DARKLANDS 2026
K9+ Schedule
This is a preliminary schedule for Camp K9, the Puppy & Handler Walk, the contest rounds, and social events. More details will become clearer as we approach Darklands 2026, and additional events may be added. Visit the official Darklands website: darklands.be for updates and to stay connected.
Join us to pup out, relax, make new friends, or hang out and celebrate community — your presence helps create a friendly, inclusive space for everyone.
Similar pet play events and furry adjacent events are also shown below in blue.
Destinations
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Camp k9
Camp K9 is a volunteer-run, pup-friendly community hub with play spaces and facilities for pups, handlers, and curious visitors. Led by the European Puppy & Handler team, it’s a safe, social space to meet contestants, judges, and community members throughout the event. Sponsored by Mr S Leather.
Opening Hours:
5–8 March 2026, open daily (Thu 16:00–20:00; Fri–Sun 13:00–20:00).
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Main Stage
The heart of Beyond Darklands
Expect jaw-dropping shows, big-name acts and rising talent in a mix of music, dance and spectacle that will keep you coming back for more.
3
MR S Stage
Enter a zone of pure seduction
This is where raw energy meets fantasy, with performers who aren’t afraid to push limits and heat up the crowd. Located in the heart of the Darklands Village.
4
Beyond Mister B
A new stage experience curated by Master Giacon, focused on play, connection, and fetish practice. Expect live demos and BDSM shows including e-stim, impact play, dom/sub communication, and bondage.
FRIDAY
Camp K9
A welcoming community hub for resting, playing, and connecting with pups, handlers, contestants, and visitors.
Camp K9
13:00–20:00
PUP SOCIAL
A relaxed social gathering for pups, pets, and handlers to mingle, chat, and connect before the weekend events kick off. Ideal for meeting new friends in a low-pressure environment.
Beyond Mister B
3:15 – 4:15 pm
Puppy Soccer - Preliminary Round
Get your paws on the pitch! Puppy soccer brings pure chaotic joy to Darklands — pups, handlers, balls flying everywhere, and a whole lot of wagging energy. It’s playful, sweaty, silly, and the perfect way to meet the wider pup community. Strap in, gear up, and get ready to chase, tumble, and howl your heart out. Game on, pups!
Sign Ups & More Information Here
Mr S Stage
13:00-15:00
SAturday
Puppy & Handler Walk
A joyful parade through Antwerp for pups, pets, and handlers. Starts at Mister B Antwerp, pauses for a group photo at MAS, and ends at Waagnatie. Free to join. Public-behaviour rules apply.
More information here
Antwerp
11:00–12:30
Camp K9
A welcoming community hub for resting, playing, and connecting with pups, handlers, contestants, and visitors.
Camp K9
13:00–20:00
Puppy Soccer - Finale
Get your paws on the pitch! Puppy soccer brings pure chaotic joy to Darklands — pups, handlers, balls flying everywhere, and a whole lot of wagging energy. It’s playful, sweaty, silly, and the perfect way to meet the wider pup community. Strap in, gear up, and get ready to chase, tumble, and howl your heart out. Game on, pups!
Sign Ups & More Information Here
Mr S Stage
13:00-14:30
European Puppy & Handler Contest
TBC
MR S Stage
17:50–18:20
Pony Play
Join Raymand & Blake for a relaxed pony play social sponsored by HorseCon. This is a non-sexual, kink-aware meet-up focused on community, connection, and conversation for ponies, handlers, and the pony-curious.
Village Bar
2 – 3 pm
European Puppy & Handler Contest
TBC
MR S Stage
17:50–18:20
Sunday
Camp K9
A welcoming community hub for resting, playing, and connecting with pups, handlers, contestants, and visitors.
Camp K9
13:00–20:00
European PUPpy & Handler Contest
TBC
Main Stage
13:15–13:45
European Puppy & Handler Contest
TBC
Main Stage
13:55–14:30
Furry & Critter Social
A relaxed, kink-aware social for furries, critters, pups, and the curious, sponsored by Weredog, hosted by Roman. This is a non-sexual meet-up focused on community, connection, and a welcoming social atmosphere.
EAGLE BAR
17:00–18:00
European Puppy & Handler Contest FInal
The new European Puppy and European Handler for 2026 are crowned.