CLAW 26

CLAW 26 takes over the Hyatt Regency Columbus (350 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43215) from April 2-5, 2026 for a full-property leather and kink weekend. 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. **Event Highlights:** **VendorMart** - 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. **Skills & Education** - 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. **Play Spaces** - Two BDSM dungeons and dedicated play areas. **Socials & Mixers** - Dozens of gatherings and themed events throughout the weekend. **Signature Experiences** - 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. **Hotel & Registration:** **Host Hotel Buyout** - The Hyatt Regency Columbus is reserved for CLAW attendees from Thursday evening through Monday morning. **CLAW Package Required** - 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. **Age Requirement:** CLAW 26 is a 21+ only event.