Event Dates
From: Thursday, October 2, 2025
To: Monday, October 6, 2025
Mates Leather Weekend
Provincetown 2025
Mates Leather Weekend brings together like-minded and leather-wearing guys from around the world.
Mates Leather Weekend Provincetown 2025
Mates Leather Weekend brings together like-minded and leather-wearing guys from around the world during the cooling fall weather, perfect for enjoying all the sights of Provincetown in your leather, rubber, or uniform.
- Are you visiting for the Mates Leather Weekend? Stay at the Brass Key Guesthouse, rated “Superb” by guests. The Adults Only hotel features a heated pool and jacuzzi and is home to the popular Shipwrecked bar for pre-party cocktails.
The Leather Weekend
- Next Edition: Thursday 2nd October – Sunday 6th October 2025
- Enjoy a full schedule of parties, events, meet-ups and more during the four days of Mates Leather Weekend Provincetown.
- Stay close to all of the Mates events during the weekend at the Stowaway, a 4-star guest house, rated “Superb” by guests with beautifully designed rooms and just steps from the centre of town.
Thursday, Oct 02
- Boots N Brews Featuring Jay Falcon: Sign up to have your boots shined by MLW Resident BootBlack Jay Falcon at the first event of the weekend. NO COVER. Provincetown Brewery, 141 Bradford St., 5pm – 7pm.
- Prime The Pump: Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and drinks as the weekend begins. NO COVER. Bay Cafe, 177 Commercial St., 8pm – 10pm.
- Boot Camp: Dance to DJ Wayne Michael, fire up a stogie on the back patio, or get your boots shined by Jay Falcon. NO COVER. Atlantic House, 6 Masonic Place, 10pm – 1am.
- If you want to stay at the Crown And Anchor, you should book your stay several months in advance.
Friday, Oct 03
- Waterfront Cocktails: Start your afternoon right with cocktails overlooking Provincetown Harbor. NO COVER. Aqua Bar, 207 Commercial St., 12:30pm – 3pm.
- Opening Reception: Pick up or purchase your MLW Event Pass and enjoy the delicious buffet. $10 cover without registration. Venue TBA, 5pm – 8pm.
- Coffee & Dessert: Head over to Full Kit Gear for some caffeine and sweets after the Opening Reception. NO COVER. Full Kit Gear, 192 Commercial St., 7PM – 9PM.
- Uniforms & Cigars: Fire up your stogie and meet the First Mate Contestants. Jay Falcon will shine your boots. $10 cover without Event Pass. Venue TBA, 9:30pm – 1am.
Saturday, Oct 04
- Leather Market & Raffle: Shop for Leather & Fetish goods or sell/trade your own gear. Raffle tickets available. $5 cover without Event Pass. Boatslip Resort, 161 Commercial St., 11am – 3pm.
- Leather Tea Dance: Dance to the beats of DJ Wayne Michael. $10 cover without Event Pass. Atlantic House, 6 Masonic Place, 6pm – 9pm.
- First Mate Contest & Jock Party: Support your favorite contestant in the First Mate Contest and enjoy the party. $20 cover without event pass. Venue TBA, 9PM – 1AM.
Sunday, Oct 05
- Cookout & Tattoo Contest: Enjoy delicious eats and cocktails while showing off your ink for a chance to win an Event Pass to MLW 2026. $20 cover without Event Pass. Venue TBA, 11:30am – 2pm.
- The Fetish Party: Venue TBA, $20 cover without Event Pass, 4pm – 8pm.
- Rubber Ball: Venue TBA, $10 cover without Event Pass, 10pm – 1am.
Monday, Oct 06
- Afterglow Closing Party: Eye-opener cocktails and shared memories of the weekend with friends. NO COVER. Bay Cafe, 177 Commercial St., 9AM – NOON.
The Venues
- Paramount – The largest waterfront nightclub in Provincetown, located at the Crown & Anchor. Paramount features a state-of-the-art sound system, a large dance floor and a spacious patio.
- Aqua Bar Aqua Bar – A chill hangout on the harbour with a spacious deck, offering an array of specialty cocktails & beer.
- Atlantic House – Veteran gay club with dance floor, two bars & tribute to once P-town resident Tennessee Williams.
- Provincetown Brewery – A local brewery known for its craft beers and vibrant atmosphere, providing a popular spot for gatherings, live music, and events, often reflecting the town’s artistic spirit.
- Boatslip Resort – A popular waterfront resort featuring a pool and outdoor areas, known for its lively tea dances in the summer and as a hub for social events within the LGBTQ+ community.
- Bay Cafe – A charming eatery with a relaxed vibe, offering delicious food and drinks while boasting beautiful views of the harbor, making it a favorite for both locals and visitors.
Where to stay in Provincetown?
Here are the hotels we recommend that have good reviews and keep you close to all the action:
Recommended Hotels
Where to stay close to all the gay bars.
Our top 4 selections with the best rates.
Where we stay!
The Carpe Diem Guesthouse is our
home from home when in Provincetown.
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Gay Map of Provincetown
Provincetown itself has two main drags, Commercial Street and Bradford Street. P’town can be divided into three sections, the quiet and peaceful West End, the bustling downtown center, and the East End, which has a number of galleries and guesthouses.
7 Cook St, Provincetown, MA 02657
Located in the heart of Provincetown’s art gallery district, the historic Inn at Cook Street was originally built in 1836. It features unique, individually decorated guest rooms and serves a daily hot breakfast.
