*We’re honoured to have the use of this great image of Dale Kruse, a legend on our scene.
Gone but could never be forgotten.
AWOL 2021 – A Week of Leather and Fetish takes place between 9th and 15th August with an array of events appealing to the leather and fetish enthusiast, or those who may just be a bit curious.
This year the Laird celebrates 11 years of AWOL with Australia’s premier series of geared-up and stripped-down events for same-sex attracted CIS and Trans males.
Over 7 days we celebrate the diversity of leather and fetish with the men who love it, live it and are it.
Alongside the big events such as Jock Party and Laird Leatherman Competition, AWOL 2021 is jam packed with so much more on offer, from workshops to social events including Hand Jobs Art Exhibition, Eagle Sessions, High Shine and TRIBE. And in 2021 we’re proud to include some new events such as Mannhaus Sessions and High Cow Grazing at Mamor.
Cheers, Brett, Mark and Dean
The Laird / DEANation
The Laird, Melbourne, is Australia’s longest running gay-owned and operated bar and accommodation.
Formerly known as "Melbourne's only bear and leather bar", The Laird has progressed over the years to become a haven, meeting place and party space for same-sex attracted CIS and trans males.
