Event Schedule
Events listed below are a tentative as we move closer to the event we will post an official schedule.
(All IML 2023 events are sign-interpreted for the hearing impaired.)
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| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM | IML Guest Services | Prince Albert | Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales |
| 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM | IML Opening Ceremonies | Florentine - Congress Hotel | Ticket Packages available Ticket Sales Desk at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1st floor, Ticket Sales Desk. Event includes the introduction of judges, contestants and number selection. Doors open at 7:30 PM, show begins at 8:00 PM. |
| 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | A 12-step recovery meeting that welcomes all programs and people seeking support in a sober environment during all IML festivities. |
| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM | IML Guest Services | Prince Albert Room | Weekend Package Pick up, Ticket Sales & Market Wristband |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop | Rendezvous | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and get a great deal on some amazing LA&M and IML merchandise. You can check out the items in this year's silent auction and bid on your favorites. While you’re there be sure to sign the 2023 IML flag, and renew your membership to LAM. The Silent Auction will end on Sunday at 4pm. You can pick up your items then to take home with you, or make arrangements to have them shipped to you! |
| 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM | IML Leather Market | 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | Leather Market Access – Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $40. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM | Open Shine | Leather Market 3rd Floor | Join bootblacks while they showcase their talents at Open Shine during IML in the Vendor Area. Facilitated by Leslie Anderson and Team Shine. So come get your shine on! |
| 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM | LAM Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LAM Sling Raffle. You’ll be supporting a great cause, and getting a chance to win your very own portable sling. This is your chance to make your hotel room THE place to be at the next event! Check out our sexy models and enter as often as you like. If you win and it’s just too big for you to handle, shipping is available. Sling provided courtesy of JimSupport. |
| 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM | Mr. International Rubber Judge Announcement | Oxford | A brief press conference, open to all interested persons and parties, to announce the Judges and Tallymasters for the 26th Mr. International Rubber Contest to be held October 19- 22, 2023. |
| 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM | Off Leash: The Pup and Handler Romp | Rendezvous | The annual pup and Handler party that is open to all, and free to attend for all pups, Handlers, and all interested. Expect squeaky toys, pup treats (non-gluten option available) & more surprises, fun, and a few special guests. Join us for the frolic! |
| 10:30 PM - 2:00 AM | Rubber Gear Social by Mr. International Rubber. | Rendezvous | Gear up and come see other shiny people at the annual gathering of Rubberists at IML. Hosted by Mr. International Rubber. All rubber and associated fetishes and fetishists are welcome. |
| 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower |
| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM | IML Guest Services | Prince Albert Room | Weekend Package Pick up, Ticket Sales & Market Wristband |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM | IML Leather Market | 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | Leather Market Access – Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $40. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM | Open Shine | Leather Market 3rd Floor | Join bootblacks while they showcase their talents at Open Shine during IML in the Vendor Area. Facilitated by Leslie Anderson and Team Shine. So come get your shine on! |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop and Silent Auction | Rendezvous | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and get a great deal on some amazing LA&M and IML merchandise. You can check out the items in this year's silent auction and bid on your favorites. While you’re there be sure to sign the 2023 IML flag, and renew your membership to LAM. The Silent Auction will end on Sunday at 4pm. You can pick up your items then to take home with you, or make arrangements to have them shipped to you! |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LAM Sling Raffle. You’ll be supporting a great cause, and getting a chance to win your very own portable sling. This is your chance to make your hotel room THE place to be at the next event! Check out our sexy models and enter as often as you like. If you win and it’s just too big for you to handle, shipping is available. Sling provided courtesy of JimSupport. |