Each guest room is decorated with original local artwork and offers antique furnishings. A flat-screen TV and en suite bathroom are included.
12 Winthrop Street Provincetown, MA 02657
This Cape Cod Bed and Breakfast is centrally located in the heart of Provincetown and boasts 3 outdoor decks. Whale watching from the pier is less than 10 minutes’ walk away.
The Beaconlight Guest House features rooms with an en suite bathroom, a flat-screen TV with DVD player, and a refrigerator. The rooms are furnished with bright colors and inviting décor, and offer plush bathrobes.
102 Bradford Street Provincetown, MA 02657
This historic Provincetown hotel, located in the heart of Provincetown, Massachussets, boasts a large courtyard and gardens as well as free WiFi access. Pilgrim Monument is 290 m away.
Every room at The Provincetown Hotel at Gabriel’s features a a cable TV. Many rooms have a fireplace. They are uniquely decorated in warm colours, plush bedding, and wood furnishings. Select rooms offer a private balcony.
176 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
This Provincetown property features rooms equipped with refrigerators and free Wi-Fi. The Pilgrim Monument and Park are within a 10-minute walk of the property.
Rooms are uniquely decorated and with large windows and balconies at the Anchor Inn Beach House. The rooms have antique-style furnishings and white bedding.
Provincetown, MA
This apartment will provide you with a satellite TV and DVD player, air conditioning and a living room. The kitchenette has a microwave, a fridge and an oven, as well as coffee machine. A patio and free WiFi.
Provincetown, MA
All units have a satellite TV. There is also a kitchen, equipped with a dishwasher, microwave and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine. There is a private bathroom with free toiletries in every unit.
Provincetown, MA
The holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a TV with satellite channels, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and a microwave, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms with a bath. Private parking and free WiFi.
Provincetown, MA
This home offers it all! Just steps to the best spots downtown and direct access to a beautiful bay beach. This air-conditioned holiday home has 4 bedrooms, a cable TV, and a kitchen with a microwave and a fridge.
6 Masonic Place Provincetown, MA 02657
Provincetown's Oldest and Most Popular Gay Bar in Town Featuring The Little Bar, a jukebox bar with fireplace, The Macho Bar, a leather cruise bar, and The Dance Club
Historic District, 186 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657
Gay bar with Friendly staff, great company and good music with shows
359 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, United States
Walk through a long courtyard and pass some stores to find this modern, minimalist gay bar overlooking the beach, the place to be for the sunset
293 Commercial St, Provincetown, MA 02657, United States
Fun gay bar with lots to do like Pool Tables, Ping Pong, Air Hockey, Darts
161 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
Internationally renowned destination for LGBTQ+ travelers and home to the world famous Tea Dance. Located on the water in the West End of town on Commercial Street
247 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
The Crown & Anchor features six unique bar venues including the town's largest nightclub (Paramount), the town's only video bar (Wave), a cabaret venue, a poolside bar with heated pool, a piano bar and an ever-popular leather bar (The Vault). The Crown also features the Central House at the Crown—a year-round restaurant offering lunch and dinner
9 Carver St, Provincetown, MA 02657
The Porchside Lounge is the friendliest meeting place in Provincetown! Join friends for a game of pool, challenge yourself to a video game or relax at one of the indoor lounge areas or outdoor porch bars. Enjoy good conversation, renew old acquaintances and make new friends!
10 Carver Street Provincetown, MA 02657
Chill Lounge located on the corner of Carver Street Upscale and sophisticated gay bar
177 Commercial St Provincetown, MA 02657
Per dinner drinks are always good here, so is the food
Amazing waterfront outdoor deck dinning with a 180 degree view of Provincetown Harbor. Fresh seafood, American continental, weekly specials, late nigh bar
207 Commercial Street Provincetown, MA 02657
Gay bar with a beautiful waterfront deck bar boasts magnificent views, creative cocktails, and an exceedingly comfortable atmosphere.and with a nice patio overlooking the water
149 Commercial Street Provincetown, MA 02657
A relaxed little gay bar mixed ages
Recommended Hotels in Provincetown By Booking
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We have chosen hotels in Provincetown that keep you close to all the shops, restaurants & bars
Anchor Inn Beach
4 Star, Luxury
- 4 Star – Unique Decor, Large Windows and Balconies
- Close to the gay district
- Refrigerators, antique-style
- Provincetown property with uniquely decorated rooms, refrigerators, Wi-Fi, close to Pilgrim Monument and Park.
Beaconlight House
4 Star, Readers Choice
- 4 Star – Outdoor Hot Tub, Flower Gardens
- Close to the gay district
- En suite bathroom, flat-screen TV
- Features en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, refrigerators, outdoor hot tub, and flower gardens.
Inn at Cook Street
4 Star, Great Value
- 4 Star – In The Heart of Art Gallery District
- Close to the gay district
- Unique decorations, flat-screen TV
- In Provincetown’s art gallery district, historic inn with individually decorated rooms, daily hot breakfast.
Hotel at Gabriel’s
4 Star, Location
- 4 Star – Large Courtyard and Gardens
- Close to the gay district
- Cable TV, fireplace, balcony
- In central Provincetown, offers free WiFi, rooms with cable TVs, fireplaces, warm colors, and plush bedding.
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A video montage of Provincetown
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