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7:30am CDT

Morning Yoga

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am CDT

Begin BASH with a grounding Vinyasa Yoga flow before the start of a busy conference day! Lucia (RYT-200) invites attendees to find mindfulness and full-body awareness in this approximately hour-long flow. We’ll begin with seated breath work, with breathing exercises attendees can use to return to a moment of calm throughout the rest of BASH. Then, enjoy a beginner-friendly flow to gently wake up and build heat in your body, and to prepare yourself for a day of standing, walking, note-taking, and playing. We’ll sink into an extra-long final resting pose to calm your nervous system and leave you feeling ready for the day ahead.

Beginner yogis are highly encouraged to attend! No prior yoga experience necessary.

BYO mat and props (blocks, blankets, etc.).

Doors open at 7 a.m. Attendees are encouraged to arrive by 7:15 a.m. to find a spot and set up your mat.

Presenters

Lucia

Lucia (she/they) believes in the power of kink as a full-body experience. With mindfulness and self-exploration and reflection at the core of her classes, she encourages students to approach kink with curiosity and intention. She is especially passionate about bottom-led education... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:30am - 8:30am CDT
Hill Country B

Special Events

8:00am CDT

Registration

Saturday June 20, 2026 8:00am - 10:00pm CDT

Registration for BASH

Check-in, you must have a gov't issued ID for registration to verify your identity.

Don't forget to buy a drink pass!! NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGES ARE ALLOWED (we will have water stations to fill your personal cup)

Saturday June 20, 2026 8:00am - 10:00pm CDT
Atrium

Registration

9:00am CDT

Twisting power- creative power play scene building

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

Elm

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This is an advanced class exploring new ways to play with power exchange. The class will dive into scene creation using live power play demos, and lived experience; as well as insights from my professional training regarding power and relationships. We will consider how psychological play and engaging our minds in the scene can heighten the experience. This class is taught by a submissive, and is for doms, subs, and switches.

Presenters

Rennie

Ren Reed (she/they), LMFT, LPC, is a kink and sex therapist specializing in kink, non-monogamy, queer identities, sexual shame, and religious trauma & deconstruction. She is the owner of Renegade Kink + Sex Therapy, a group practice offering sex therapy and kink & sex education. Ren's... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Elm

Audience 301

9:00am CDT

Kink & the Autism Spectrum: Challenges, Superpowers, and Connection

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

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This workshop explores the intersection of kink and autism, co-led by a neurotypical facilitator and an autistic co-facilitator. Together, they blend professional knowledge and lived experience to create a space that is both educational and affirming.

The session begins with grounding agreements and an overview of how autism shapes sensory processing, communication, and social interaction. Participants will learn why kink can be especially meaningful for autistic individuals — from the comfort of clear rules and structure to the richness of sensory play.

We then address challenges, including sensory overstimulation, triggers, meltdowns, and shutdowns. Strategies for support are shared, such as negotiation styles, non-verbal safewords, overstimulation “emergency plans,” and tailored aftercare. Attendees will participate in small group activities to practice designing coping strategies that respect neurodiverse needs.

The workshop also celebrates autistic strengths in kink — deep focus, creativity, passion for ritual, and honesty in communication. Participants will be invited to recognize these traits as superpowers, not deficits.

Finally, we bridge neurotypical and autistic communication styles, offering practical techniques to foster respect and connection. Through roleplay exercises, attendees will practice adapting negotiation and scene planning for clarity and accessibility.

Presenters

constantlykat

Kat has been exploring kink for nearly 15 years and has spent almost a decade deeply rooted in the Houston kink community. She currently serves as a board member for EROS and brings over five years of experience facilitating discussions on a wide range of kink-related topics—from... Read More →

journeysa

John has been involved in the kink lifestyle for more than a decade and brings substantial lived experience to the topics being presented. His deeper engagement with the kink community began after meeting his partner, wife, and submissive, Kat, who had already been presenting independently... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Sycamore

Psychological Play

Audience 101

9:00am CDT

You’re Putting Rope Where?

