World Naked Bike Ride — Global
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
The flagship event of the global clothing-optional cycling movement. Cities worldwide host rides to protest oil dependency, promote cycling infrastructure, and celebrate body freedom. Dates vary by hemisphere.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June (Northern Hemisphere) / March (Southern Hemisphere)
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Over 70 cities participate globally
- Northern Hemisphere rides: second Saturday of June
- Southern Hemisphere rides: typically March
- Body paint stations available at major city rides
- All cycling abilities welcome — the rides are slow and social
World Naked Bike Ride — London
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
The UK's largest WNBR event. Route through central London passing Westminster, South Bank, and the City.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June
- Location
- United Kingdom, London
- 51.5074, -0.1278
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 1,000–1,500 riders typically
- Route announced 48 hours before via mailing list
- Meet at Wellington Arch, Hyde Park Corner from 13:00
- Body painting from 12:00
World Naked Bike Ride — Portland
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
America's most permissive WNBR event in the "Keep Portland Weird" city. Full nudity without body paint is routine and legally protected under Oregon law.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June
- Location
- United States, Portland, Oregon
- 45.5152, -122.6784
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 500–1,000 riders — America's largest WNBR
- Oregon has no state law against non-sexual public nudity
- Rain or shine — Portlanders ride in all weather
- Large body paint station and post-ride party
World Naked Bike Ride — Amsterdam
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
Europe's most WNBR-friendly city. Amsterdam police actively facilitate the ride. Celebrates Amsterdam's cycling culture and body-positivity.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June
- Location
- Netherlands, Amsterdam
- 52.3676, 4.9041
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 300–600 riders
- Police actively facilitate — no legal risk whatsoever
- Route passes Dam Square, Red Light District, and Vondelpark
- Post-ride canal swim tradition
World Naked Bike Ride — Berlin
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
Germany's flagship WNBR event. FKK culture means full nudity is routine and unremarkable. Route through Berlin Mitte.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June
- Location
- Germany, Berlin
- 52.52, 13.405
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 500–800 riders
- FKK culture means no police issues — nudity is routine in Berlin
- Route passes Brandenburg Gate and Unter den Linden
- Body paint is optional — full nudity is completely normal
World Naked Bike Ride — Copenhagen
Bike Ride
Annual recurring
Denmark's WNBR event in one of the world's most cycling-friendly and naturist-friendly cities. No police involvement needed.
- Date
- Second Saturday of June
- Location
- Denmark, Copenhagen
- 55.6761, 12.5683
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 200–400 riders
- No police issues — Danish FKK culture means total acceptance
- Route passes Tivoli Gardens, Nyhavn, and the Little Mermaid
- Post-ride harbour swim tradition
World Naturist Day
Awareness Day
Annual recurring
Global day of naturist celebration held on the first Sunday of June. Naturist beaches, resorts, and clubs worldwide host special events, open days, and body-positivity activities.
- Date
- First Sunday of June
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Organised by the International Naturist Federation (INF-FNI)
- Many clubs and resorts offer free or discounted entry
- Beach clean-ups, yoga sessions, and community meals
- Social media campaigns promoting body positivity
INF-FNI World Congress
Conference
Annual recurring
The International Naturist Federation's biennial congress bringing together naturist federation representatives from member countries worldwide. Includes policy discussions, cultural exchanges, and networking.
- Date
- Biennial — typically August/September
- Location
- France
Rotating host country
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Hosted by a different member federation each congress
- 2026 host to be confirmed — check INF-FNI website
- Open to federation delegates and invited guests
- Includes naturist site visits in the host country
British Naturism Great British Take-Off
Beach Day
Annual recurring
British Naturism's annual mass nude gathering encouraging thousands of people to try naturism for the first time. Held at beaches, parks, and venues across the UK.
