CLAW 26

dates were

as of June 2026—organizers are polling between two options around the NCAA Women’s Final Four; watch

and Telegram

for the next edition.

Founded in 2002, CLAW Corp is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that welcomes thousands of attendees for education, socializing, and nightlife in a hotel that becomes a temporary leather village.

• 118-booth marketplace in the Regency Ballroom (16,000 sq ft) with vendors, gear, and fetish wear. Hours: Fri 11am–8pm, Sat 10am–6pm, Sun 11am–5pm.

• 150+ classes and workshops across a wide range of interests and experience levels; CEUs through CARAS. Art show in partnership with Tom of Finland Foundation.

• Two BDSM dungeons and dedicated play areas.

• Dozens of gatherings and themed events throughout the weekend.

• International Leather Family Dinner, World Famous Cigar Deck, Fetish Speed Dating, Pet/Pup Moshes, Silent Auctions, Kinky Art Show, Leather Game Shows, Drag Brunch & Bingo, Bound & Beautiful, and Kinky Kabaret.

• The Hyatt Regency Columbus is reserved for CLAW attendees from Thursday evening through Monday morning.

• A valid CLAW registration package is required to book at the host hotel. Overflow hotel room block is available when the host hotel is full.

CLAW 26 is a 21+ only event.