RGV Leather Weekend
Largest Fet*sh Event in South Texas | FEB. 6-8, 2026 | McAllen, TX
BE REAL. BE YOU.🏳️🌈 RGV Leather Weekend, 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: Special guest DJs, DJ Joze
2026 Judges: International Guest Judges
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
7pm
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, J. Angel Art, Backdoor Modern Vintage, Frontera Fund, Rule or Be Ruled, Amigosos Matamoros, and More!
2pm - 5pm
FKU [Fetish & Kink University]
Workshops
LOCATION: Cine El Rey
1pm - Primal Master & Slave
2pm - Rope & Shibari Play
3pm - Sexual Health & Pleasure
4pm - Gender Diversity in Leather
5pm - Meet the IML 2025 Judges
6pm - Bootblack & Fantasy Scenes
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7pm - 9pm
Mr. RGV Leather & Burlesque Show
[2026 Competition]
LOCATION: Cine El Rey
9pm - 2am
Kinky Cabaret Dance
[Victory Party]
HOSTED BY: AmigOsos Frontera Matamoros
LOCATION: La Bandida (McAllen, TX)
MUSIC BY: DJ Sam Gee
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 (Host Hotel):
La Quinta McAllen Convention Center (Special Rate)
801 S Ware Rd, McAllen, TX 78501
Phone: (956) 682-6765
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RGV Leather Weekend special rate is available for February 5th - 8th.
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Reserve now before special room rate sells out.
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Limited shuttle service provided from Host Hotel to events.
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Pre-Party Meet & Greet will be held at Host Hotel. Check the event schedule for details.
Reserve your room here:
The Legacy of RGV Leather
An RGV Leather titleholder is an embodiment of 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. Who will be next?
Mr. RGV Leather 2025
Abraham Hinojosa
Mr. RGV Leather 2024
Jesus Lopez
Mr. RGV Leather 2023
Pedro Coronado
Interested in competing to be the next Mr. RGV Leather? Follow the link below and check our the requirements:
