Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend: Jan. 10-13, 2025

As the organizers of Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend, the Centaur MC, like many of you, is disheartened by the results of this week’s election. While this certainly was not the outcome many had hoped for, we remain steadfast in our fortitude in the face of such adversity.

In times like these it helps to remember that we are stronger when we stand together. That we are better when we support and uplift one another. We can find strength when we remember where we came from and draw power from the fighting spirit that is in all of us. These things will help us find the hope and perseverance to fight for our future.

We understand that people are anxious, and rightfully so. We want you to know that we continue to monitor the atmosphere in the region. We will also be working in conjunction with local law enforcement, the city and the hotels to ensure that every precaution is taken to provide the safest environment possible for those attending MAL Weekend.

We have the distinct honor of being the first of many events in the coming year for the LGBTQ+ community to be planned in our nation’s capital, but also to be the guiding light for all of the ones to be held all over our country throughout the year. Come and help us show the country and the world the might and the resolve of our community and what we can do when we don’t back down.

Centaur MC

The MAL Full Weekend Package includes admission to all Official MAL Events:

• Access to the Exhibit Hall all three days
• Leather Cocktails w/open bar & food
• Sunday Breakfast (all you can eat)
• Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather Contest
• Sunday Closing Dance
• Priority access for Host Hotel lobby
• Souvenir Wristband and Run Pin

MAL Full Weekend Packages are SOLD OUT!

The contract is signed and the ink is dry. CENTAUR MC is proud to partner with KINETIC to present the Official MAL Dance Parties. Information will be released about how and when you can purchase weekend dance packages and individual dance tickets. IF YOU PURCHASED THE FULL MAL RUN PACKAGE THE SUNDAY CLOSING DANCE PARTY IS INCLUDED. The other weekend dance parties are not. Looking forward to MAL 2025.

As was previously mentioned we have partnered with Sickening Events to provide our registration system this year. While the registration process is very similar to last year, Sickening Events does bring with it some new opportunities. Below is some important information that you will need to know when preparing for MAL Weekend 2025!

Sickening Events Day Passes and Three Day Weekend Passes

In order to address the long lines out front during MAL weekend, we will be offering advance sales of day passes, and three day passes through Sickening Events.
While day pass sales will continue this year on site, we will be limiting the number of passes available and encourage everyone to purchase in advance.
If you purchase a three day weekend pass, you will be given access to reserve any available rooms at any of the participating hotels. If you purchase during phase 2(two) of registration you will be given access to any remaining rooms.
Purchase of a day or three day pass, does not guarantee immediate entry to the hotel as we are still required to adhere to capacity and fire marshal regulations. Entry will be monitored and access will be granted as capacities allow.
There are two options for three day passes, one with a hotel room and one without. If you need to reserve a hotel room for the weekend and plan to buy a three day pass make sure you select the appropriate option otherwise you will not receive your booking link.
Costs for Passes for 2025 are:
- $45 – 3 day pass w/contest
- $30 – Single day Sunday pass w/contest
- $20 – Single day pass (Friday or Saturday) No contest access

Packages/passes are non-transferable. You will be able to cancel your order for a refund minus taxes and fees and a $30 processing charge until December 31,2024. After December 31, all sales are final.

For the first time we will be introducing a hotel reservation platform to the registration process for Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend 2025. This platform will not be made public and you will only receive access to reserve a room after purchasing your package(s) or pass(es).Each link will be unique to your purchase to prevent anyone from reserving a room without first making a purchase.

Reserving a Hotel Room

Only one unique link will be generated per order, so if multiple packages are purchased on one order only the primary person will receive the link. (check your spam folder)
While we know everyone wants to stay at the Hyatt, you will be able to reserve a room at ANY of the participating hotels immediately.
Additionally you will be able to select what type of room you want when you make your reservation. This means picking a specific type of room, suite, floor, etc at time of reservation instead of contacting the hotel at a later time.
There will also be a place for you to make special requests ( specific room, number or floor, asking to be in rooms near your friends, etc.). Please note the hotels will do their best to accommodate as many requests as possible, but make no guarantees.
You will be able to enter any hotel reward information while making your reservation and once you have made your selections you will be able to see your total cost for the weekend before submitting your order.
As in year’s past, there will be a one night non-refundable charge for each hotel, with the balance due at check-in.
Rooms will only be allowed to be transferred to people in your party already on your reservation. All changes/modifications will be made through the same platform and if any changes require a financial exchange of funds, that will need to be handled between the two affected parties.
REFUNDS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED THROUGH THE PASSKEY PLATFORM!

As with any new process, there are bound to be unforeseen hiccups and growing pains that are out of our control. Should you encounter any such problems, please email tickets@sickeningevents.com. We also ask that you be patient and courteous as we work to fix them as quickly as possible. Finally, we thank you for your understanding as we implement these new and exciting changes. Ultimately, we hope that they will enhance and provide a much better customer experience to all of our valued participants.

Official Information Sources

The Centaur Motorcycle Club has only three (3) official channels of information related to Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend: 1) This website – www.leatherweekend.com; 2) the weekends official Facebook Group; and 3) the weekends official Instagram. Other websites, social media platforms, or communications platforms are not sanctioned by the Centaur Motorcycle Club. They do not have permission to use the MAL name, logos, or images. The Centaur’s hold no responsibility for the information posted or conduct of the members of non-sanctioned sources. If in doubt about information, visit www.leatherweekend.com.

All guests entering the Hyatt Regency will be asked for a photo ID. Those 21 and over will receive a wrist band signifying that they are aged 21 or over and can purchase alcohol at one of the many bars located in the hotel.
Please remember that the official start of the event is Friday, January 10, 2025 after 4:00pm. We thank you for keeping this in mind and following the dress code, including views from your room window, as we have other guests in house prior to the event start date.
For your privacy and consideration of others, please make use of the curtains and blinds.
Wristbands provided to all registered guests will be required throughout the event; In addition a separate band for those 21 and up will be required to purchase any alcohol. Damaged or misplaced bands will result in a replacement fee. During peak times these will help expedite movement throughout the hotel and onto the guest room floors (registered guest to access the hotel lobby, all guests must have either a hotel band, full weekend band, or current exhibit hall band. No band = No access. There are no wrist band sales after registration closes.

Mr. MAL 2025 Contest

We are looking for Leathermen to compete to be Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather 2025. The Mr. MAL contest is open to all gay Leathermen. For more information, read our contest page.

Bootblacks

The Bootblacks donate 50% of their tips to the Mr. MAL Travel fund and a local charity. Click here to learn more about how you can help the Bootblacks during MAL Weekend.

Sponsorships

If you would like to be a sponsor for MAL 2024, please visit our Sponsors page.

It began with a party and a cock ring

2025 marks the 50th Anniversary of Mid-Atlantic Leather Cocktails. Learn about the history of Leather Cocktails and Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend.

Contact Us

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