Pups at Darklands
All the pup stuff I found in the festival guide, in one place
Beyond Darklands 2026 / March 3-9 / Antwerp
Hey pup
I went through the Beyond Darklands festival guide and pulled out all the pup and furry stuff I could find so you don't have to dig through 150+ pages yourself. Camp K9, PupSoccer, the Puppy Walk, The Stables, the EU Puppy & Handler Contest and more. I might have missed something though, so if you notice anything that should be on here, please let me know!
I also put together a schedule with just the events I thought were most relevant for pups, plus some tips if this is your first time. Nothing official, just one pup trying to make it easier for other pups to find the good stuff.
This is not an official Darklands page. I'm just an attendee who wanted to have all the pup info in one spot. For the full official program, check darklands.be
Pup Stuff
The pup and furry things I found in the guide
Camp K9
The pup hangout spot. Kennel-inspired play area, ball pool, pup-friendly facilities. This is where you'll find most of the pup community throughout the day.
Camp K9
The pup hangout spot. Kennel-inspired play area, ball pool, pup-friendly facilities. This is where you'll find most of the pup community throughout the day.
Run by volunteers from European Puppy & Handler (epahc.eu). Great place to pup out, take a break from the parties, or just meet the pack. Mr-S-Leather sponsors it.
Puppy & Handler Walk
The annual parade through the streets of Antwerp. Hundreds of pups, pets and handlers walking together. Basically impossible to miss.
Puppy & Handler Walk
The annual parade through the streets of Antwerp. Hundreds of pups, pets and handlers walking together. Basically impossible to miss.
Starts at Falconplein (in front of Mister B Antwerp), group photo at MAS (Museum aan de Stroom) around 12pm, ends at Waagnatie. This is such a cool experience.
PupSoccer
4th edition! Teams of 3 pups, but solo sign-ups are welcome too. Physical activity + friendly competition + fetish play.
PupSoccer
4th edition! Teams of 3 pups, but solo sign-ups are welcome too. Physical activity + friendly competition + fetish play.
Dresscode: puphood and sportswear. Preliminary rounds on Friday, final rounds on Saturday. Sign up at pupsoccer.net/signup. Even if you don't play, watching from the sidelines is super fun.
The Stables
Home of the furry community. Open to anyone, not just fur suit wearers. A welcoming zone where human and animal instincts meet.
The Stables
Home of the furry community. Open to anyone, not just fur suit wearers. A welcoming zone where human and animal instincts meet.
Wolves, foxes, neon hybrids, toony characters - you'll find all sorts here. They have roomy lockers for bulky gear and cooling fans. Sponsored by Weredog.
EU Puppy & Handler Contest
The contest that connects pups, pets and handlers from across Europe. Come cheer for the contestants or just watch the show.
EU Puppy & Handler Contest
The contest that connects pups, pets and handlers from across Europe. Come cheer for the contestants or just watch the show.
Last year Pup Khao was elected European Puppy and Stefano as European Handler. Whether you're new or a longtime member of the pack - come celebrate with us.
Schedule
Pup, furry & party events I picked from the program
This is not the full program. Just the events I thought were most relevant for pups.
Tips for Pups
Some things I wish I knew before going
Minimum is jeans and a dark t-shirt (fetish brand is a plus). Most go further - leather, rubber, sportswear, pup gear, neoprene, underwear. Express whatever turns you on.
Bring your hood if you have one. If not, the gear market has amazing vendors. Camp K9 has space to gear up and cool down. You don't need a full outfit to join in - just bring yourself.
Always ask before touching, petting, or engaging. "No" means no. If you see something that doesn't look right, speak up or find staff. Kink Responsibly is a core value here.
Phone + charger, cash & card, ID/ticket/wristband, water bottle, earplugs for parties, comfortable shoes for daytime, and your party outfit for nighttime. Lockers are available.
Everyone was new once. Camp K9 is a great place to start - pups and handlers are some of the friendliest people you'll meet. Join the Puppy Walk on Saturday to meet the whole community.
It's a marathon, not a sprint. Stay hydrated, eat properly, rest when you need to. The Kink Responsibly team is there if you need support. Your mental health and well-being come first.
It's okay to be shy
Darklands can feel overwhelming, especially your first time. The lights, the sounds, the outfits, the energy. It's a lot. And that's completely fine.
You don't have to be loud. You don't have to talk to everyone. You don't have to know what you're doing. Half of us are just as nervous as you are, even if we don't look like it. I'll be super shy myself, trust me.
Go at your own pace. Sit in Camp K9 and watch. Walk around and take it all in. Or just stand in a corner and vibe. There's no wrong way to experience this. You showed up, and that already takes courage.
You belong here. We're happy you came.
This page was put together by Fen, just an attendee. I am not affiliated with, endorsed by, or part of the Beyond Darklands organization in any way.
The Darklands name, logo, and branding belong to the Beyond Darklands organization. All event information was taken from the official Beyond Darklands 2026 Festival Guide and may not be fully accurate or up to date. Always check the official sources for the latest info.
If you're from the BD team and want me to change or remove anything, just reach out.