It might be cold up North but it’s also kinky. Here’s the crème de la crème of Manchester’s hottest kink events.
For queer kink: Riot Party
Riot Party wins the prize for the coolest and most happening kink event currently going down in Manchester. POC and sex worker led, Riot Party is a queer sex-positive rave, ‘for self-expression, hedonism and exploration, with spaces to Dance, Chill, and Play.’ As per the more modern day kink parties, you don’t need to purchase membership for Riot Party, as the vibe is more akin to a normal ticketed club events, except it’s just a whole lot sexier.
Expect amazing guest performances, a respectful and inclusive atmosphere and a range of music from afrobeats to stripper anthems. If you’re into a quieter night, Riot Party also host socials for games and mingling. There’s no play allowed for these evenings, but there’s always space for a bit of flirtation.
Location: For the parties: Area Manchester. For the socials: various locations.
Dress code: Fetish wear required. Check out the Riot Party Outfit Guidebook.
Price: £
For no-hands kink: Manchester Munch
Simply want to meet fellow kinksters and learn more about the world of BDSM? Manchester Munch have kinky socials on the second Saturday of every month. These usually feature talks or workshops on various aspects of kink ‘from the basics of consent and safety to the psychology of rope and submission.’ They even do kinky clothes swaps!
Having been going for 25 years, these guys know what they’re talking about and have a loyal following, so get ready for a wholesome and enlightening afternoon. If you want to connect with people beforehand you can join their discord server.
Location: New York New York bar, Manchester.
Dress code: n/a.
Price: free.
For femdom kink: Bitches UnleaSHEd
Want a scene that it purely ruled by femmes? Bitches UnleaSHEd is a ‘judgement-free environment where Dominant Females reign supreme and submissives can free themselves of societal pressures and embrace the slave they really are.’ At the beginning of their events, all slaves are required have to make an oath to serve – these ladies mean business.
The parties are themed, there’s entertainment and in-house dommes, plus wristband identification marking the level of play that you’re willing to engage in. Run by two passionate dominas wanting to give back to a community they cherish, Bitches UnleasSHEd is an unaffected event attracting dommes and subs of all ages and backgrounds.
Location: Locations around Manchester.
Dress code: Fetish wear required.
Price: £
For OG kink: Club Lash
Established back in 1998, Club Lash is for the old-time kinksters and known for welcoming the new ones too. With monthly events held in Ashton under Lyme and larger events in Manchester, these nights feature a fully equipped dungeon, a dance floor where you can get down to rock, industrial, pop and dance music plus social areas such as the bar and covered smoking area.
Originally started by 4 women ‘who wanted to develop a space that would allow people of all genders and sexualities to meet together and have somewhere to live out some of their fantasies’, Club Lash has an open minded and welcoming attitude and whilst it’s not a swingers club or a sex club, all polite perverts are welcome.
Location: The Chambers Studio and other locations.
Dress code: Fetish wear required.
Price: £
For big-time kink: Torture Garden
Torture Garden only comes to Manchester once a year, usually in the summertime, but it’s worth the annual wait. Established in 1990, they know their way around the block and expect to see anyone and everyone, from the old-school kinksters to the newbies. It’s a big bash- Torture Garden are known as the biggest kink party in Europe.
There’s always a mix of music from RNB to electro to 80s, and everything at TG is done to the max- so expect a range of fantastic performers and some hardcore kink.
Location: Basement-style nightclub, Hidden MCR.
Dress Code: The kinkier, the better.
Price: ££
For rubbermen kink: Manchester Rubber Weekend
Another annual affair, Manchester Rubber Weekend has been going for 15 years and continues to thrive. It happens normally around the end of May and whilst all genders are welcome, the crowd is mostly made up of rubber-clad men. People come from all over for this celebration of rubber, so don’t expect to just hear Manny voices.
All of the weekend’s action takes place around the famous Canal Street in Manchester’s gay village. Expect events like play parties, rubber markets, bondage areas, art exhibitions and much more.
Location: Various venues in Gay Village.
Dress Code: Rubber, man!
Price: £
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Read: The ultimate guide to London’s sex parties.
Iso
Iso is a writer and filmmaker based in East London. She is passionate about all things erotic and leads a sexy, shame-free life in hope that she can inspire others to do the same. Originally from a Northern seaside town, she is naturally drawn to the best things in life: candyfloss, trashy karaoke bars and heart-shaped sunglasses.