- Date
- Typically July
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- The UK's largest single-day naturist participation event
- First-timers strongly encouraged
- Multiple locations across England, Scotland, and Wales
- Coordinated by British Naturism (BN)
World Naked Gardening Day
Awareness Day
Annual recurring
Annual celebration encouraging people to garden in the nude. Held on the first Saturday of May. Promotes body acceptance and connection with nature.
- Date
- First Saturday of May
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Started in 2005 by the Body Freedom Collaborative
- Do it in your own garden for privacy
- Social media hashtag: #WorldNakedGardeningDay
- Many naturist clubs organise group gardening events
Nudist Beach Bash — Haulover Beach
Festival
Annual recurring
Annual celebration at America's most famous clothing-optional beach. Live music, food vendors, and community activities on Haulover's designated nude section.
- Date
- Typically July
- Location
- United States, Miami, Florida
Haulover Beach - 25.9289, -80.1217
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- South Florida Free Beaches (SFFB) organises the event
- Live music, food trucks, and beach games
- Family-friendly atmosphere
- Free entry — bring your own towel and sunscreen
Cap d'Agde Naturist Village Summer Festival
Festival
Annual recurring
The world's largest naturist resort hosts a full summer of events including beach volleyball tournaments, live music, foam parties, and themed nights.
- Date
- July–August peak season
- Location
- France, Cap d'Agde
Village Naturiste, Cap d'Agde - 43.2789, 3.5189
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Peak season events throughout July and August
- Beach volleyball tournament draws international teams
- Night markets, live music, and themed parties
- Family activities during daytime; adults-only events at night
- Advance booking essential for accommodation
Naked Hiking Day (Summer Solstice)
Awareness Day
Annual recurring
Unofficial tradition of hiking nude on the summer solstice (21 June). Popular on remote trails in Germany, France, the Netherlands, and the Pacific Northwest. Celebrates freedom and connection with nature.
- Date
- 21 June
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Started as a German tradition ("Nacktwandertag")
- Hike only on remote trails away from populated areas
- Always carry clothing for unexpected encounters
- Check local laws — nude hiking is legal only in some jurisdictions
- Never hike nude on busy or popular trails
Naturist Yoga & Wellness Retreat — Vera Playa
Festival
Annual recurring
Week-long naturist wellness retreat at Spain's premier naturist resort. Yoga, meditation, spa treatments, and healthy dining in a clothing-optional environment.
- Date
- Multiple dates throughout the year
- Location
- Spain, Vera Playa, Almería
Vera Playa Naturist Resort - 37.2289, -1.8689
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Multiple week-long retreats throughout the year
- All yoga classes are clothing-optional
- Includes excursions to Cabo de Gata natural park
- Suitable for all yoga levels
- Check VeraNatura and resort websites for 2026 dates
Sydney Skinny
Beach Day
Annual recurring
Australia's largest group nude swim event. Hundreds of swimmers take a dawn plunge at a secret Sydney location to celebrate body positivity and raise funds for charity.
- Date
- Typically February/March
- Location
- Australia, Sydney
- -33.8688, 151.2093
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Location revealed only to ticket holders
- Dawn swim — arrive before sunrise
- Charity fundraising component
- All body types celebrated
- No photography permitted — strictly enforced
Praia de Tambaba Carnival
Festival
Annual recurring
Brazil's famous nude beach hosts an annual carnival celebration with music, dancing, and beach sports. The largest naturist beach party in South America.
- Date
- February (Carnival season)
- Location
- Brazil, Conde, Paraíba
Praia de Tambaba - -7.1189, -34.8089
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Brazil's largest naturist beach party
- Live music, dance, and beach volleyball
- Coincides with Brazilian Carnival season
- Accommodation books out months in advance
- Family-friendly daytime; adults-only evening events
Naked Rowing Challenge — Atlantic
Sport
Adventurous naturists undertake ocean rowing challenges in the nude. Several teams have rowed the Atlantic nude to raise awareness for body positivity and ocean conservation.
