April 2-5, 2026
Hyatt Regency Columbus • Columbus, OH
Claw 26 is a 21+ event. You must have a valid CLAW package to stay at the host hotel.
CLAW 26 Package Comparison
Standard Package pricing ends March 30, 2026. Don't pay the Onsite price! Save $50 when you register now.
Attendee & VIP
Feature |
Attendee |
VIP |
|---|---|---|
| General Access | ||
| All Weekend Access to CLAW | | |
| Reserved Seating for Classes and Dinners | | |
| Early Access to VendorMart and Dungeons | | |
| Offsite Bar Events | ||
| Skip to Front of Line | | |
| Convenience | ||
| Hotel Self Parking | - $20/night (15% discount available) - | |
| Hotel Valet Parking | - $35/day (in/out) - | |
| Locker Rental | | |
| Equipment Delivery, Setup & Retrieval | | |
| Hospitality | ||
| Dinners and Buffets | | |
| CLAW Body Spa | | |
| Kinky CockTails Cabaret Pre-show | | |
| Exclusive VIP Benefits | ||
| VIP Welcome Bag | | |
| VIP Registration Lounge | | |
| President's Reception Invitation | | |
| Package Pricing | ||
| Onsite Pricing | $299 | Not Available |
| Register NOW for CLAW Columbus | ||
Volunteers
| Requirement | Regular Volunteer | Super Volunteer |
|---|---|---|
| Points or Hours | Complete 3 points of shifts: 1 pt – Easy (badge check) 2 pts – Moderate (load in/out during event) 3 pts – Heavy (pre/post event load in/out) |
Work 8 hrs/day you attend Limit: 16 spots |
| Shift Duration | 4–5 hours per shift | 8 hours/day attended |
| Perks | Hospitality Room or Food Vouchers Full Event Pass privileges Discounted catered meals |
All perks of Regular Volunteer + Shared room for each day worked + The prestige of being a Super Volunteer! |
| Important Notes: Compliance | Failure to complete all shifts = full package charge | Failure to complete all shifts = full package charge + room cost Shared rooms have 4 people (2 per bed) Want your own bed? Pay 1/4 of room cost (TBD) |
| Required Deposit | $1 | $1 |
| During Onsite Registration: Visit the registration desk for shift assignments | ||
Passes
| Pass Type | Access | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Full Day Pass | Includes all events, parties, and classes for the selected day; Night Events included | $150 per day (Fri/Sat), $80 for Sunday (includes Kinky Cabaret) |
| VendorMart ONLY Pass | Access to VendorMart only | $30 weekend access |
Add-Ons Available When Registering
CLAW Meals
| Meal Name | Day | Meal Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Staff Dinner | Wednesday | Buffet | $85 |
| 1950 Welcome Dinner | Thursday | Buffet | $105 |
| The BLUF Dinner | Friday | Family Style | $120 |
| International Leather Family Dinner | Saturday | Plated | $120 |
| Drag Brunch | Sunday | Buffet | $70 |
| Kinky Karbaret Cocktails Pre-show | Sunday | whor d'oeuvres stations/cash bar | $55 |
Limited availability during onsite registration. Add to cart during registration.
Speed Dating
| CLAW hosts speed-dating style meetups during its annual gatherings—these are aimed at community connection, centered around kink and fetish ideals rather than typical romantic matchmaking. Come curious. Leave connected. | ||
| Sessions Available |
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| When | Check schedule for availability | |
| Limit | 15 Dom/sub per Session | |
| Fee | Included | |
Add To Your Cart During Registration
Locker Rentals
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$50 for the weekend. Includes charging station access .
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There is no direct access to the CLAW private space from the elevators, so please reserve a place to store your clothes before walking through the hotel’s public areas.
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During each day of your locker rental, you will have unlimited access to your locker during the daily event hours.
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Individual locker dimensions are 11” wide, 13 ½” high, and 18” deep.
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With multiple-day locker rentals, you can safely leave your items in your locker overnight at the event venue.
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After completing your online locker reservation, you will receive an email and text message 12 hours before the event providing your locker location, locker number, and lock combination.
Hotel Information
The Host hotel is in high demand and you must have a valid CLAW package to stay at the host hotel. Don't delay in making your reservation as the Hyatt is selling out quickly with only a few rooms left open. Overflow Hotel is located across the street from the Hyatt and has availability.
Note: For the safety and security of all guests, the host hotel will issue one wristband per registered room occupant (max. four (4) per room). Elevator access to guest floors will be limited to wristbanded guests only after midnight on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights.
Host Hotel
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Hotel Name | Hyatt Regency Columbus |
| Rooms | 633 |
| Occupancy | To comply with fire safety regulations, the hotel will strictly enforce a maximum room occupancy of up to four (4) guests. |
| Address | 350 N. High St., Columbus, OH 43215, USA |
| Phone | +1 614-280-3005 - be sure to tell them you are with the CLAW group |
| Check-In Time | 3:00 PM |
| Check-Out Time | 12:00 PM |
| Self-Parking | $25 /night |
| Valet Parking | $44 /day (overnight, with in/out privileges) |
| Standard Room Almost Gone |
$199 (King or Two Queen Beds) + taxes/fees. Each additional individual + $25 per night (4 maximum occupancy). |
| Deluxe King Sold Out |
$249 + taxes/fees. Spacious L-shaped layout. Each additional individual + $25 per night (4 maximum occupancy). |
| One-Bedroom Suite Sold Out |
$299 + taxes/fees. Private bedroom and separate living area with upgraded amenities. Four-night minimum stay including Friday 4/3 and Saturday 4/4. Each additional individual + $25 per night (4 maximum occupancy). |
| Booking Requirement | Two night minimum stay required for all rooms and must include Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4. Suites require a Three-night minimum stay. |
Overflow Hotel
The overflow hotel is literally across the street from the Hyatt Host hotel.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Overflow Hotel Name | Sonesta Columbus Downtown |
| Address | 33 E. Nationwide Boulevard, Columbus OH, 43215, USA |
| Phone | +1 614-461-4100 - be sure to tell them you are with the CLAW group |
| Check-In Time | 4:00 PM |
| Check-Out Time | 11:00 AM |
| Self-Parking | $20 /night |
| Valet Parking | $35 /day (overnight, with in/out privileges) |
| Deluxe Room | $199 (King or Two Queen Beds) + taxes/fees. Each additional individual + $25 per night (2 maximum occupancy for King, 4 maximum occupancy for Two Queen). |
| Preferred Suite | $249 (King or Two Queen Beds) + taxes/fees. Each additional individual + $25 per night (2 maximum occupancy for King, 4 maximum occupancy for Two Queen). |
| Booking Requirement | Two-night minimum stay required for all rooms and must include Friday, April 3 and Saturday, April 4. |
