What new features are being introduced at Fetish Con 2026?

For 2026, Fetish Con is introducing three interactive panels, which are designed to create more opportunities for conversations among creators, performers, educators, and industry professionals.

When does on-site registration begin for Fetish Con 2026?

On-site registration and badge pickup for Fetish Con 2026 will commence on Wednesday, August 5, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront.

Fetish Con 2026 Schedule Announced: Expanded Education & Panels

Q: When and where will Fetish Con 2026 take place?

Fetish Con 2026 will take place from August 6-9 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Q: What kind of educational content will be offered at Fetish Con 2026?

The event will offer 50 educational classes covering topics such as BDSM education, relationship dynamics, business development, content creation, safety, wellness, and personal empowerment.

Q: What are some of the signature events at Fetish Con 2026?

Signature events include the Kinky [RED] Carpet, the Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party, Pervy Pool Parties, the Galactic Gamers Lounge, the Twisted Dungeon, the Fan Photo Shoot, The Oasis Spa, the George Pérez Superheroine Showdown, the Fetish Ball & Bash, and Kinky Karaoke.

Fetish Con 2026 unveils its schedule, featuring an expanded educational program with 50 classes, new interactive panels, and signature social events. The convention takes place August 6-9 in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Fetish Con, a creator-focused fetish convention, has announced its event schedule for 2026, featuring an expanded educational program and new interactive panels. The event will take place from August 6-9 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront in St. Petersburg, Florida.

Educational Programming and New Panels

The 2026 Fetish Con will offer 50 educational classes presented by 47 instructors, described by an event representative as "one of its most diverse educational programs to date." The curriculum covers a range of topics, including BDSM education, relationship dynamics, business development, content creation, safety, wellness, and personal empowerment. The lineup is designed to cater to both new and experienced attendees.

A new addition for 2026 is the introduction of three interactive panels. These panels are scheduled as follows:

Friday, August 7, 4-5:30 p.m.: "Voice as a Fetish Tool: How Vocal Performance Shapes Desire," presented by Clips4Sale.
Saturday, August 8, 2-3:30 p.m.: "Building a Fetish Fanbase on Chaturbate," presented by Chaturbate.
Saturday, August 8, 4-5:30 p.m.: "Stacking the Fantasy: Combining Fetishes for Maximum Impact," presented by Clips4Sale.

Genesis Lynn, owner of Fetish Con, stated that the educational lineup for this year is the most diverse yet, and the inclusion of the first-ever panel discussions will create more opportunities for conversations among creators, performers, educators, and industry professionals.

Signature Events and Social Gatherings

Beyond the educational offerings, Fetish Con 2026 will feature an array of signature events and social gatherings. These include the Kinky [RED] Carpet, the Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party, Pervy Pool Parties, the Galactic Gamers Lounge, the Twisted Dungeon, the Fan Photo Shoot, The Oasis Spa, the George Pérez Superheroine Showdown, the Fetish Ball & Bash, and Kinky Karaoke. An event representative noted that these activities are "designed to bring the community together professionally and socially."

The 24th Annual Fetish Ball & Bash is among the highlighted events, as is the 24th Annual Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party and the 6th Annual Bondage Battle.

Registration and Sponsorship Details

On-site registration and badge pickup for Fetish Con 2026 will commence on Wednesday, August 5, at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront. On this day, registration will be open from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for exhibitors only, followed by 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. for all pre-registered All Access attendees and exhibitors. Attendees will have the option to purchase All Access Passes, Fetish Con Experience Passes, and Limited Access Day Passes during posted Registration Desk hours, subject to availability. No trade show events are scheduled for Wednesday, August 5. Vendor set-up hours are from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. on this day.

Fetish Con 2026 is supported by a range of sponsors. Clips4Sale is celebrating its 18th consecutive year as Presenting Sponsor. Chaturbate marks its 8th consecutive year as a sponsor of the 24th Annual Fetish Ball & Bash and is expanding its partnership as the Inaugural Sponsor of the Galactic Gamers Lounge. Additional sponsors include XSiteAbility for the Main Stage, Vixen Media Group for the Dalí Bar & Lounge Experience, ThatFetishGirl for the 24th Annual Meet & Greet Kick-Off Party, Clips.com for the Pervy Pool Parties, MyContentTools for Kinky Classes, MyMiniMento After Dark for the 24th Annual Fan Photo Shoot, SideTraX for the 6th Annual Bondage Battle, and Chainsaw Chuck for Kinky Karaoke.

The complete class schedule, instructor information, event lineup, and registration details are available at FetishCon.com.

Key Facts

Fetish Con 2026 will be held from August 6-9 at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront in St. Petersburg, Florida.
The event features 47 instructors presenting 50 educational classes.
Three new interactive panels will be introduced, presented by Clips4Sale and Chaturbate.
On-site registration and badge pickup begin Wednesday, August 5, at 10 a.m. for exhibitors.
Clips4Sale is the Presenting Sponsor for its 18th consecutive year.
Chaturbate is a sponsor of the 24th Annual Fetish Ball & Bash and the Inaugural Sponsor of the Galactic Gamers Lounge.