International Mr. Leather 2009 - Fast Facts

For more than 30 years, the leather community has rolled into Chicago to celebrate leather culture. The event now draws thousands from around the world to help crown the world's "hottest leathermen." Organizers say that attendees range form hardcore leather aficionados to the "just curious."

Related: Chicago Gay Pride Parade | Gay Pride Month in Chicago

The next IML will take place on Memorial Day Weekend.

Thursday, May 21, 2009 through Monday, May 25, 2009

The party sprawls across the city, but the main events will be headquartered at the Hilton Chicago.

Hilton Chicago
720 South Michigan Avenue
Chicago, IL 60605
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Phone - (312)922-4400
(312) 922-5240

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Thursday, May 21, 2009
IML Opening Ceremonies
8 p.m. Doors Open
9 p.m. to 11 p.m. - Intro of contestants and judges, draw contestant numbers
Grand Ballroom

Friday, May 22, 2009
IML Leather Market and Start of Mr. Bootblack Contest
12 noon to 7 p.m.
Exhibit Halls

Saturday, May 23, 2009
IML Leather Market Continues
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
IML Pecs and Personality Contest
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Grand Ballroom

Sunday, May 24, 2009
IML Leather Market Continues
11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
IML Mr. Leather Contest
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. in Grand Ballroom
IML Victory Celebration
8 p.m. to 4 a.m. at House of Blues
329 N. Dearborn Street
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Monday, May 25
IML Leather Market Continues
11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Black and Blue Ball
8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Excalibur
632 N. Dearborn
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