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

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Explore rope beyond traditional harnesses and placements. Demo and discussion based 101 on all the fun weird places you can put rope. Face, crotch, hands and feet safety considerations with ideas for how to use to increase connection, vulnerability, and sensations while adding a fun twist to your rope play.

Presenters

almaverde

almaverde (they/them) is a slightly feral non-binary, primal switch with a passion for self-tying and other rope, masochism, and FAFOing. They enjoy playing for connection, energy exchange, and fun. Willing to learn and dabble in most kinks, they enjoy a variety of play from rope... Read More →

UncleNasty

Uncle Nasty is a queer daddy and kinkster since 2014 and a 2 year member of the Dallas Firedancers, branching connections through several communities within the lifestyle. When he’s not watching a horror movie he provides graphic art for friends and businesses, creating social media... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Hill Country C

Audience 101

9:00am CDT

Build-A-Bot: Objectification Lab

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

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From toys to toilets, dolls to pets, gods to monsters, objectification is as complex as it is hot. This hands-on workshop helps you craft your dream objectification scene from the ground up by breaking fantasy into clear, playful components. Together, we’ll make designing the object’s role, limits and purpose part of the kink itself. Expect pervy tools for newcomers and fresh filth for people already fluent in wanting to be used.

Presenters

Nodorum

Nodorum is a sadist, tango dancer & physician from Argentina. His kinks include primal dominance, blood lust, and ethical-elegant coercion. He is passionate about martial arts, philosophy, and kink. And knives. Lots of knives.

TraciLynn

tracilynn is a kink facilitator and queer sadomasochist who tries to reach the sublime through the disgusting. She is a mess-fetishist, academic, and pornographer on both sides of the camera. Her kinks include deconstructing identity, awkwardness, and collaboration. She collects... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Hill Country A

Audience 201, 301

9:00am CDT

Primal Play 201 — Controlled Contact, Grappling Concepts & Opportunity

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT

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Primal Play 201 builds on foundational concepts by introducing controlled contact principles, grappling theory, and positional awareness within primal play. The focus is on how and why physical interactions work — not on practicing them.

Through detailed explanations and live demonstrations, attendees will learn about takedowns, positional control, pressure application, and recognizing openings created by movement and resistance. Negotiation, emotional regulation, and safety considerations are emphasized as intensity increases.

This class is for those who want to understand physical primal play before engaging in it.

Presenters

C2ThePrimal

My name is Chris I go by C2Theprimal. We lead the community in Houston for primal play. We practice our own take of primal mix with wrestling and martial arts. My partner and I are black belts on kickboxing and we have practice kickboxing, BJJ and MMA for the last 10 years.

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 10:30am CDT
Hill Country B

Audience 201

9:00am CDT

Bootblack Station 1 & 2

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT

Come and get your boots and your leather taken care of.

**Accepts tips

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Atrium

Special Events

10:00am CDT

Littles & Critters Space

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm CDT

Space for the littles and critters to get away for a little while.

RULES:

Be kind and respectful to all ageplayers, caregivers, pets, handlers, and critters.
Respectful behavior and consent are mandatory.
Consent may be withdrawn at any time.
No touching, handling, petting, feeding, or leashing with another participant without consent.
All play must be non-impact and non-scene-based. Even during Dungeon hours. Dungeon will have mat for you to play on in the dungeon space
No explicit sexual activity permitted in this room.
Clean up after yourself and return shared items when finished.
No photography, video, or audio recording without explicit verbal consent from everyone visible.
Be careful with furniture, toys, and equipment.
Keep exits clear at all times.
No running or unsafe physical play. Pets can do light roughhousing but must be kept to the mats
Respect the directions of room monitors and event staff.
This is a shared community space; please help keep noise levels reasonable and welcoming for everyone.
During Dungeon Hours you will hear the dungeon music, unfortunately there nothing we can do about that sorry.

