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CHICAGO'S UPCOMING EVENTS PLANNER There are advantages to visiting before or after summer, namely more manageable crowds. Average daytime temperatures hover between the high 50s and low 70s – comfortable conditions for walking around. However, you should come prepared for rain, and be sure to bring a light jacket for those occasional days that fall into the high 30s and 40s. MAY EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT: Mayfest Chicago (May 18-19) International Mr. Leather (IML) (May 23-27) Do Division Street Fest & Sidewalk Sale (May 31-June 2) Summer is the most popular time to visit Chicago, so expect prices to be at their highest and hotel vacancies to be hard to come by. While booking in advance is generally a good rule of thumb for Chicago, it especially applies to this time of year. Plan on locking down your hotel reservations at least three or four weeks in advance. Average summer temperatures range from the high 50s to the mid-80s. But temperatures can fluctuate significantly if there’s a passing heat wave with high humidity or strong breezes from Lake Michigan, so pack a mix of clothes. Also, expect to encounter some rain in August. JUNE-AUGUST EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT: Andersonville's Midsommarfest (June 7-9) Chicago Blues Festival (June 7-9) Pridefest (June 22-23) Pride Parade (June 30) Taste of Chicago (July 10-14) Square Roots Festival (July 12-14) Chicago Air and Water Show (August 17-18) Lollapalooza (August 1-4) Chicago Jazz Festival (August 23-September 1) Chicago Fringe Festival (August 30-September 3) Autumn in Chicago offers a sweet spot for tourism. Cooler weather and fewer people mean you’ll enjoy pleasant conditions while exploring the city’s top attractions. Daytime highs hover in the 60s and 70s, but evenings can see temperatures drop into the 40s. Keep in mind that some of the city’s outdoor attractions – like Navy Pier and the Lincoln Park Zoo – may have already reduced their hours for the winter season. SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT Oktoberfest Chicago (September 21-October 6) Hyde Park Jazz Festival (September 28-29) Bank of America Chicago Marathon (October 13) Chicago International Film Festival (October 21-31) boiMAG
May 23 - May 27, 2019 International Mr. Leather Thursday, May 23 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Weekend Package Pick up & Ticket Sales Rafael Annex 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM IML Opening Ceremonies VenueSIX10 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.
Friday, May 24 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 - Hotel and Market access pass is required for entry. Must be 21+ for admission. Full Weekend Access Pass $40. Daytime single day Access Pass day $25. 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Leather Recovery Meeting Guest Room 700 North Tower 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM LA&M Silent Auction Rendezvous Looking for a great deal on leather goods? Check out the silent auction, raising funds to support the work of the Leather Archives & Museum. The auction will close at 2pm on Sunday, and winners will be notified.
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12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Pop-Up Shop Congress Hotel Stop by the pop-up shop for the Leather Archives & Museum and check out some amazing merchandise. 12:00 PM First Shine Rendezvous First shine is a unique tradition of opening our bootblack stands with female members. 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM IML Leather Market 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors Leather Market Access – Must be 21+ to enter market area. 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Mr. Bootblack Competition Rendezvous International Mr. Bootblack Competition. 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM LA&M Sling Raffle Rendezvous Be sure to buy a few tickets for the annual LA&M sling raffle, sponsored by Fort Troff. 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Mr. International Rubber Judge Announcement Oxford A brief press conference, open to all interested parties, to announce the judges and tallymasters for the 23rd Mr. International Rubber contest to be held November 8-10, 2019 in Chicago. 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM FlashBack Florentine The time has come to share a moment with IML 2018, James Lee and IMBB 2018, Lucky Rebel, as they share their memories and highlights from their title year and travels. CONTINUED >>
May 23 - May 27, 2019 International Mr. Leather 7:30 PM - 8:15 PM Puppy Yoga Rendezvous Bring your yoga mats and clothes you can move in, and enjoy the perfect warm up before the fun begins at Off Leash! 8:00 PM - 8:30 PM LORE Sober Dinner Hosted by Commons Club @ Virgin Hotels Chicago Virgin Hotels Chicago 203 North Wabash Avenue 2nd Floor- Commons Club All members and friends of recovery community are invited to join, To reserve a table please REGISTER at 8PM or 8:30PM for dinner. 8:15 PM - 10:00 PM Off Leash: The Pup and Handler Romp Rendezvous The annual pup and Handler party that is free and open to all pups and Handlers and their admirers. This year after puppy yoga, we will commence with pup play activities, surprises, fun and fellowship. 10:00 PM BRUT Party Fantasy Night Club, 3641 N Halsted BRÜT party has a successful combination of hot sexual masculine energy, dirty house music, and an environment void of attitude or judgement. DJ’s Dan Darlington and Peter Napoli. Doors open at 10:00pm Tickets at tickets at Brutparty.com. 10:00 PM - 2:00 AM Spitshine: The Bootblack Party Florentine Join the International Mr Bootblack contestants from around the world! The silent auction and social kick off at 10pm with the dance party starting around Midnight. Bootblack stands open with guests bootblacks and great items in the auction with all proceeds going to help the IMBB travel fund. . IMBB is proudly sponsored by Stompers Boots of Fort Lauderdale, FL.
