Guides
New to the community, or just want the lay of the land? These short, practical guides cover how to find events and show up well — no jargon, no pressure.
How to find kink, BDSM & leather events near you
A practical guide to finding real, vetted kink, BDSM & leather events near you — munches, play parties, classes, title contests and more — without giving up your privacy.
For organizersHow to create an event calendar (ICS) feed for your events
A step-by-step guide for event producers: publish a free iCalendar (ICS) feed — the easy way with Google Calendar — so your events import into Scene automatically and stay in sync.
For newcomersYour first munch: what to expect
A munch is the easiest way into the kink and leather community. Here's what a munch is, what happens at one, and how to walk in feeling prepared.
ReferenceKink & leather event types, explained
Munches, parties, classes, title contests, fundraisers and conferences — a plain-language guide to the kinds of kink and leather events you'll find, and which suits you.
Ground rulesConsent & etiquette at community events
Consent, discretion, and basic etiquette make community events work. A short, practical guide for anyone attending a kink or leather event for the first time.
For organizersHow to sell tickets for your event on Scene
A complete walkthrough of selling tickets on Scene: setting up payouts, ticket packages and add-ons, promo codes, guest lists, door check-in, refunds, wallet passes, and embedding checkout on your own site.
Learn a skillHow to find BDSM classes & workshops near you
A practical guide to finding beginner-friendly BDSM classes and workshops near you — what they teach, what to expect as a newcomer, and how to attend safely and privately.
For newcomersWhat is a play party? A first-timer's guide
Curious about play parties? A plain-language, non-explicit guide to what a play party is, how they work, the rules and consent norms, and how to comfortably attend your first one.
Seasonal guides
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