OFFICIAL PARTIES
3 Parties. One unforgettable weekend!
From the pulse of the main stages to the seductive shadows of the backroom, discover events built for the adventurous.
Gear & Greet
Friday, August 14th | 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM
WEEKEND PASSHOLDER EXCLUSIVE EVENT
Kick off your KDS Weekend in style. Weekend Passholders are invited to an exclusive kickoff event of cocktails, connection, and a few surprises. Cigar Deck and demo space is open!
Location:
Atlanta Eagle
1492 Piedmont Ave NE,
Atalnta, GA 30309
SMUT
Friday, August 14st | 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Dark. Sexy. Full of SMUT.
The backroom is open. The lights are low. And what happens here… stays deep underground.
Gear it up. Strip it down. This is where the weekend begins.
Location:
Atlanta Eagle
1492 Piedmont Ave NE,
Atalnta, GA 30309
Deviant's Disco
Saturday, August 15th | 10:00 PM – 3:00 AM
Deviant’s Disco is back as the crown jewel and official main event of Kink Down South Weekend, taking over the legendary Masquerade for a night of unadulterated beats, heavy sweat, and raw energy. Inspired by the legendary, underground, high-octane energy of Europe, this is where the bass meets the baseline of your deepest desires.
Location:
Masquerade Atlanta
50 Lower Alabama Street #110, Atlanta, GA 30303
KDS WEEKEND FESTIVAL
- Saturday, August 15th | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
- Saturday, August 16th | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Kink Down South transforms 535 Means Street—a sprawling 30,000-square-foot progressive space in Atlanta’s historic Westside—into the premier outdoor kink sanctuary of the American South. This isn’t just a street fair; it’s 2 days of raw expression, skill-sharing, high-energy play, and pure community connection.
Whether you’re stepping into gear for the first time or elevated as a seasoned veteran, the daytime festival grounds are built to immerse, educate, and electrify.
Bondage Stations Sponsored by Mr. S Leather: Outfitted by industry icons Mr. S, Leather, our dedicated suspension and rope stations are where riggers showcase precision, tension, and the art of rope
Masterclasses, Live Demos & The Demo Dungeon: Take your practice deeper with curated, high-level education led by leading community educators. From technical rope work, flogging precision, and chastity to power exchange dynamics, body-positive kink, and nude yoga, our expanded dual-classroom setup delivers real skill-building in an intimate, supportive space.
The Arcade Lounge Sponsored by Joystick: Need to catch your breath without losing the vibe? Beat the Southern heat in our retro Arcade Lounge, hosted by Atlanta’s own Joystick. Unwind over classic arcade cabinets, cool down with good company, and soak in a playful, low-stakes space to recharge.
Curated Community Socials & Meetups: Culture is built through connection. Throughout the afternoon, dedicated meetup zones host structured socials designed to help you find your chosen family—including BIPOC, Trans & Non-Binary, Leather Lovers, Rubber, Sports Gear, Pups & Paw Pride, Women in Kink, Titleholders, and Sober Socials.
The Vendor Marketplace & Open Grounds: Browse dozens of premier gear makers, artisans, craftspeople, and vendors from across the country. Get a fresh fade or beard trim with on-site barbers, sit for a high-shine bootblacking session, and refuel at a line of local food trucks keeping the energy high all afternoon.
Location:
Atlanta Contemporary
535 Means St NW, Atlanta. Georgia 30318, United States
