{"id":347,"date":"2026-01-26T21:56:00","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/?p=347"},"modified":"2026-01-26T21:56:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T10:56:18","slug":"dates-for-your-diary-mardi-gras-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/26\/dates-for-your-diary-mardi-gras-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Dates For Your Diary &#8211; Mardi Gras 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-1024x1024.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-768x768.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4-50x50.png 50w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-4.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hey Rubber Lovers!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is shaping up to be a big one. From rubber socials to full-tilt parties, markets, Mardi Gras madness and everything in between, there\u2019s no shortage of chances to shine, connect, and find your people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here\u2019s what\u2019s coming up as we slide into 2026, all in one place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"753\" height=\"374\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-349\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-5.png 753w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-5-300x149.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 753px) 100vw, 753px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday 31 January 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Studio Kink \u2013 Giant Fetish Buy Swap Sell<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>11am\u20134pm, Studio Kink, St Peters<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best places to score rubber bargains and support local makers. Expect plenty of pre-loved latex, plus stalls from <strong>Rubberly<\/strong> (latex care and repair essentials) and <strong>Alecto Latex<\/strong> with handmade pieces. Whether you\u2019re buying, selling, or just browsing, this one\u2019s always worth a look.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More info at <a href=\"http:\/\/studiokink.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">studiokink.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sunday 15 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sydney Rubber \u2013 Rubber Social<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4pm\u20138pm, Kinselas, Darlinghurst<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our signature low-key social returns. A relaxed afternoon to catch up, meet new rubber folk, and ease into the season. Latex encouraged, streetwear welcome. All genders, all sexualities.Stop by after Fair Day!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Raffles, good company, and plenty of shine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details at <a href=\"http:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sydneyrubber.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"678\" height=\"381\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-7.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-7.png 678w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-7-300x169.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 678px) 100vw, 678px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sunday 15 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Mardi Gras Fair Day<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10am\u20139pm, Victoria Park<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The heart of Mardi Gras festivities. Community stalls, performances, food, drinks and sunshine. A great daytime hang before the party weeks really kick off.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More info at <a href=\"http:\/\/mardigras.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mardigras.org.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8-1024x576.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8-1024x576.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8-768x432.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8-1536x864.png 1536w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-8.png 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday 21 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Inquisition 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>6pm\u20132am, Factory Theatre, Marrickville<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dark, sweaty night for those who like their kink loud, proud and unapologetic. Tickets are now in final release, so if this one\u2019s on your radar, don\u2019t sleep on it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Info and tickets via <a href=\"http:\/\/hausofsavvy.au\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"hausofsavvy.au\">hausofsavvy.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sunday 22 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eagle Bar Sydney \u2013 RUBBr<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>From 8pm, Level 2, Burdekin Hotel<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A dedicated rubber night at the Eagle, bringing latex, gear and attitude together on the dancefloor. Tickets are $25 and tend to move fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tickets &nbsp;and details at <a href=\"http:\/\/eaglesydney.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eaglesydney.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<p><strong>February 2026 (lead-up to Mardi Gras)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Eagle Bar Sydney \u2013 Mardi Gras Program<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Eagle always delivers a stacked run of events through Mardi Gras season. Not all are rubber-specific, but all are rubber-friendly and worth keeping an eye on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Full program at <a href=\"http:\/\/eaglesydney.com.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">eaglesydney.com.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"696\" height=\"981\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-11.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-11.png 696w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-11-213x300.png 213w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 696px) 100vw, 696px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Thursday 26 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Hide \u2013 Mardi Gras Edition<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5pm\u201310pm<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A special Mardi Gras edition of The Hide, perfect for pre-parade vibes and midweek mischief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tickets and info at <a href=\"http:\/\/thehide.bigcartel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thehide.bigcartel.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"814\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-12-1024x814.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-12-1024x814.png 1024w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-12-300x239.png 300w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-12-768x611.png 768w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-12.png 1094w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Friday 27 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Studio Kink \u2013 GearUp (Pre-Parade Night)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>7pm\u2013midnight, Studio Kink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A perfect warm-up the night before the parade. Get geared, get social, and still make it home in time to be parade-ready the next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>More info at <a href=\"http:\/\/studiokink.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">studiokink.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"683\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-13.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-13.png 683w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-13-200x300.png 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Saturday 28 February 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Sydney Gay &amp; Lesbian Mardi Gras Parade<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Oxford Street, or live on ABC TV<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This year\u2019s theme is <strong>ECSTATICA<\/strong>, and the city will be buzzing. Whether you\u2019re lining the streets in rubber or watching from home, it\u2019s always a highlight of the year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Details at <a href=\"http:\/\/mardigras.org.au\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mardigras.org.au<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"657\" height=\"337\" src=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-14.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-14.png 657w, https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/image-14-300x154.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 657px) 100vw, 657px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The Hide \u2013 Monthly Events<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Last Sunday of every month<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Hide continues, a staple for fetish and gear lovers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tickets and full details at <a href=\"http:\/\/thehide.bigcartel.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">thehide.bigcartel.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ll keep sharing reminders and updates as dates get closer. As always, thank you for supporting your local rubber community. Whether you\u2019re shiny every weekend or just dipping a toe in, you\u2019re part of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>See you out there,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Your Friendly Sydney Rubber Committee<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Hey Rubber Lovers! Summer is shaping up to be a big one. From rubber socials to full-tilt parties, markets, Mardi Gras madness and everything in between, there\u2019s no shortage of<\/p>\n<p class=\"more-link\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/26\/dates-for-your-diary-mardi-gras-2026\/\" class=\"readmore\">Continue reading&#8230;<span class=\"screen-reader-text\">Dates For Your Diary &#8211; Mardi Gras 2026<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-347","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/347","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=347"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/347\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":365,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/347\/revisions\/365"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=347"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=347"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sydneyrubber.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=347"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}