KINKFEST 2010
Celebrating 12 years!
March 19th - 21st
Portland, Oregon
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KinkFest?
What is the schedule of events?
What does it cost? What is the refund policy?
Do I have to be a PLA member?
Can I join PLA with my KinkFest application and get the PLA member rate?
Can I renew my PLA membership with registration?
Does attending KinkFest renew my PLA Membership automatically?
Is there a couples discount?
Are there day passes available?
Can members of reciprocal organizations get the PLA member price?
Can I volunteer to help out?
What is a play party?
What should I wear?
Is there financial assistance or work study available?
What if I don't see my question here?
What is KinkFest?
Kinkfest is a nationally attended 3-day event celebrating sexual diversity and education. There are informative workshops, two evening play parties as well as opportunity to shop for products and services from leather- and fetish-friendly businesses.
What is the schedule of events?
You can find a copy of the schedule on the schedule page.
What does it cost?
Early registration until February 15, 2009
PLA members $100.00
Reciprocal members $100.00
Non-Members $125.00
Late Registration for PLA or Reciprocal Members between February 16th to March 15th is $125.00
Late Registration for Non-Members between February 16th to March 15th is $150.00
Refund Policy
75% by February 28, 2009
No refunds issued after March 1, 2009
Applications must be postmarked by March 15th!
Please note that Kinkfest Registration may be closed earlier than the dates shown above if/when event space is sold out and we have reached full capacity for the facility.
Do I have to be a PLA member?
No, you do not have to be a PLA member to apply for a KinkFest membership. However, PLA members do receive a discount for KinkFest memberships.
Do I have to be a PLA member?
No, you do not have to be a PLA member to apply for a KinkFest membership. However, PLA members do receive a discount for KinkFest memberships.
Can I join PLA with my KinkFest application and get the PLA member rate?
No, you must be a current PLA Member to qualify for the the PLA rate. More information about joining PLA, and instructions for PLA Members to signup for the reduced rate is available on the Portland Leather Alliance Website.
Can I renew my PLA membership with registration?
No, please go to the Portland Leather Alliance Website to renew or update your PLA Membership. Renewing is only $10 and will add 365 days to your existing membership expiration date. You can renew anytime during a year as it will always just add more days to your membership.
Does attending KinkFest renew my PLA Membership automatically?
NO! All PLA Memberships expire on March 31st, 2009. If you wish to stay a current PLA Member, you must go and renew your membership on the Portland Leather Alliance Website. See previous question.
Is there a couples discount?
No, there is no multi-person discount. The memberships rates are per person.
Are there day passes available?
We do not have day passes to the event or partial memberships available. Only full KinkFest memberships are available which entitle the member to attend all events throughout the weekend.
Can members of reciprocal organizations get the PLA member price?
Yes. The reciprocal organizations are:
Society of Janus
SMOdyssey
Club X
The Wet Spot
Contact the Membership Director for more information membership@portlandleather.org
Can I volunteer to help out?
Yes you can. There are many areas where you can help out at the event setting up and tearing down the dungeon, guest services, registration, Dungeon Monitors, and First Aid. All volunteers receive a complementary KinkFest T-Shirt and a gift certificate to the vendor's area. Contact the volunteer coordinator at volunteers@kinkfest.org
What is a play party?
A play party/dungeon party is an event that gives kinky people the opportunity to engage in BDSM play at a public event. It is a chance to watch others interact, to meet and possibly play with new people, and show off your kink in an accepting environment. Dungeon furniture such as bondage crosses, spanking benches, padded tables, slings, and other furniture are provided. Everyone brings their own portable toys. Every play party has its own rules but some etiquette is standard. Please make sure you read the Etiquette and Kinkfest party rules listed below.
What should I wear?
During the day at Kinkfest, a more modest dress is usually seen, but that doesn't mean you have to hold back when in the conference rooms. Feel free to be comfortable in your most intimate fetish and be able to flaunt it here in a safe and welcoming environment. It is important to note that "vanilla", or street clothes, are required in the hotel lobby, outside, and in the halls.
A play party can be like an adult fancy masquerade dress party. So much to choose from; just let your inner desires and fantasy role play thoughts unfold to reality. Scroll down for some examples of scrumptiously hot and sexy ideas.
Here's a few ideas:
Fantasy, fetish, leather, PVC, vinyl, latex, rubber, metal, feathers, satin, velvet, cyber/futuristic, goth, vampire, master, slave, dominant, submissive, headmaster, headmistress, military (army, navy and airforce), school boys and girls, police officer, nun, priest, nurse, doctor, patient, the list can keep on going), burlesque/theatrical, exotic dancers, retro 40's/50's, belly dancers, angels, devils, anything obscene or bawdy, lingerie, drag, totally naked except for body decoration: piercings, tattoos and body painting.
The only limit is your imagination.
*If you have nothing in your wardrobe from the above list, that's okay, wear whatever you want. If you want to be in "fetish wear" we suggest a color code wardrobe: ALL Black or ALL Red or ALL White or the color that excites you!
For comfort, many people take their outfit in a bag and change when they arrive.
Is there financial assistance or work study available?
Yes, a limited number of scholarships are available. Contact the KF Membership Director for more information membership@kinkfest.org
What if I don't see my question here?
Please email contact@kinkfest.org and we will be happy to assist you.
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