Welcome Bootblacks from all over Europe and beyond to the contestant page of the 7th edition of the Bootblack Europe contest! A contest that is open to Bootblacks of all gender indentities and sexual orientations, but also to all levels of skill.
Below, you will find the application form to start your adventure as a contestant for our contest. How does it work?
- Registration is open until Friday 20th February 2026 at midnight.
- After your application, you will be contacted by one of our producers per email or phone to confirm your application.
- All contestants should make themselves available for a Zoom call on Sunday 22th February at 7 pm UK time.
- All contestants expected to be available for the duration of the contest schedule from the evening of Thursday 5th to the evening of Saturday the 7nd of March, and will receive a Full Madness pass to the festival as contestants.
If you have any questions you want to have answered before the contest, please send an email to bootblack@darklands.com.
We wish you the best of luck during the preparation for the contest and are looking forward to meeting all of you during the 5th edition of the Bootblack Europe contest!
In Leather and service
Alistair LeatherHiraeth