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Cypress

Audience All

10:00am CDT

Quiet Room

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm CDT

This room is for quiet time and space.

- No loud conversations
- No play of any kind
- Time limit of 1 hour

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 6:00pm CDT
Pecan

Audience All

10:00am CDT

Silent Auction

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 7:00pm CDT

Oak

Silent Auction

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 7:00pm CDT
Oak

Audience All

10:00am CDT

The Celestial Bazaar (Vending)

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 7:30pm CDT

Where every tool, toy and kinky treasure is a star in your universe.

Step into the Celestial Bazaar and find a curated marketplace for all your fetish fun. From rope to leather, toys to tails, our vendors have refined their treasures for all level of play. This cosmic emporium is your destination for items to elevate your scenes and expand your BDSM experiences.

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:00am - 7:30pm CDT
Hill Country D

Audience All

10:30am CDT

VIP Event - AM Snacks

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am CDT

Elm

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AM Snacks (served in the side area, behind Elm)

- Muffins
- Fruit (GF & V)
- Bagels
- Bagels (GF)
- Coffee
- Juice

Saturday June 20, 2026 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Elm

VIP Event

11:00am CDT

Beyond the Yes- You Got Consent, What Comes with the Yes

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT

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Consent a simple concept, right - get permission to do something to someone, give permission to someone to do something. Ok you got the yes, now what? Let's talk about and consider what comes with the yes. Consent has layers and encompasses more than just a play scene when you're in a dynamic.

Presenters

MasterLolaSmiles

Key Note

Master Lola Smiles a Latina Leatherwoman of Ecuadorian descent, a covered Leather Master from Long Island, NY. She is a polyamorous sadist who has been in the lifestyle for 3 decades - a BDSM educator & presenter, teaching throughout the U.S. and Internationally, and an event promoter... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Hill Country A

Community Education

Audience 101, 201

11:00am CDT

How To Train Your Bottom: Using Behavioral Science to Create Lasting Change

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT

Elm

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A supportive, hands-on class for people in authority-based dynamics who want training that builds motivation, trust, and long-term success. Instead of guessing what might work, we’ll talk about how change really happens, the science of motivation, and how training and rewards shape behavior over time. You’ll learn simple, practical ways to use these ideas in consensual power exchange to support growth, strengthen connection, and create habits that last. This class is for anyone who wants their dynamic to feel intentional, rewarding, and supportive for both partners.

Presenters

NordStar

NordStar (He/Him) identifies as a cisgender, Latinx, male, professionally serving his community as an internationally Licensed Mental Health Professional with over 15 years of experience in organizational and clinical psychology. He has been a member of the BDSM community in Houston... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Elm

Audience All

11:00am CDT

Bear-ing Your Claws

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT

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Knife play straddles the line between danger and intimacy and that razor’s edge is exactly why it’s so powerful. This class sharpens your skills on the safety and artistry of blade play, from the primal thrill of sensation to the showmanship of intimidation and even blood work. With equal parts dark humor and serious safety, we’ll claw through negotiation, bare our favorite techniques, and maul over the aftercare that keeps partners safe long after the scene ends.

Presenters

SirKWolf

Sir_K-Wolf (he/him) is a poly pansexual who has been involved in the BDSM community for 20+ years and the Leather community for 16 years. He has been running a BDSM educational group called LOTUS with his partner, Trix for 11 years successfully in the Shreveport/Bossier area. He is... Read More →

Trix

TrixWolf (they/them) is a 2 spirit, omnisexual creole bear that has been involved in kinky fuckery for 20+ years. They co-lead a kink education group, LOTUS and are the Producer of the annual BDSM/Leather conference, Vision. They are a griot for the 4 Corners Annex of the Carter Johnson... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Hill Country B

Audience 201, 301

11:00am CDT

Erotic Bootblacking: Bringing Heat to the Stand

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT

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Bootblacking doesn’t have to stop at licking boots — and sitting in the stand can be so much more than passively enjoying attention on your leathers. In this class, we’ll explore ways to turn bootblacking into a deeply erotic, interactive experience.

