Folsom Street Fair 2024: Dates, Events and Dress Code

Folsom Street Fair 2024

The Folsom Street Fair is a world-renowned event celebrating the leather, kink, and alternative sexuality communities. Held annually in San Francisco, the event attracts thousands of kinksters. The fair also serves as a significant fundraiser for public health, human services, and arts organizations. Known for its electrifying (and cruisey) atmosphere, it's arguably the biggest gay fetish event in the USA.

What's the Dress Code?

The Folsom Street Fair in San Francisco has an open and inclusive dress code. Many attendees wear leather, fetish gear, body harnesses, jockstraps, or even opt for nudity, which is permitted within the event's boundaries (you might need a raincoat to get home safe!). Costumes with a kink twist are also popular, though casual attire is perfectly acceptable. Comfortable footwear is recommended, as the fair covers several blocks, and it's wise to consider the unpredictable San Francisco weather when planning your outfit.

History of Folsom Street Fair

The Folsom Street Fair began in 1984 in San Francisco, originally as a small event aimed at fostering community spirit among the city's gay leather and BDSM community. Over the years, it has grown into the world's largest leather and fetish event, attracting hundreds of thousands of attendees each year. 

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