Event Schedule
Events listed below are a tentative as we move closer to the event we will post an official schedule.
(All IML 2022 events are sign-interpreted for the hearing impaired.)
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| Start Time | Name | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM | Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales | Rafael Annex | |
| 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM | 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. |
| 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM | IML Opening Ceremonies | VenueSIX10 | VenueSIX10: 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 | Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales | Rafael Annex | |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Access Pass Registration | Prince Albert Room | Access Pass Registration - Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $40. Leather Market 4 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 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. Leather Market 4 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Access Pass Registration | Congress Hotel Michigan Ave Entrance | Access Pass Registration - Hotel and Market access pass is required for entry. Must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Evening single day Access Pass $10. |
| 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 | Access Pass Registration | Prince Albert Room | Access Pass Registration - Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $40. Leather Market 4 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 10:00 AM - 8:30 PM | Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales | Rafael Annex | |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Silent Auction | Rendezvous | Raise money for the Leather Archives & Museum, and get a great deal on some incredible artwork! You’ll find original pieces and prints, with something in every price range, featuring artists such as Etienne, The Hun, Jakal, Cirby Leon and more. Check back often to make sure you haven’t been outbid, or just use the buy-it-now option and take it away! Your purchases help support LAM’s work to preserve our leather history. Shipping is available for your winnings. Silent Auction closes Sunday at 2pm. |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LA&M 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. |
| 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop | Congress Hotel | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and check out some amazing merchandise. You’ll find unique items designed especially for IML in limited quantities, so catch them before they’re gone. You can meet legendary photographer Mike Ruiz and see some of his iconic leather photography. You’ll even have the chance to get your photo taken as well! While you’re there be sure to sign the 2022 IML flag, and renew your membership to LAM. |
| 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. Leather Market 4 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Access Pass Registration | Congress Hotel Michigan Ave Entrance | Access Pass Registration - Hotel and Market access pass is required for entry. Must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Evening single day Access Pass $10. |
| 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 | 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 - 4:00 PM | Access Pass Registration | Prince Albert Room | Access Pass Registration - Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Full Weekend Access Pass $15. Leather Market 2 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM | Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales | Rafael Annex | |
| 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Leather Recovery Meeting | Guest Room 700 North Tower | |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Silent Auction | Rendezvous | Looking for a great deal on leather goods, kink art and toys? Check out the silent auction, raising funds to support the work of the Leather Archives & Museum. This year, the auction will run all weekend, giving you plenty of time to stop by and make a bid on the items that catch your eye. The auction will close at 2pm on Sunday, and winners will be notified. Items can be picked up in the LA&M Pop-Up Shop, or can be mailed to you for an additional fee. |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Sling Raffle | Rendezvous | Be sure to buy a fist-full of tickets for the annual LA&M 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. |
| 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop | Congress Hotel | Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and check out some amazing merchandise. This year's collection features items designed especially for IML in limited quantities, so catch them before they're gone. You can also find IML merchandise, and pins and posters from past IML weekends. While you're there be sure to sign the 2022 IML flag, and renew your membership to the LA&M! |
| 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. Leather Market 2 day Access Pass day $25. Single day admission $10.00. |
| 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Access Pass Registration | Congress Hotel Michigan Ave Entrance | Access Pass Registration - Hotel and Market access pass is required for entry. Must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Evening single day Access Pass $10. |
| 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” Returns With An All-Star Lineup. Award winning laser and light shows, sensational set designs, Go-Go dancers from around the world and DJ/Producer Ale Maes (Brazil), DJ Brady Prince and produced by Matthew Harvat (aka CircuitMOM). This event will once again fill every floor of the 4-story House Of Blues Chicago space, so get your passes early. 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 - 3:00 PM | Access Pass Registration | Prince Albert Room | Access Pass Registration - Hotel and Market access pass is required for entry. Must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Single Day Wristband $10 |
| 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM | IML Ticket Sales | Rafael Annex | |
| 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Silent Auction | Rendezvous | Raise money for the Leather Archives & Museum, and get a great deal on some incredible artwork! You’ll find original pieces and prints, with something in every price range, featuring artists such as Etienne, The Hun, Jakal, Cirby Leon and more. Check back often to make sure you haven’t been outbid, or just use the buy-it-now option and take it away! Your purchases help support LAM’s work to preserve our leather history. Shipping is available for your winnings. Silent Auction closes Sunday at 2pm. |
| 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 - 4:00 PM | Leather Archives & Museum Pop-Up Shop | Congress Hotel | Leather Market Access – Requires access wristband for entry, must be 21+ for admission. Government issued photo ID required. Day passes available $10. |
| 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" returns to Chicago’s historic House Of Blues with Matthew Harvat and his team ready to transform the venue into a different and exciting space specifically for this event. DJ Karsten Sollors (Chicago) and International Superstar DJ/Producer Tom Stephan (London) once again headline, bringing their bass and drum beats to the dance floor. Ticket Packages available Ticket Sales Desk at Congress Plaza Hotel, 1st floor, Ticket Sales Desk. |
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