From seductive techniques that coax out an irresistible shine to playful, distracting, and intimate methods of washing and conditioning leather garments, this class dives into how to blend kink, service, and sexual energy seamlessly.
Whether you’re a bootblack looking to spice up your craft or a bottom who loves the ritual of the stand, you’ll learn creative ways to bring heat, flirtation, and power exchange into every step of the process.

Presenters

Ursus

Ursus (He/Him) is a Leather Daddy Bootblack whose passion, authenticity, and unapologetic presence light up every space he walks into. Crowned International Community Bootblack 2025, Ursus embodies the spirit of service, tradition, and connection that defines the leather community... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Sycamore

Audience 101, 201

11:00am CDT

Critter's Obstacle Course & Mosh Pit

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT

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Calling all critters, pets and kinksters! We will have an obstacle course, mats for a mosh pit and play space for those that need to let their inner animal play.

Saturday June 20, 2026 11:00am - 12:30pm CDT
Hill Country C

Audience All

12:00pm CDT

GWNN Referendum Voting

Saturday June 20, 2026 12:00pm - 5:00pm CDT

Referendum A - Aligning Membership enrollment and rosters to IRS standards for 501c7 - https://fetlife.com/groups/2451/posts/36951521

Referendum B - Referendum to Fund an Organization to Operate a Central Texas Kink Conference - https://fetlife.com/groups/2451/posts/36951975

Referendum C - Removing the current GWNN board - https://fetlife.com/groups/2451/posts/36953638

Saturday June 20, 2026 12:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Atrium

Special Events

12:30pm CDT

Lunch Break

Saturday June 20, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT

Elm

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Lunch Break available to those with Full Orbit Package, Lunch Package and Full Meal Plan

- Ground Beef Hamburger Patties (GF)
- Grilled Chicken Breast (GF)
- Tomatoes, Lettuce, Onions, Jalapenos (GF & V)
- Sliced Cheese & Bacon (GF)
- Potato Salad (GF)
- Potato Chips (GF & V)
- Bread, Buns & Rolls
- Texas Sized Cookies
- Coffee, Iced Tea, Sodas

All dishes will be served in the alcove behind Elm. You MUST show your badge before picking up a plate.

Each dish will have a place card with ingredients and clear identification for GF - gluten free or V - vegan.

Saturday June 20, 2026 12:30pm - 2:00pm CDT
Elm

Meal Break

2:00pm CDT

Not All Dynamics are the Same - Asexual Dynamics

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

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Sex is not a requirement of being in a dynamic, unfortunately that is often misunderstood as are those who are in sexless dynamics. Asexuality is the lack of sexual attraction to others, or low or absent interest in or desire for sexual activity. Discussing the different circumstances and/or preferences people may have that lead them to be in asexual dynamics and what these dynamics may look like.

Presenters

MasterLolaSmiles

Key Note

Master Lola Smiles a Latina Leatherwoman of Ecuadorian descent, a covered Leather Master from Long Island, NY. She is a polyamorous sadist who has been in the lifestyle for 3 decades - a BDSM educator & presenter, teaching throughout the U.S. and Internationally, and an event promoter... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Sycamore

Audience 101, 201

2:00pm CDT

Gravitational Pulls: Proximity and Pressure for Ground Ties

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

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Explore the nuanced language of rope in this ground-based class focused on the interplay between proximity and pressure. Learn techniques for using your body as an instrument of communication while tying, creating meaningful exchange through intentional contact and weight sharing. This class offers beginners a foundation in rope handling and connection beyond patterns, emphasizing responsive partnership and the intimate topography that emerges when bodies collaborate in close-contact floor work.

Requirements: 3 Hanks, Cutting Tool, Mat or Blanket to Play On. Some rope will be available to borrow on a first come, first served basis.