| 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM | Seminar Kink U Session 1: Submissive and Single : Scratching Your Own Itch | Oxford | Presented by: Finbarr Lapup (They/Them) Being single, uncollared, alone or whatever you call it. The main thing to remember is that you are not defined by your relationship to others. Not Being in a dynamic can be a tricky journey to navigate especially at a time where you see “situationships” everywhere you turn, but it doesn’t make you any less kinky or subby!! Get tips and lessons on how to find fulfillment with your both inside and DEEP inside. In this class the “whys”, the “how to’s”, and the “pitfalls”; will all be discussed in a nonjudgmental, and casual environment. |
| 12:45 PM | IML Recovery Anniversary Brunch | The Walnut Room 7th floor of Macy's on State | Significant others and sober allies welcome! Come join us for a sober brunch at the famous Walnut Room and celebrate Anniversaries! Cash preferred / fixed menu. |
| 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM | Seminar Kink U Session 2: Class: Don't make it weird | Oxford | Presented by: Benji (He/Him) The first time is always awkward. Come get comfortable and ask the things you really want answers to. Hear real experiences from trans individuals in a casual setting. This class will create a safe, non judgemental space for you to ask questions you might feel awkward or uncomfortable asking as long as they are asked respectfully and with the intention to learn and grow. |
| 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | People of Color Leather Caucus: Panel Discussion by Mufasa Ali | Florentine Room | Join ONYX Founder Mufasa Ali and the Men of ONYX, along with Leatherfolk and Kinksters of Color from around the world for a lively community discussion on maximizing the leather/kink/fetish experience and positively impacting our communities as People of Color. Panelists will include both elders and newcomers. Come join in the discussion and network with the POC Leather/Kink community. All are invited. |
| 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM | Seminar Kink U Session 3: Prescription for Perspective: Navigating Healthcare While Practicing Kink, BDSM, and/or Consensual Non Monogamy | Oxford | Presented by: Haifisch Consensual non monogamy (CNM) has become a more normalized relationship style in the 21st century. Mainstream media has shown depictions of kink that are deeper than light spanking and anal. Adults involved in CNM, BDSM, and other alternative lifestyles, like most adults, have needs involving their healthcare. This class will cover basic language to help talk about kink, BDSM, and/or CNM with providers, discuss what areas in healthcare tend to be most affected by these identities, and provide resources to help advocate for yourself before and during these conversations. |
| 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Seminar Kink U Session 4: Ask the Board | Oxford | Presented by: Reya Sunshine (She/Her) and Bjorn (He/Him) With the President and Vice President present this weekend we wanted to take the chance to have an open discussion on the club, the future, information for prospective members, and issues that the current members see. This time is open to all, and we want as much engagement from the audience as possible. Bring your questions, and concerns to us. Also, any other board members that are in attendance will also be there; their schedule permitting. |
| 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM | BLUF Social | Oxford | BLUF Chicago welcomes members of the Breeches and Leather Uniform Fan Club from around the world with a cocktail reception bringing together men into full leather uniforms. This is a BLUF Dress Code Enforced Event, so please wear your finest Leathers and Uniforms. |
| 8:00 PM - 11:00 PM | IML Pecs and Personality Contest | Auditorium Theater | Auditorium Theater: IML contestants are judged on their appearance and stage presence. Doors open at 7 p.m., contest begins at 8 p.m. |
| 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | POW: Superhero Fetish Party | Florentine | The Superhero Fetish Party is a creative experience with live music, performances, lighting and art, and amazing house music by DJs Sean Parks and Roscoe. Starting with a lounge vibe that turns into a dance party. $10 in advance; $20 at the door. Superhero attire is encouraged but all 21+ are welcome. Ticket Link Produced by Dazzler (Matt Cardoni) |
| 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM | Gear Blast 2023 | Rendezvous | Gearheads into sports, racing, rubber, leather, lycra and other perv gear keep things hot, sweaty and kinky! Everyone is invited to get their gear on and come party hard. After all, it's always better IN gear! |
| 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower |
| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | IML Guest Services | Prince Albert Room | Weekend Package Pick up, Ticket Sales & Market Wristband |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | IML Leather Market | 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | Leather Market Access – Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $15. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Open Shine | Leather Market 3rd Floor | Join bootblacks while they showcase their talents at Open Shine during IML in the Vendor Area. Facilitated by Leslie Anderson and Team Shine. So come get your shine on! |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop and Silent Auction | Rendezvous | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and get a great deal on some amazing LA&M and IML merchandise. You can check out the items in this year's silent auction and bid on your favorites. While you’re there be sure to sign the 2023 IML flag, and renew your membership to LAM. The Silent Auction will end on Sunday at 4pm. You can pick up your items then to take home with you, or make arrangements to have them shipped to you! |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LAM Sling Raffle. You’ll be supporting a great cause, and getting a chance to win your very own portable sling. This is your chance to make your hotel room THE place to be at the next event! Check out our sexy models and enter as often as you like. If you win and it’s just too big for you to handle, shipping is available. Sling provided courtesy of JimSupport. |
| 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM | Metropolitan Community Church Service | Columbia | Metropolitan Community Church Service, General worship service by Chicago’s MCC’s for Christian Leatherfolk. |
| 2:00 pm - 4:00 PM | Chicago Hellfire Club Annual IML Cocktail Social | Oxford | Come mix and mingle with the men of CHC at our annual IML cocktail party. Join us from 2 PM - 4 PM on Sunday, May 28th, at the Oxford Room, 1st floor, in the Congress Hotel. This will be a cash bar. Registration IS NOT required for this event, just put it on your calendar and we hope to see you there! |
| 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM | International Mr. Leather Contest | Auditorium Theater | INTERNATIONAL MR. LEATHER CONTEST Auditorium Theater: Doors open at 5:00 PM, Contest begins at 6:00 PM. |
| 9:00 PM - 4:00 AM | IML Victory Celebration | House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn Street | “The Victory Party” return to our home The House of Blues, and are kicking things up a notch by giving everyone another intimate 😈 dance floor to celebrate, with beats by Sean Parks. In the main music hall, Janky and Marti Frieson will rock your world. Ticket Packages available Ticket Sales Desk at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1st floor, Ticket Sales Desk. |
| 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower |
| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | IML Ticket Sales | Prince Albert Room | IML Ticket Sales & Market Wristband |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | IML Leather Market | 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors | Leather Market Access – Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Day passes available $10. |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Open Shine | Leather Market 3rd Floor | Join bootblacks while they showcase their talents at Open Shine during IML in the Vendor Area. Facilitated by Leslie Anderson and Team Shine. So come get your shine on! |
| 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop | Rendezvous | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and get a great deal on some amazing LA&M and IML merchandise. You can check out the items in this year's silent auction and bid on your favorites. While you’re there be sure to sign the 2023 IML flag, and renew your membership to LAM. You can pick up your Silent Auction items then to take home, or make arrangements to have them shipped to you! |
| 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | LAM Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LAM Sling Raffle. You’ll be supporting a great cause, and getting a chance to win your very own portable sling. This is your chance to make your hotel room THE place to be at the next event! Check out our sexy models and enter as often as you like. If you win and it’s just too big for you to handle, shipping is available. Sling provided courtesy of JimSupport. |
| 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM | Premier Package Holder Reception | Florentine | Premier package holders are invited to a special meet and greet with the winners of IML. Photos with the winners are optional. Ticket included with Premier package required. |
| 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 9:00 PM - 4:00 AM | Black and Blue Ball | House of Blues 329 N. Dearborn Street | International Mr. Leather’s iconic closing party, "The Black & Blue Ball" we return to the House of Blues from 9 pm until 3 am for The Black and Blue Ball with a different venue setup. This will give you all the stage space to live your gogo dancing fantasies in front of all of your friends! The DJs providing the tunes for your moves will be none other than Isaac Escalante and Ale Maes. No phones, no cameras, one experience. Ticket Packages available Ticket Sales Desk at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1st floor, Ticket Sales Desk. |
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