10:30 PM - 2:00 AM Rubber Cocktail Social by MIR & CRM Rendezvous The Chicago Rubbermen and Mr. International Rubber contest join forces to host their annual IML gathering. Start your weekend off by meeting fellow kinky rubberists from around the globe 11:00 PM - 12:00 AM Leather Recovery Meeting Guest Room 700 North Tower 11:00 PM - 1:00 AM Pocono Eagle Boots Party Oxford The Pocono Eagle is a special part of Gay Naturist International. The Pocono Eagle is about Leather and Naturism. This is the final warm-up party getting ready for the Pocono Eagle 2019.
Saturday, May 25 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM LA&M Silent Auction Rendezvous 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Pop-Up Shop Congress Hotel 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM International Mr. Bootblack Competition Rendezvous 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM IML Leather Market 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors Leather Market Access – Must be 21+ 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM Seminar Kink U Session 1: Understanding Dynamics vs. Abuse in BDSM Seminar. This panel will discuss the nature of healthy power exchanges, autonomy and the very safe nature of safe, sane, and consensual BDSM play. CONTINUED >>
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May 23 - May 27, 2019 International Mr. Leather 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Unconventional Ways to do Pup Play Oxford Physical disabilities, mental illness, pups that don’t mosh. Come join us for a panel discussion on the many different ways that pup play can be done in our community. 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Erotic Hypnosis Reception Lake Shore A social reception for recreational hypnosis enthusiasts and curious alike. 1:00 PM - 1:45 PM Seminar Kink U Session 2: Both Sides of The Coin: Financial Domination Seminar 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM People of Color Leather Caucus: Panel Discussion Florentine Join 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.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM Chicago Hellfire Club Annual IML Cocktail Social Oxford Come meet the men of the Chicago Hellfire Club! We’re honored to host our party again this year as leather folk from around the world come to our hometown to celebrate. 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM Titans of the Midwest Seminar/Social Seminar Titans of the Midwest is a 501c(3) non-profit organization, whose mission is to provide education and guidance to further the development of knowledge and skills of the Midwest kink community. 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM LORE Sober Recovery Mocktail Party Guest Room 700 North Tower All members and friends of the recovery community are invited to attend. 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM BLUF Social Oxford BLUF Chicago welcomes members of the Breeches and Leather Uniform Fan Club.
2:00 PM - 2:45 PM Seminar Kink U Session 3: Beyond The Party: Recovery In Leather Seminar Recovery in leather can be challenge no matter what side of the slash you fall on.
8:00 PM - 11:00 PM IML Pecs and Personality Contest Auditorium Theatre IML contestants are judged on their appearance and stage presence. Doors open at 7 p.m., contest begins at 8 p.m.
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM Seminar Kink U Session 4: Images and Artistry within the Leather/Fetish Community Seminar D.S. Trumbull will lead a panel discussion and presentation of extremely talented artists that exist within the Leather/Fetish community. Come join these talented artists as they showcase some of their favorite pieces of art
9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Leather Bear Stampede Florentine A new officially sanctioned Saturday night dance party at IML this year! DJ Ale Maes (Brazil, FurBall) makes his IML debut with booming sound and sexy visuals. Congress Plaza Hotel Florentine Ballroom. Tickets will be available at Weekend Registration/Ticket Desk.
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FINAL DAYS OF International Mr. Leather Sunday, May 26
Monday, May 27
11:00 AM - 2:00 PM LA&M Silent Auction Rendezvous
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM IML Leather Market 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors Leather Market Access – Must be 21+ to enter market area. Requires access wristband available with IML weekend packages. Day passes available.
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM Celebrity Bootblacks Rendezvous Please join us as we open up the stands to some of your favorite bootblacks! ks! 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM IML Leather Market 1st, 2nd, 3rd floors 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM Metropolitan Community Church Service Columbia General worship service by Chicago’s MCC’s for Christian Leatherfolk. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM POW! The Superhero Fetish Meetup Hotel Lobby POW! is the world’s kinkiest superhero fetish event, and a yearly tradition at IML. 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM International Mr. Leather Contest Auditorium Theatre Doors open at 5:00 PM, Contest 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. DJ/Producer Grammy Nominated DJ Tony Moran (NYC/LA) 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
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM Pop-Up Shop Congress Hotel 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM LA&M Sling Raffle Rendezvous 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 and IMBB. 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. boiMAG 35