Presenters

conStellate

Stella (she/they) is a Latiné dyke with seven years of experience on both sides of the bight. They have been using rope as a form of language and tool for conversation with her partners since first discovering the dance that is shibari.

RedKitten

With over a decade of kink experience under their belt, Red is a passionate switchy queerdo who moves effortlessly between kitten, chaos, and control. An experienced sadomasochist and rope bottom now exploring their skills as a rope top, they are excited to bring their versatile BDSM... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Hill Country C

Audience 201

2:00pm CDT

HANDle With Care

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

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Curious about fisting or ready to take things to the next level? This class covers the fundamentals in a supportive, playful, and safety-first way. We’ll talk through communication, preparation, anatomy, pacing, and comfort, along with plenty of tips and tricks to help things go smoothly (and feel good). After a live demonstration, students will have time to practice with their partners and ask questions in a relaxed, low-pressure environment. Whether you’re brand new or looking to refine your technique, this class is all about slowing down, staying connected, and HANDling things with care.

Presenters

Lexa Grace & Rain

Lexa Grace is a weirdo, switchy, kinktatsic tattoo artist from Austin, Tx who loves all things awkward, silly, messy and gross. Though she is most known for teaching rope these days, that is by no means her only kink! Lexa likes to toe the edge of the extremes on both the top and... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Hill Country B

Audience 201

2:00pm CDT

Toy Box Remix

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT

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In this class, we’re unlocking the full potential of your toy bag by thinking outside the (toy) box. We’ll explore unexpected ways to use kink toys you may already have, discover new and exciting combinations, and embrace the sheer joy of playful innovation. Whether it’s repurposing, reimagining, or just getting delightfully weird with what you already have, we’re here to prove that creativity is the best toy of all.

Presenters

GingerCreme

Gingercreme has been an active and valued member of the community for over 10 years. As the babygirl to @Ridingtherails, she embraces a dynamic built on trust and mutual care. Her core values—respect, communication, consent, education, and safe play—guide her interactions and... Read More →

RidingTheRails

Ridingtherails is a seasoned member of the community with over eight years of experience, specializing in impact, medical, and improvised play. Known for a deep commitment to safety, consent, and exploration, He brings a blend of creativity and precision to every interaction. Alongside... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 2:00pm - 3:30pm CDT
Hill Country A

Audience 101

4:00pm CDT

Negotiation in Kink and BDSM

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

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Negotiation is one of the most important — and most overlooked — parts of kink and BDSM. It’s how we transform curiosity into consent, boundaries into creativity, and risk into connection. This interactive workshop explores how negotiation can be practical, playful, and deeply sexy.

To start, we’ll focus on teaching core skills for scene negotiation. Topics include the difference between inclusive vs. exclusive negotiation, making negotiation engaging instead of clinical, and understanding when to ask for a spotter or dungeon monitor. Participants will gain tools to structure conversations, identify boundaries, and express desires clearly and confidently.

Following will be an open discussion. We’ll unpack real-life challenges and successes, ask how negotiation styles shift across dynamics, and consider how cultural backgrounds, experience levels, and play styles shape consent conversations. This section gives space for participants to reflect, share, and learn from one another.

Finally, the most exciting part will bring it all to life through improv negotiation exercises. Volunteers will practice short negotiation scenarios, with the group offering feedback and reflection after each. Prompts will range from playful banter to high-stakes discussions, giving everyone a chance to see how negotiation looks and feels in action.

Whether you’re brand new to the scene or an experienced player looking to refresh your skills, this class is for you!

