The ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024
The Leathermen of Switzerland invite you to the ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024 in Zurich – revolving around the Annual General Meeting of the European Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs (ECMC) and the election of Mister Leather Europe 2025. We welcome all friends of fetish for a varied program in the heart of Europe!
On this page, you will find general Information about the event, hotel and travel advice, an overview of events and packages as well as the booking option.
General information
Click on each of this page’s sections to learn about different facets of the event weekend.
Most information is relevant for all audiences whereas some sections contain specific information for Mister candidates or AGM delegates.
Accommodation
For accommodation we provide you with discounted hotel offers.
Regardless of the chosen hotel, a city tax of 3.50 CHF / night applies.
Main Event Hotel Crowne Plaza
The Gala Night and the Mr. Leather Europe event also take place in this hotel.
Amenities
- Room category: Standard Business Room
- Free Wi-Fi
- Television
- Radio
- Direct dial telephone with answering machine
- Minibar
- Safe
- Air conditioning
- Room service
- 24h reception
- 1 bottle of mineral water on arrival day
Special features
Free access to the Holmes Place Fitness Club with 2’000 sqm
- Gym
- Cardio and functional zones
- 12 m pool
- Wellness area with sauna and Jacuzzi
Parking
- CHF 10 per parking space for the event evening without overnight stay
- CHF 15 per parking space with overnight stay (instead of CHF 35)
Arrival and departure
- Check-in: 3 pm
- Check-out: No later than 12 o’clock on departure day
Booking and prices
- To get your rooms at the conditions granted to us, please write an e-mail to the Crowne Plaza Hotel via info.zrhha@ihg.com, stating the desired period, the number of guests, and the code “LEATHERMEN”. You will receive the same conditions for a longer stay of up to three days earlier or later.
- If you book via our partner rate you will also benefit from a discounted on-demand breakfast rate of CHF 25 (regular price: CHF 29). Just go to the breakfast reception in the morning and have your breakfast bill for that day booked on your room.
- Room rate: CHF 150 per room (max. 2 people)
- The cancellation conditions can be found in the booking process on the hotel’s website. All prices include VAT.
Overview of Events
This section provides you with an overview of events and options for participation. You will find more information about each event in the event calendar.
Make sure to revisit this page and the event calendar for updates and additional events!
Friday, 18 October 2024
15:00 – 17:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Registration
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
free (walk-in)
17:00 – 19:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Apéro
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Included in Event Packages (individual sale via ticket “Welcome Night” upon availability)
19:30 – 22:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Flying Dinner
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Included in Event Packages (individual sale via ticket “Welcome Night” upon availability)
22:00 – 01:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Lounge Party
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Included in Event Packages (individual sale via ticket “Welcome Night” upon availability)
00:00 – 04:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Dare to Mix Cruise
Zurich: Renos Relax, Brauerstrasse 16, Zurich, 8004, Switzerland
Discounted entry for Event Package holders
Saturday, 19 October 2024
09:00 – 10:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Delegate Breakfast
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
AGM Delegates only
10:00 – 16:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Annual General Meeting
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
AGM Delegates only
12:30 – 13:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Delegate Lunch
Zurich: Pizza Züri, Badenerstrasse 558, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
AGM Delegates only
13:30 – 16:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: City Tour + Pup Crawl
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
free (RSVP)
18:00 – 18:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Red Carpet
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
free (walk-in)
18:30 – 19:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Reception + Penny Arcade
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
Included in Event Packages (individual sale via ticket “Gala Night” upon availability)
19:30 – 23:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Gala Dinner + Mr. Leather Europe Grand Final
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
Included in Event Packages (individual sale via ticket “Gala Night” upon availability)
00:00 – 04:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: LMS Fetish Cruising Party
Zurich: Renos Relax, Brauerstrasse 16, Zurich, 8004, Switzerland
Included in Event Package (Gold only!)
Sunday, 20 October 2024
12:30 – 15:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Brunch + Bingo
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
Included in Event Package (Gold only!)
Tickets and Packages
We have worked hard to make this event weekend both affordable and memorable. Ticket prices are subsidized by the Leathermen of Switzerland and do not reflect the total cost of an event taking place in one of the most expensive cities of the world. No free tickets are given away, no discounted event packages, and all helpers work for free!
We are confident that our packages are attractive, and we are thrilled to welcome you all in Zurich to celebrate our fetish life together.
Schedule and offer are subject to modifications (e.g. change of event location).
Important Note: Sales of packages and tickets that include dinners close on 13 October 2024.
Event Packages
The Event Packages include:
- all Friday events at Turbinenbräu, with plenty of delicious food and drinks: 3 dishes at the Welcome Apéro, 9 dishes at the Welcome Dinner, free beer as long as stock lasts, water, coffee and espresso. You can become a hero of the first night and donate further barrels! (cf. TAB “Donations”)
- Saturday Apéro with bubbles, juice and appetizers
- Saturday Dinner with 3 courses – with a dessert that goes a long way…
- 5 hours of free drinks during the Gala Night
- Entertainment: Penny Arcade, dinner show and Mr. Leather Europe Grand Final
The Event Package Gold additionally includes:
- Free entrance at the first Leathermen of Switzerland fetish party – be thrilled about the amazing location
- The fabulous Bingo Brunch with a big hearty breakfast incl. water, juice, tea and coffee. Get ready to be amongst the winners!
