Eagle Wilton Manors – Leather, Pride & Purpose

Get your leather ready, Wilton Manors! Florida Leather Week returns November 7–15, bringing nine days of bold self-expression, entertainment, education and plenty of reasons to celebrate.

Whether you’re a longtime member of the leather community, curious about the culture or simply looking to join the festivities, there’s a place for you. Leather, fetish, kink and LGBTQ+ culture take center stage in a celebration that welcomes the leather community, friends and allies alike.

The festivities begin with a Leather Pride Walk down Wilton Drive, followed by the raising of community flags above Eagle Wilton Manors. It’s a colorful celebration of identity and belonging, setting the tone for a week filled with workshops, socials, performances, competitions and dance parties. Along the way, there are opportunities to learn, share experiences and form friendships that can last a lifetime.

The annual Mr. Eagle Wilton Manors Competition is one of the week’s highlights, combining tradition, leadership and community service. Thursday’s Meet N’ Greet introduces the contestants while raising money for the winner’s travel fund. Friday’s competition crowns a new titleholder, who will represent Eagle Wilton Manors and compete at International Mr. Leather in Chicago.

The winner receives travel assistance and a paid hotel room for the international competition, with an opportunity to earn additional support by organizing a fundraiser for a Florida charity during the title year. It’s a meaningful way to carry the spirit of Leather Week into the year ahead.

There’s more giving back on the menu, too! The November 8 Chili Cook-Off brings a little friendly competition to Eagle Wilton Manors, with proceeds benefiting the Gay Men’s Chorus of South Florida. Florida Leather Week is also among the programs supported by Rainbow Sidekick, Inc., a South Florida nonprofit dedicated to inclusive arts and cultural experiences.

For Chuck King, lead producer of Florida Leather Week, that spirit of empowerment and community involvement is what makes the event so special.

“Florida Leather Week brings people together to celebrate who they are, share their passions and enjoy a community where they belong. We want everyone to have an incredible time, but we also want the week to make a difference. Supporting local organizations, encouraging community service and creating opportunities for people to connect are all part of what makes this celebration so important.”

— Chuck King, Lead Producer

Another exciting highlight is the return of BOUNDLESS! After funding losses forced its cancellation in 2025, corporate grants and private donors helped bring the Block Party back. On Saturday, November 14, the Gray Box Theater parking lot comes alive with vendors, leather goods, fetish wear, art, entertainment, food and educational experiences.

Nine days of leather, pride, friendship and unforgettable experiences are coming to Wilton Manors. Get ready to celebrate, make new connections and enjoy everything this special week has to offer.

Come as you are. Celebrate who you are. Be part of a community that embraces you just as you are.

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