Presenters

constantlykat

Kat has been exploring kink for nearly 15 years and has spent almost a decade deeply rooted in the Houston kink community. She currently serves as a board member for EROS and brings over five years of experience facilitating discussions on a wide range of kink-related topics—from... Read More →

journeysa

John has been involved in the kink lifestyle for more than a decade and brings substantial lived experience to the topics being presented. His deeper engagement with the kink community began after meeting his partner, wife, and submissive, Kat, who had already been presenting independently... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Sycamore

Community Education

Audience 101

4:00pm CDT

Mastery for Both Sides of the Slash

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

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Master Meta and Lady Steele have over 40 years combined experience in the kinky life. They have seen many people call themselves Master who should not have, and many people who didn't that should have. What separates the wheat from the chaff whenever it comes to Mastery? Is it a concept that can only be perfected if you are on the left side of the slash?

Join Master Meta and Lady Steele as they teach this class aimed at people on both sides of the slash, offering their own unique perspectives. Humbly, they will both discuss what they have done to achieve the Mastery in their lives, what Mastery is and what it is not, and who gets to say when you've achieved it.

Presenters

Master Meta

Master Meta (he/him/his) Metastability on Fet (bonus if you get that reference) is a Leatherman that has been in the AltLife since 2010. He has participated in various communities spanning from Colorado to Georgia. He has traveled the world as a soldier while serving in the US... Read More →

Attorney Lady Steele

Lady Steele is a femme lesbian Alpha leather slave with multiple neurovariances. She is an international presenter and resides in Atlanta where she is the only open, out, and practicing attorney in the United States that specializes in the issues that arise in the BDSM and ethical... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Hill Country A

Audience M/s, D/s

4:00pm CDT

Staple Puppet

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

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Let’s build a marionette with some staples, string, a hard point, and a live puppet! In this class we’ll talk about staple play from the negotiations to safety precautions and cleanup, energy transference and how to manipulate your puppet through the act of puppeteering.

Presenters

almaverde

almaverde (they/them) is a slightly feral non-binary, primal switch with a passion for self-tying and other rope, masochism, and FAFOing. They enjoy playing for connection, energy exchange, and fun. Willing to learn and dabble in most kinks, they enjoy a variety of play from rope... Read More →

UncleNasty

Uncle Nasty is a queer daddy and kinkster since 2014 and a 2 year member of the Dallas Firedancers, branching connections through several communities within the lifestyle. When he’s not watching a horror movie he provides graphic art for friends and businesses, creating social media... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Hill Country C

Audience 101

4:00pm CDT

Consensual and Confident: Letting Go of Topping Shame

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

Elm

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This class is designed for new and emerging tops who find themselves caught between desire and guilt. If you’ve ever felt a knot in your chest when a bottom asks for more, or noticed yourself apologizing for enjoying power, this space is for you.

We explore how social conditioning around kindness, harm, and responsibility can quietly undermine confidence in consensual dominance. Rather than treating guilt as something to push through, the class examines where it comes from and how to gently dismantle it. Topping is reframed not as taking, but as responding to trust, clarity, and invitation.
Through guided discussion and reflective exercises, attendees will practice hearing requests as gifts instead of accusations, and pleasure as ethical rather than suspect. We talk about the difference between harm and intensity, cruelty and care, selfishness and mutual satisfaction. Language, mindset, and internal narratives all get a careful tune-up.

This is not a performance class and not about learning techniques. It’s about learning to stand comfortably in your role, to feel your enjoyment without shame, and to understand that wanting what your bottom wants can be an act of generosity.

Come curious, a little nervous, or quietly conflicted. Leave with a steadier center, clearer self-trust, and permission to want what you consensually give.

Presenters

GingerCreme

Gingercreme has been an active and valued member of the community for over 10 years. As the babygirl to @Ridingtherails, she embraces a dynamic built on trust and mutual care. Her core values—respect, communication, consent, education, and safe play—guide her interactions and... Read More →

RidingTheRails

Ridingtherails is a seasoned member of the community with over eight years of experience, specializing in impact, medical, and improvised play. Known for a deep commitment to safety, consent, and exploration, He brings a blend of creativity and precision to every interaction. Alongside... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Elm

Audience 101

4:00pm CDT

Rhythm & Restraint: Erotic Whip Technique

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT

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Step into the art of the whip dance and discover the whip as more than just a tool for impact - it’s an instrument of sensation, connection, and anticipation. In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to wield a whip with precision, rhythm, and intention, transforming each strike into a controlled, sensual experience for both giver and receiver.

Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or a curious beginner, this class explores body awareness, timing, and technique, showing how the whip can create pleasure, tension, and emotional intensity alongside traditional impact play. Through demonstration, guided practice, and feedback, you’ll cultivate finesse, confidence, and a deeper understanding of how whip play can be erotic, exhilarating, and profoundly connective - leaving fear behind and embracing play as an artful, intimate experience.

Presenters

Candid_Fire

Amy, known as candid_fire, is a switch and kink educator whose work sits at the intersection of intensity, intention, and emotional truth. A sexually processing masochist with a distinctly sadistic streak, she teaches from lived experience-both the surrender and the strike-bringing... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 4:00pm - 5:30pm CDT
Hill Country B

Audience 301

6:00pm CDT

Dinner Break & A Show

Saturday June 20, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT

Elm

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Dinner Break available to those with Full Orbit Package, Dinner Package and Full Meal Plan

- Pork Chops (GF)
- Salisbury Steak
- Grilled Vegetables (GF & V)
- Rice
- Garden Salad (GF & V {cheese on the side})
- Rolls & Butter
- Peach Pie
- Coffee, Iced Tea, Sodas

All dishes will be served in the alcove behind Elm. You MUST show your badge before picking up a plate.

Each dish will have a place card with ingredients and clear identification for GF - gluten free or V - vegan.

Saturday June 20, 2026 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Elm

Meal Break

7:00pm CDT

Event Bar

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:00pm - 11:00pm CDT

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We will have an event bar in the Main Hallway, between Hill Country B & C. This will be a full bar and serving drinks for Bash's evening events.

The drink of the night is the "BASH Rainbow Runner" (Blue Hawaiian). A perfect drink to enjoy at the Strut Your Stuff Program, Rainbow (LGTBQIA) Social and Kink on the Spectrum Social. Cash and credit allowed.

No alcohol is allowed in the dungeon, 9pm-2am!

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:00pm - 11:00pm CDT
Atrium

Audience All

7:15pm CDT

Silent Auction Pickup

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:15pm - 9:00pm CDT

Oak

This is for those with the winning bid to pickup their items.

No bids will be allowed after 7pm.

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:15pm - 9:00pm CDT
Oak

Audience All

7:30pm CDT

Quiet Room

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT

This room is for quiet time and space.

- No loud conversations
- No play of any kind
- Time limit of 1 hour

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT
Pecan

Audience All

7:45pm CDT

Strut Your Stuff Kink Show

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:45pm - 9:00pm CDT

Dungeon (Hill Country B & C)

A community event full of fun, with those from our community.

The opening feature with LexaGrace & Rain, on stage to get the energy started.

Followed up by the adventure that is Sin. Pure performance, pure entertainment.

To keep the energy high, we have MightyBunny and Ravensflock on stage

The final act...

guess you'll have to come to find out

Presenters

Lexa Grace & Rain

Lexa Grace is a weirdo, switchy, kinktatsic tattoo artist from Austin, Tx who loves all things awkward, silly, messy and gross. Though she is most known for teaching rope these days, that is by no means her only kink! Lexa likes to toe the edge of the extremes on both the top and... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 7:45pm - 9:00pm CDT
Dungeon (Hill Country B & C)

Subject 101

8:00pm CDT

Littles & Critters Space

Saturday June 20, 2026 8:00pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT

Space for the littles and critters to get away for a little while.

RULES:

Be kind and respectful to all ageplayers, caregivers, pets, handlers, and critters.
Respectful behavior and consent are mandatory.
Consent may be withdrawn at any time.
No touching, handling, petting, feeding, or leashing with another participant without consent.
All play must be non-impact and non-scene-based. Even during Dungeon hours. Dungeon will have mat for you to play on in the dungeon space
No explicit sexual activity permitted in this room.
Clean up after yourself and return shared items when finished.
No photography, video, or audio recording without explicit verbal consent from everyone visible.
Be careful with furniture, toys, and equipment.
Keep exits clear at all times.
No running or unsafe physical play. Pets can do light roughhousing but must be kept to the mats
Respect the directions of room monitors and event staff.
This is a shared community space; please help keep noise levels reasonable and welcoming for everyone.
During Dungeon Hours you will hear the dungeon music, unfortunately there nothing we can do about that sorry.

Saturday June 20, 2026 8:00pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT
Cypress

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9:00pm CDT

VIP Event - PM Snacks

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - Friday June 19, 2026 10:00pm CDT

Elm

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PM Snacks (served in the side area, behind Elm)

- Churros
- Texas Sized Cookies
- Fruit (GF & V)
- Coffee
- Hot Tea
- Milk

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - Friday June 19, 2026 10:00pm CDT
Elm

VIP Event

9:00pm CDT

BDSM and the Law 2026

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT

Elm

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A year has passed since Lady Steele has spoken at the GWNN bash about how what it is that we do affects us legally. What has changed? What has remained the same? What legal dangers are inherent to what it is we do? How can you prepare yourself for the worst case scenario?

Come find out about these topics and more when Lady Steele presents BDSM and the Law, which will include details about the National Coalition of Sexual Freedom's Consent Counts initiative, a 4th Amendment rights redux, and info on how to handle ICE for yourself and your neighbors.

As always her trusty legal researcher, Master Meta, will be there to help facilitate the discussion. Questions about this topic are always welcome and encouraged. Come curious and leave satisfied!

Presenters

Attorney Lady Steele

Lady Steele is a femme lesbian Alpha leather slave with multiple neurovariances. She is an international presenter and resides in Atlanta where she is the only open, out, and practicing attorney in the United States that specializes in the issues that arise in the BDSM and ethical... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT
Elm

Audience All

9:00pm CDT

Rainbow (LGTBQIA+) Social

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT

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Rainbow Mixer - For those who are on the rainbow or like to taste the rainbow.

More details and games to come

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT
Pool

Audience All

9:00pm CDT

Social on the Spectrum

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT

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This relaxed, low-pressure social is designed specifically for kink conference attendees on the autism spectrum and those who love and support them. Join us for an autism-affirming space that prioritizes clear communication, consent, and sensory awareness.

The mixer will offer a calmer environment than typical socials, with flexible seating, optional conversation prompts, and permission to engage at your own pace — whether that means chatting, listening, or simply sharing space. No expectations, no forced interaction.

This gathering celebrates neurodiversity in kink and provides an opportunity to connect with others who understand autistic experiences, interests, and communication styles. Allies and partners are welcome, provided they respect the purpose of the space.

Come build community, make connections, or just exist comfortably among fellow kinksters who get it — exactly as you are.

Presenters

constantlykat

Kat has been exploring kink for nearly 15 years and has spent almost a decade deeply rooted in the Houston kink community. She currently serves as a board member for EROS and brings over five years of experience facilitating discussions on a wide range of kink-related topics—from... Read More →

journeysa

John has been involved in the kink lifestyle for more than a decade and brings substantial lived experience to the topics being presented. His deeper engagement with the kink community began after meeting his partner, wife, and submissive, Kat, who had already been presenting independently... Read More →

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:00pm - 10:30pm CDT
Sycamore

Audience All

9:30pm CDT

Dungeon Play

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT

Dungeon (Hill Country B & C)

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Dungeon Party

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT
Dungeon (Hill Country B & C)

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9:30pm CDT

Queer Dungeon

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT

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Queer Dungeon Party

Saturday June 20, 2026 9:30pm - Sunday June 21, 2026 2:00am CDT
Hill Country A

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