Welcome to September Edition of Leather Weather where we will honor one of the worlds' kindest, prolific, and influential artists on 9/25. We will be streaming the film 9to5 and raising funds to be split between the contest and the National AIDS memorial quilt project, which Dolly deeply supported. Dolly Swag encouraged by all but for anyone that comes AS Dolly, enter our impersonation contest (8:30ish) for a chance to win $50 cash prize and an AWOL t-shirt or hat. (Just pose/model no performances) . Raffle will include various goodies including a registration to @desireunchainedevents 2026!! Get your past present & future informed by our resident Tarot clinician & baker extraordinaire the Muffin Mam @broomsticks_tammy @themuffinmamsd who will also have dolly cake pops! Come by @awolbarsandiego for a good time. Hosted this month by @djelicorrea @girl_complex @coltfriday; Bootblacking by @bootblackmason; flyer credit @unconditionalcharm π·
Even though it's called "Leather Weather," people that attend come as they are. Some folks come right after work, some dress in "high cow," (head to toe leather), but many folks from adjacent communities come in latex, puppy gear, pony gear, littles, bear-wear or whatever makes you feel foxy (or just comfortable). Sometimes we have theme parties so for those, go wild if you like! Showing up and enjoying the scene is all we hope for.
We almost always have a bootblack (a person who is skilled in leather care). The bootblacks work as a service to community but there is a tipping culture to express your gratitude for having that time and skill places on your garments, boots, or body :) If you want to enjoy that experience, bring cash or be prepared for venmo/zelle/paypal gratuity.
Sometimes we use the time to help raise funds for local organizations in need. There may be themes to dress up, drag performances, auction items, 50/50 raffles, or drink specials. Keep an eye out each month for details. Do you have an organization in need? Let us know and we'll look at including it as a benefactor.