What to Expect
Five days of leather culture, competition, and community
Leather & Fetish Culture
The world's premier leather event celebrates kink culture with pride, respect, and unabashed authenticity.
IML Contest
The prestigious International Mr. Leather title is awarded in a spectacular ceremony at the Auditorium Theatre.
Dark & Industrial Sound
Industrial techno, EBM, and tribal beats power Chicago's underground venues and leather bars.
Key Details
Venues
Auditorium Theatre, Touche, Cell Block, Metro Chicago, House of Blues
Music Vibe
Industrial, dark techno, EBM, tribal, hard house
Signature Events
IML Contest, Black & Blue Ball, Leather Market, Pecs Party
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