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Mr Fetish World 2025 holding flowers on stage during Darklands 2025.

The search for Mister Fetish World 2026

10/09/2025

The hunt is on for the next Mr. Fetish World. From 4 to 8 March 2026, Antwerp will once again host a contest that is anything but ordinary. With the support of Darklands, WR1, Mr. Riegillio and The Boots, the third edition promises a wild mix of entertainment, pride and community spirit. Forget the usual […]

Attend a Masterclass

10/09/2025

Sharing knowledge and meeting likeminded people is at the heart of Beyond Darklands. Our Masterclasses are led by professionals and seasoned players who bring their experience and insights straight from the community. Every session is designed to give you awareness, skills, and inspiration that you can carry forward into your kinky life. At Beyond Darklands […]

One of the lead designers and organiser of Darklands are discussing the blueprints for the new festival in 2026.

Shaping a new world

10/09/2025

Preparations for Beyond Darklands 2026 are in full motion. In design meetings, visions and technical plans are unfolding into something extraordinary. A new world is taking shape. One that promises to redefine how you experience Beyond Darklands. This journey goes far beyond stages or lights. Every corner, every passage, every moment is being reimagined. Designers […]

Ticket update

9/09/2025

The Full Madness Pass and Ultimate Alpha Pass have now sold out. We’re grateful for the overwhelming enthusiasm and can’t wait to welcome you all in March. For those still planning their journey, the Daytime Festival and single party tickets are still available, offering plenty of ways to experience Beyond Darklands. Check ticket availability A […]

Darklands Wet & Wild

20/08/2025

Get ready to make a splash at Darklands Wet & Wild, the ultimate fetish pool party of Maspalomas Fetish Pride. On Wednesday 8 October 2025, Axel Beach Hotel transforms into a kinky dance floor and steamy playground.

Beyond Classic 2026

20/08/2025

Inspired by the tragic opera heroine Carmen, Beyond Classic 2026 dives into baroque and contemporary stories of desire, resistance and passion. Expect Carmen-inspired personas, a hint of tango and performances that blur the line between beauty and obsession.

Forbidden Kitty wins DJ Contest 2026

6/08/2025

Out of a strong selection of talented entries, one DJ stood out with hypnotic flow, solid mixing and an irresistible stage presence. We’re proud to announce that Forbidden Kitty is the winner of the Beyond Darklands 2026 DJ Contest!

Design the Darklands Flag

5/08/2025

Darklands is more than a festival. It’s a space, where fetish lovers from around the world come together as one tribe. Now, we’re looking for a flag that captures that spirit.

Fetish at Pride Amsterdam

1/08/2025

Together with Fetish@Pride.Amsterdam, we stand for visibility, safety and most of all connection. Fetish isn’t just about style but it’s about history, about resistance and about self-expression.