· the mid- atlantic leather weekend will begin on thursday, jan 15. · the annual mid- atlantic leather comes to dc in a couple of weeks. Mid- atlantic leather weekend is one of the largest annual gatherings of the leather , kink, fetish, and lgbtq+ communities. This is an annual three-day event in washington, d. c. , for the leather , kink, and lgbtq+ communities, featuring parties, vendors. · the mid- atlantic leather weekend (mal) returns to washington, d. c. Mid- atlantic leather weekend (mal) is a vibrant, three-day celebration of the leather, kink, and lgbtq+ communities, drawing thousands of participants annually. We look back at its history and what to expect. From january 16 to 19, 2026 , drawing thousands of lgbtq+ participants for leather -themed events, contests, and parties hosted by centaur mc. Taking place from january 16 to , at the hyatt regency washington on capitol hill, this weekend promises an exciting array of activities including workshops, social gatherings, and vibrant nightlife events. Mid- atlantic leather contest on sunday Access to the exhibit hall for all three days of mal admission to the mr. Mal 2026 packages & passes mid- atlantic leather weekend returns january 16–19, 2026 with two ways to be part of the action. Hosted by the centaur motorcycle club, mal brings together thousands of people from around the world to celebrate leather culture, brotherhood, and self-expression. Full weekend run packages are now sold out!