers
Internationally known DJs: DJ Alex Ramos, DJ Joze
2026 Judges: Guy, The Leather Coach | Still, Ms. Texas Leather 2025 | Zephyr, Mr. Eagle NYC 2025 & 1st Runner Up IML47 | Miss Gay US of A 2025 | & Tally Master, Hector Ruiz
Special Guests: Mr. RGV Leather 2023, Mr. RGV Leather 2024, Mr. RGV Leather 2025, Bootblacks, and MORE!
Featured Guest - Zephyr
(Mr. Eagle NYC 2025
IML 47 1st Runner Up)
Schedule of Events
& Themed Dance Parties
It's our 4th Anniversary and we're going BIGGER! 2026 Weekend Theme: K*nky Burlesque! Here is your full vacation schedule:
Feb 06
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 07
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: La Bandida (McAllen, TX)
MUSIC BY: DJ Alex Ramos
(HospitalitySuite / Afterhours - host hotel)
Feb 08
12pm - 3pm
Leather Dolls Brunch
[Closing Social]
SHOWS BY: Special Entertainers
LOCATION: Santa Diabla (McAllen) $25 Buffet not included with pass
Host Hotel
THINGS TO KNOW (RGVLW Hotels):
1) Host Hotel:
La Quinta McAllen Convention Center
801 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
Phone: (956) 682-6765
-RGV Leather Weekend special rate is available for February 5th - 8th.
-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.
Room Block has been expanded at La Quinta (Host Hotel)!:
Call Mary J. Hernandez at 956-342-5589 for RGVLW Special Rate. (Limited Rooms Left) Regular Rates can be found on the La Quinta Website.
2) Overflow Hotel:
Cambria Hotel McAllen Convention Center
701 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
Overflow Hotel Reservation:
The Legacy of RGV Leather
Who will be Mr. RGVLW 2026? Come for the experience, join a community.
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:
