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PHOTOS: Mid-Atlantic Leather Saturday
Annual event draws enthusiasts throughout the region to Washington

The annual Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend drew enthusiasts throughout the region to Washington. Leather cocktails and other events were held at the Hyatt Regency on Capitol Hill on Saturday, Jan. 14.
(Washington Blade photos by Pete Exis)
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The LGBTQ youth services organization SMYAL held the “SMYAL for the New Year” fundraiser at Shakers on Thursday, Jan. 30.
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Pitchers DC and JR.’s Bar hosted watchĀ parties for football fans to view the NFC championship game between the Washington Commanders and the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday,Ā Jan. 26. The Eagles defeated the Commanders with a score of 23 to 55.
(Washington Blade photos by Michael Key)











The 40th annual Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather competition was held on Sunday, Jan. 12 at theĀ HyattĀ RegencyĀ Washington. The event was one of the highlights of 2025 Mid-Atlantic Leather Weekend. Eight competitors vied for the title of Mr. Mid-Atlantic Leather 2025, with Jason Elliott named the winner.Ā
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