Registration & Orientation

As a contestant in International Mr. Leather, you must report to registration/orientation on:

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM

Congress Plaza Hotel

520 South Michigan Ave

Chicago, IL 60605

Upon arrival, a Contestant Handler will assist you in confirming your application information used in making your contestant badge, the contest program insert, and contestant address list. Bring at least one piece of legal photo identification (driver’s license, passport) with you to Registration/Orientation.

You will be introduced to each judge and various IML staff members and your Contestant Handlers.

You will meet the IML photographer and make a photo shoot appointment with him. Our photographer will provide you with specific information pertaining to your photo shoot.

Contestant orientation will be held immediately following registration. Weekend events will be discussed, and your questions will be answered. Each judge as well as various staff members will be introduced to you.