Please note: There has been a last minute venue and time change. This event will now take place at New Guernica, 64 Smith Street, Collingwood at the earlier time of 5pm-10pm. For more information about the change, see our press release.

Event: LATE-XXX
Date: Saturday September 5, 2026
NEW TIME: 5:00pm-10:00pm
NEW VENUE: New Guernica, 64 Smith Street Collingwood

WHAT TO EXPECT:

LATE-XXX is a celebration of rubber, latex and everything shiny. Built for the people who live for the look, the feel and the culture, and for the friends who want to experience it alongside them.

Launching as part of Melbourne Rubbers Slick Week, LATE-XXX is a brand-new experience powered the team behind Hanky.

Step into a space of dark energy, polished bodies, driving techno and immersive play spaces designed to bring the community together. Whether you're covered head to toe in latex or discovering the scene for the first time, expect an atmosphere that is welcoming, expressive and unforgettable.

No latex? No problem. We know gear can be expensive. Your favourite kink attire or all black is welcome—just leave the casual clothes at home.

Experience live demonstrations from members of the rubber community showcasing how they connect, play and express themselves in latex, featuring:

• Elliott Eve & Noah Gender
• Shiny Heathen & Jaspers Hedonism
• Rubberscum & Arcadia Love
• Pup Cipher & Pup Benji
• Sloane Steel

Soundtracking the night:

• Bump in the Night
• Jasper Mars
• D-KRAM

DUNGEON ETIQUETTE:

• Be respectful of the space. Cleaning supplies are available.
• Be kink & body positive
• Follow RACK and SSC principles
• Do not assume gender or roles
• Keep distance from active play
• Check with Dungeon Monitors before any edge play
• No photography
• Lube provided by Drip
• Condoms and nitrile gloves provided by Down n Dirty
• Dungeon Monitors wearing fluro sashes are available at all times for questions or concerns

CONSENT ESSENTIALS:

• Affirmative Consent is mandatory
• Outfits do not equal consent
• Always ask before touching
• Consent must be explicit, informed, and voluntary
• Consent can be withdrawn at any time
• Hanky reserves the right to refuse entry or remove anyone who violates consent or engages in unsafe or disrespectful behaviour

VENUE:

New Guernica - 64 Smith Street, Collingwood VIC 3066

Just 1.5km from Melbourne CBD, New Guernica is a multi-level venue that provides the perfect backdrop for LATE-XXX.

Street parking is available throughout the surrounding area, and New Guernica is steps away from Stop 15 on the 86 tram line.

Designed to encourage exploration, connection and play, the venue will feature dedicated spaces for:

• A dancefloor powered by LATE-XXX DJs
• Live performance space showcasing rubber demonstrations
• A curated dungeon featuring a range of k*nk-friendly equipment

To help make your night as enjoyable as possible, please keep the following in mind:

• Free drinking water is available throughout the event.
• A designated smoking area is available within the outdoor space.
• Additional all-gender bathrooms include a combination of urinals and private toilet stalls.
• To help keep bathroom facilities available for everyone, we ask that toilet stalls be used by one person at a time.
• Trained first aid personnel and licensed security will be on site throughout the event.
• Please be aware that some areas of the venue may have a noticeable latex, rubber or leather aroma due to the nature of the event.

ENTRY WRISTBAND:

Entry is via a custom LATE-XXX silicone wristband.

Your wristband is your admission to the event and must be collected prior to arrival. Collection details will be provided once your wristband is ready.

Please ensure your wristband is securely worn before arriving at the venue, as it will be checked upon entry and may be checked throughout the event.

You're welcome to keep your wristband as a souvenir after the event.

WRISTBAND TICKET PICKUP:

Tickets must be collected from Eagle Leather (80 Hoddle Street, Abbotsford, Victoria 3067) before the event commences.

There will be a waiver that needs to be signed when you collect your tickets. If you would like to see the waiver in advance, please contact us and we can email you a copy.

Eagle Leather is located less than 5 minutes’ walk from Collingwood Train Station and we are open Sunday to Tuesday from 10am – 8pm, and Wednesday to Saturday from 10am – 10pm.

There is usually parking available at the front of the store.

Please note, tickets cannot be mailed. Please be careful with your ticket. Due to venue capacity restrictions, misplaced tickets cannot be reissued.

This is an 18+ event, by purchasing a ticket you’re agreeing to terms and conditions via a waiver, and posted at the entry at the event.

DRESS CODE:

A strict dress code applies for this event.

Latex, neoprene, leather, PVC, pup play, uniform (no swastikas or police badges), fantasy and fetish, drag or all black.

If you're wearing spikes, please be very careful around people in rubber.

If you have any questions, please contact Hanky on Instagram at @hanky_au.

Door staff reserve the right to refuse entry if requirements are not met.

HEALTH AND SAFETY:

To ensure a safe environment for all attendees, certain activities are strictly prohibited. Due to venue rules and hygiene regulations, watersports, piercing play, scat, and fire play are not permitted under any circumstances.

If you are unsure whether a particular type of play is permitted, please contact a dungeon monitor on the night for clarification.

ACCESSIBILITY:

LATE-XXX aims to create an environment that is as welcoming and accessible as possible while working within the existing layout of the venue. You can find out more information about accessibility at New Guernica here.

CHANGING AREA AND CLOAK:

Cloak is provided free of charge. To help us keep the service running smoothly, we ask that you limit what you bring to one small backpack-sized bag wherever possible.

A limited cloak changing area will be available for patrons wishing to change into their gear. As space is limited, we encourage you to arrive dressed where possible to help minimise queues.

Gender-inclusive bathrooms are also available if you need to make any final adjustments before enjoying the event.

Thank you for helping us keep the cloak area accessible and efficient for everyone.

NO PHOTOGRAPHS POLICY:

No personal photography inside the venue.

A photo wall and official photographer will be available.

REFUNDS

Please note, no refunds will be issued for change of mind. If you can no longer attend, and your tickets have not yet been collected, you can onsell your ticket personally, and then contact Eagle Leather and update us with the new name of the attendee so they can collect the ticket from us. Whoever is collecting the ticket will need to sign the waiver in order to attend.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY:

Hanky acknowledges the Wurundjeri Woi Wurrung people as the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to Elders past and present. Sovereignty was never ceded.