With the widespread popularity of 50 Shades of Grey, it should come as no surprise that kinkiness is becoming a bit more socially acceptable nowadays. No one can deny that our current generation of young adults is some of the most sexually liberated in recent history. Even Rhianna has no problem admitting that “chains and whips excite [her]” to the entire world.

And if there is any city in America that would wholeheartedly embrace this scandalous movement, it is San Francisco. Always on the cutting edge of social movements and never afraid to break the boundaries, San Francisco is hosting a kinky, leather-clad, chain-enthusiast festival on September 23 on Folsom Street. The Folsom Street Fair will offer music, food, exhibitors and vendors, all celebrating the sexual fetishes of bondage, dominance, sadism, and masochism, commonly shortened to “BDSM.”

This event will not be for the faint of heart, but if you think you can stomach it, it should be quite an interesting experience. More information can be found about the event at www.folsomstreetfair.com.