- Date
- Varies by expedition
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Extreme sport — not for beginners
- Previous expeditions have raised significant charity funds
- Ocean rowing is done nude due to chafing and saltwater irritation from clothing
- Follow specific expedition teams for 2026 dates
Eurofest — European Naturist Camping Festival
Festival
Annual recurring
Large-scale naturist camping and festival event rotating between European naturist campsites. Features sports tournaments, live entertainment, and family activities.
- Date
- Typically August
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Hosted by a different European naturist campsite each year
- 2026 host to be confirmed — check European naturist federation websites
- Sports tournaments (volleyball, football, petanque)
- Live music and dance evenings
- Family-friendly with dedicated children's activities
Japan Onsen Matsuri (Hot Spring Festival)
Festival
Annual recurring
Traditional Japanese festival celebrating onsen culture. While not explicitly naturist, the mandatory nude bathing in gender-segregated baths offers a profound cultural nudity experience.
- Date
- Varies by region — typically autumn
- Location
- Japan
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Beppu holds major onsen festivals in October
- Kusatsu hosts the Yumomi show (traditional water-cooling performance)
- Gender-segregated nude bathing is mandatory and universal
- Ryokan stays offer the full traditional experience
- Autumn foliage + outdoor rotenburo is magical
Naturist Music Festival — Zeeland
Festival
Annual recurring
Dutch naturist music festival held at a naturist campsite in Zeeland. Live bands, DJ sets, and dancing in a clothing-optional environment.
- Date
- Typically July
- Location
- Netherlands, Zeeland
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- NFN (Dutch Naturist Federation) affiliated event
- Live bands and DJ sets
- Camping on-site at naturist campsite
- All ages welcome during daytime; evening events may be adults-only
Naturist Hiking Weekend — Black Forest
Sport
Annual recurring
Guided nude hiking weekends through the German Black Forest. Led by experienced guides on remote trails with overnight stays at naturist-friendly accommodation.
- Date
- Multiple weekends May–September
- Location
- Germany, Black Forest, Baden-Württemberg
- 48.25, 8.35
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Multiple weekends throughout the summer
- Guided by experienced naturist hiking leaders
- Remote trails away from populated areas
- Overnight at FKK-friendly hotels or campsites
- Check German naturist federation (DFK) for 2026 dates
24-Hour Naked Swim — Soltau
Sport
Annual recurring
German naturist swimming marathon where participants swim laps in a pool for 24 hours, raising funds for charity. A test of endurance and a celebration of body positivity.
- Date
- Typically September
- Location
- Germany, Soltau
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 24-hour continuous swimming challenge
- Teams and individual participants
- Charity fundraising component
- Family-friendly atmosphere with camping
- Check DFK website for 2026 dates
Naturist Kite Festival — Rømø
Festival
Annual recurring
Annual kite-flying festival held on Denmark's famous nude beach at Rømø. Massive kites flown by naturist enthusiasts against the dramatic Wadden Sea backdrop.
- Date
- Typically September
- Location
- Denmark, Rømø Island
Rømø Beach - 55.1289, 8.5189
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Spectacular giant kite displays
- Held on Rømø's vast nude beach
- Wind-dependant — check weather forecasts
- Family-friendly
- Bring a windbreak and warm layers — the Wadden Sea is windy
Naturist Ski Weekend — Austrian Alps
Sport
Annual recurring
Annual winter naturist skiing and snowboarding event in the Austrian Alps. Clothing-optional skiing followed by nude sauna and thermal pool relaxation.
- Date
- Typically January/February
- Location
- Austria, Austrian Alps
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Clothing-optional skiing on designated slopes
- Après-ski nude sauna and spa sessions
- Thermal pool relaxation in the evenings
- Check Austrian naturist federation for exact location and dates
- Warm accommodation essential — alpine winter temperatures
Naturist Marathon — Cap d'Agde
Sport
Annual recurring
Annual running events at the world's largest naturist resort. Participants run nude or clothed through the naturist village and along the Mediterranean beach.
