Bringing together thousands of creators, performers, exhibitors, educators, and fans, Fetish Con™ 2026 returns August 6–9, 2026, with four days of expert-led classes, first-ever interactive panels, networking, shopping, signature events, and unforgettable parties.
ST. PETERSBURG, FL – Fetish Con™, the nation’s longest-running creator-focused fetish convention, is proud to announce one of its most diverse educational programs to date. Taking place August 6 – 9, 2026 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront, this year’s event features 47 instructors presenting 50 educational classes, alongside an expanded schedule of networking events, entertainment, and after-hours celebrations.
From BDSM education and relationship dynamics to business development, content creation, safety, wellness, and personal empowerment, the 2026 educational lineup offers something for newcomers and experienced attendees alike. New for 2026, Fetish Con will also introduce three interactive panel discussions, bringing together respected voices from across the industry for candid conversations, audience questions, and diverse perspectives on today’s evolving creator landscape. Designed to encourage meaningful discussion, collaboration, and community engagement, these first-ever panels include:
Friday, August 7 • 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Presented by Clips4Sale
Voice as a Fetish Tool: How Vocal Performance Shapes Desire
Saturday, August 8 • 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Presented by Chaturbate
Building a Fetish Fanbase on Chaturbate
Saturday, August 8 • 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Presented by Clips4Sale
Stacking the Fantasy: Combining Fetishes for Maximum Impact
The educational program is just one part of the Fetish Con experience. Throughout the weekend, attendees can enjoy an exciting lineup of signature events including the Kinky [RED] Carpet, Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party, Pervy Pool Parties, Galactic Gamers Lounge, Twisted Dungeon, Fan Photo Shoot, The Oasis Spa, George Pérez Superheroine Showdown, Fetish Ball & Bash, Kinky Karaoke, and much more all designed to bring the community together professionally and socially.
2026 Full Four-Day Event Schedule – https://fetishcon.com/schedule-of-events/
2026 Kinky Class Schedule – https://fetishcon.com/class-schedule/
2026 Party and After-Party Schedule – https://fetishcon.com/party-schedule/
For those planning to attend, on-site registration and badge pickup begin Wednesday, August 5, at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront. Registration opens 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM for exhibitors only, followed by 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM for all pre-registered All Access attendees and exhibitors. Throughout the weekend, attendees may purchase All Access Passes, Fetish Con Experience Passes, and Limited Access Day Passes during posted Registration Desk hours, subject to availability. For complete Registration Desk hours, visit https://fetishcon.com/registration-desk/
Fetish Con™ also extends its sincere appreciation to the valued sponsors whose continued support helps make the event possible. The 2026 event is proudly presented by Clips4Sale, celebrating an incredible 18th consecutive year as Presenting Sponsor. Fetish Con also proudly welcomes back Chaturbate for its 8th consecutive year as sponsor of the 24th Annual Fetish Ball & Bash, while expanding its partnership as the Inaugural Sponsor of the Galactic Gamers Lounge. Additional sponsors include XSiteAbility (Main Stage), Vixen Media Group (Dalí Bar & Lounge Experience), ThatFetishGirl (24th Annual Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party), CLIPS.com (Pervy Pool Parties), MyContentTools (Kinky Classes), MyMiniMento After Dark (24th Annual Fan Photo Shoot), SideTraX (6th Annual Bondage Battle), and Chainsaw Chuck (Kinky Karaoke). Fetish Con is deeply grateful for the continued partnership of these outstanding companies, whose support helps deliver four unforgettable days of education, networking, entertainment, and community for thousands of creators, performers, industry professionals, and attendees each year.
“Fetish Con has always been about bringing our community together to learn, connect, and celebrate,” said Genesis Lynn, Owner of Fetish Con. “This year’s educational lineup is our most diverse yet, and the addition of our first-ever panel discussions creates even more opportunities for meaningful conversations between creators, performers, educators, and industry professionals. None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors, instructors, exhibitors, volunteers, and attendees. Together, they continue to make Fetish Con one of the most unique and welcoming events in our industry.”
The complete class schedule, instructor information, event lineup, and registration details are available at FetishCon.com
Founded in 2001, Fetish Con™ is the longest-running creator-focused fetish convention in the industry. Held annually in St. Petersburg, Florida, the four-day event brings together content creators, performers, educators, exhibitors, industry professionals, and fans for educational classes, networking, shopping, live entertainment, and signature social events. Celebrating its 24th event in 2026, Fetish Con continues to foster creativity, collaboration, and community within the evolving creator economy.
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