Single Tickets
Individual tickets can be purchased for selected events.
Note: Packages and tickets are sold in CHF
If you choose to display amounts in Euro (EUR) this will only reflect the current conversion rate at the time of your order. However, please be aware that the actual amount will be charged in Swiss Francs (CHF). The final amount in your bank statement may vary due to variations in your currency exchange rate.
Information for Candidates
This section provides information for candidates.
Candidate Event Packages
All candidates for Mister Leather Europe 2025 will receive the Event Package Gold at the price of the Event Package Basic. This discount is generously covered by the Leathermen of Switzerland.
How to receive your Candidate’s Event Package
Submit your application as outlined in the application documents. Once your application has been validated, you will receive an invoice via the email address you provided, which will include the payment details. The fee of EUR 289 / CHF 274 must be transferred to our bank account at least 10 days before the event begins.
Documents
- Mister Leather Europe 2025 – Terms of Participation v1.0 (PDF)
- Mister Leather Europe 2025 – Application Form for Participants v1.0 (PDF)
- Mister Leather Europe 2025 – Voting Regulation v1.0 (PDF)
Schedule of mandatory events + timings
Please carefully study all provided documents for any preparatory work or tasks that need to be completed before the weekend.
Below, you will find the events for which attendance is mandatory for all candidates on the event weekend. Make sure to revisit this page and the event calendar for updates!
Friday, 18 October 2024
17:00 – 19:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Apéro
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
19:30 – 22:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Flying Dinner
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
22:00 – 01:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Welcome Lounge Party
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Saturday, 19 October 2024
10:00 – 16:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Annual General Meeting
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Attendance is only required for a short hello to the AGM delegates during the first 30 minutes.
11:00 – 14:00: Rehearsals (more information will be published soon)
18:00 – 18:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Red Carpet
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
18:30 – 19:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Reception + Penny Arcade
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
19:30 – 23:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Gala Dinner + Mr. Leather Europe Grand Final
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
00:00 – 04:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: LMS Fetish Cruising Party
Zurich: Renos Relax, Brauerstrasse 16, Zurich, 8004, Switzerland
Sunday, 20 October 2024
12:30 – 15:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Brunch + Bingo
Zurich: Crowne Plaza, Badenerstrasse 420, Zurich, 8040, Switzerland
ECMC AGM 2024
This section provides information regarding the attendance at the Annual General Meeting of the European Confederation of Motorcycle Clubs (ECMC).
The ECMC AGM 2024
As we celebrate over 50 years of shared history, we are excited to come together to write a significant new chapter at the AGM in 2024. We look forward to our common path, exciting discussions, and your courageous contributions!
Registration and documents
Please submit the registration form for your association as soon as possible. All registered delegates will receive access to all relevant AGM documents prior to the meeting. Please note that this meeting is specifically for associations (ECMC members and applicants/observers). Therefore, individual registrations are not applicable.
ECMC AGM – Registration Form AGM Attendance v2024.1.0 (PDF)
Schedule of AGM specific events + timings
Below, you will find the events that are only open for AGM participants. Make sure to revisit this page and the event calendar for updates!
Saturday, 19 October 2024
09:00 – 10:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Delegate Breakfast
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
10:00 – 16:00: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Annual General Meeting
Zurich: Turbinenbräu, Badenerstrasse 571, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
12:30 – 13:30: ECMC Fetish Weekend 2024: Delegate Lunch
Zurich: Pizza Züri, Badenerstrasse 558, Zurich, 8048, Switzerland
Mobility and transportation
Taxis are quite expensive (also applies to Uber). Practical and inexpensive, you can travel by public transport during the day and into the early night. We strongly advise against using public transport without a ticket.
Swipe in and out via app
For booking, you can use the Fairtiq app. It offers a booking mechanism that will automatically calculate the cheapest fare based on your individual check-in and check-out.
Zurich Standard Tickets
A more traditional option is buying single or day tickets.
A ticket for a single ride with public transportation (for the 2 Zones covering the city) costs CHF 4.60
If you plan to take more than two rides within 24 hours, you can buy a 24h ticket for CHF 9.20
Tip: you can also use the cute water taxi on the river Limmat!
Important: For riding from the airport to the city (and back), you will need an extension ticket ticket for CHF 4.60
Zurich Card
The Zurich card combines a ticket for public transportation for 72 hours with extended range (including the travel to the airport, the Uetliberg, using ferry lines) with free admission to museums etc.
Zurich Card 72h: CHF 56
City Guide
In this section, you will find some recommendations if you want to explore the city on your own.
Food
- Aargauerhof (Traditional, CHF 30 – 40)
- Bridge Food Court Europaallee (various)
- Burgermeister (Burgers, CHF 20 – 30)
- Celia (Italian, CHF 20 – 30)
- Convivio (Fine Dining, $$$)
- Piu Europaallee (Italian, $$)
- Rheinfelder Bierhalle (Traditional, CHF 20 – 30)
- Vitos Pizzeria Europaallee (Italian, CHF 20 – 30)
Bars & Nightlife
- Cranberry Bar (Cocktails)
- Daniel H. (Bar & Snacks)
- Heaven (Club)
- Heldenbar at Provitreff (queer party on Wednesday nights)
- Kweer (Café & Bar)
- Petra’s Tip Top Bar (Schlager-Bar)