- Date
- Typically October
- Location
- France, Cap d'Agde
Village Naturiste - 43.2789, 3.5189
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Multiple distances: 5K, 10K, half marathon
- Nude or clothed — participant's choice
- Beach run segment is a highlight
- Medals and certificates for all finishers
- Family-friendly event
Naturist Cooking Retreat — Tuscany
Festival
Annual recurring
Week-long clothing-optional cooking retreat in the Tuscan countryside. Learn Italian cuisine from local chefs while enjoying the warm Mediterranean climate in the nude.
- Date
- Multiple dates May–September
- Location
- Italy, Tuscany
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Hosted at agriturismo properties with private pools
- Hands-on cooking classes with local chefs
- Wine tasting and vineyard visits
- Swimming pool and garden relaxation
- Check Italian naturist federation (FENAIT) for approved venues
Global Naturist Beach Clean-Up Day
Awareness Day
Annual recurring
Annual coordinated beach clean-up event where naturist groups worldwide clean their local naturist beaches. Combines environmental activism with community building.
- Date
- Typically April (Earth Month)
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Coordinated by national naturist federations
- Combines beach clean-up with social gathering
- Picnics and community meals after the clean-up
- Environmental education component
- Check your national federation for local event details
Naturist Photography Workshop
Conference
Annual recurring
Annual workshop teaching naturist-friendly photography techniques, consent protocols, and ethical image-making. Held at naturist resorts with professional photographers.
- Date
- Varies by organiser
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Strict consent and ethical guidelines taught
- Professional naturist photographers as instructors
- Portfolio review and critique sessions
- Held at naturist resorts to ensure comfortable environment
- Check national naturist federations for 2026 workshop dates
Naturist Art Retreat — Provence
Festival
Annual recurring
Week-long painting and drawing retreat in Provence's lavender fields. Figure drawing, landscape painting, and sculpture in a clothing-optional creative environment.
- Date
- Typically July
- Location
- France, Provence
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Professional art instructors lead sessions
- All skill levels welcome
- Figure drawing from live models (clothed and nude)
- Landscape painting in the lavender fields
- Exhibition of participant work at the end of the retreat
Naturist Surf Camp — Costa Rica
Sport
Annual recurring
Week-long clothing-optional surf camp on Costa Rica's Pacific coast. Learn to surf with professional instructors in a body-positive, naturist-friendly environment.
- Date
- Multiple dates November–April
- Location
- Costa Rica, Pacific Coast
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Dry season (November–April) offers best surf conditions
- Professional surf instructors
- Clothing-optional beach accommodation
- Yoga and wellness sessions included
- Check with Costa Rican naturist groups for 2026 dates
Naturist Meditation Retreat — Bali
Festival
Annual recurring
Silent meditation retreat at a clothing-optional wellness centre in Bali. Yoga, meditation, and spiritual practices in a tropical naturist environment.
- Date
- Year-round — monthly retreats
- Location
- Indonesia, Bali
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- Bali has several clothing-optional wellness retreats
- Silent meditation, yoga, and breathwork
- Private villas with pools
- Not officially naturist — Indonesia prohibits public nudity
- These are private, enclosed retreats for international visitors
Naturist Kayak Expedition — Croatian Coast
Sport
Annual recurring
Multi-day sea kayak expedition along Croatia's naturist coastline. Camp at FKK beaches, paddle between islands, and explore hidden coves.
- Date
- June–September
- Location
- Croatia, Istria & Dalmatian Coast
- Calendar year
- 2026
Field notes
- 5–7 day expeditions with experienced guides
- Camp at designated naturist beaches (Valalta, Koversada)
- Paddle between islands and explore hidden coves
- All kayaking equipment provided
- Suitable for beginners with reasonable fitness