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SUMMARY:Hoist Pig Weekend
DESCRIPTION:Hog tie your expectations and prepare to be amazed\, as our highly anticipated event returns with even more surprises and excitement in store. \nJoin us for an action-packed\, all-inclusive experience\, featuring: \n\nCatered meals\nCocktail parties\nA run bag complete with a special run pin\nCigar social\nThe eagerly anticipated MidSouth Kink & Leather Boy/Sir Contest\nDungeon play and demos\nLively after-hours parties\nA memorable Sunday awards brunch\n\nSpace is limited\, so don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to reconnect\, celebrate\, and dive into the vibrant world of kink and leather.
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/hoist-pig-weekend-3/
LOCATION:Whispering Oaks Retreat and Campground\, 926 Walker Rd\, Hampshire\, TN\, 38461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:ONYX Midwest Presents: BLACKOUT 30 - Homecoming
DESCRIPTION:ONYX is a national organization founded in 1995 by and for men of color who enjoy the leather lifestyle\, aiming to provide education\, support\, and a bridge to the broader leather community. The Midwest Chapter\, known as ONYX Midwest\, is centered in Chicago and also includes cities like St. Louis\, Milwaukee\, and Des Moines. This chapter focuses on creating safe spaces for men of color to explore kink and fetish play\, emphasizing support\, spirituality\, safety\, and sanity. \nIn October 2025\, ONYX Midwest is hosting BLACKOUT 30 – HOMECOMING\, celebrating the organization’s 30th anniversary. BLACKOUT is ONYX’s biannual leather run\, bringing together members\, friends\, allies\, and supporters for a weekend of fellowship\, education\, and celebration. The event is scheduled for October 16–20\, 2025\, in Chicago. Attendees are encouraged to arrive on Thursday\, October 16\, and stay through Monday\, October 20\, to fully experience the event and the city. \nBLACKOUT 30 is open to everyone\, regardless of race\, gender expression\, sexuality\, age\, or other demographics. The event aims to create an inclusive\, sex-positive space free from discrimination\, where participants can engage in educational sessions\, social events\, and explore their sexuality in a nurturing environment. Traditional events during BLACKOUT include ONYX University\, Brotherhood Awards/Recognition Dinner\, Annual General Meeting for Full Brothers\, and the infamous Bar Crawl. \nAs the event approaches\, additional information about specific activities\, schedules\, and any health and safety guidelines will be provided on the official website. It’s recommended to check the site regularly for updates and to ensure a comprehensive and enjoyable experience at BLACKOUT 30 – HOMECOMING.
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/onyx-midwest-presents-blackout-30-homecoming/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:Blue Max Cocktail Party – K.C. Midnight Howl Leather Run
DESCRIPTION:Join Blue Max for a hosted cocktail party on Friday at 5:00 PM during the K.C. Midnight Howl Leather Run\, taking place March 27–29\, 2026. Come grab a drink\, connect with club brothers\, sisters\, and siblings from across the region\, and kick off the run weekend in style. Leather and gear encouraged.
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/blue-max-cocktail-party-k-c-midnight-howl-leather-run/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:Midnight Howl KC presents Tails of the Midwest 🐾🐾🐾
DESCRIPTION:🐾 Midnight Howl KC presents Tails of the Midwest \n📅 March 27 to March 29\, 2026 \n📍 Kansas City\, Missouri \nJoin Midnight Howl KC for Tails of the Midwest\, a weekend gathering that celebrates pet play\, community\, and connection. The event begins on Friday at 4:00 PM and concludes on Sunday at 1:00 PM. \nAbout Midnight Howl KC \nMidnight Howl KC is a Kansas City based social collective dedicated to creating an inclusive and welcoming environment for pets and handlers. Their community focuses on the social and relational aspects of pet play and is open to adults from all backgrounds. Members include social pets\, service pets\, sexual pets\, psychological pets\, and curious beginners. Gear such as hoods\, collars\, and tails is completely optional. What matters most is respect\, consent\, and community. \nMidnight Howl KC encourages a friendly environment where people can learn\, explore\, and enjoy themselves without pressure. The group also participates in the wider regional community as a member of the Mid America Conference of Clubs. \nWhat to Expect at Tails of the Midwest \n• A warm and inclusive atmosphere for pets\, handlers\, and supporters. \n• Weekend activities that may include bar nights\, social gatherings\, workshops\, and themed meetups. \n• Plenty of space for people to connect\, learn\, and share in the fun of pet play at whatever level feels right for them. \n• Opportunities to meet new friends and strengthen bonds within the broader kink and leather community. \nWho Can Attend \nAll adults who value respect\, consent\, and curiosity are welcome. No prior experience is required. You do not need to be collared or have a handler or pet relationship in order to participate. Everyone is encouraged to engage at their own comfort level. \nBefore You Go \nAlways ask for consent before touching someone\, giving scritches\, interacting with gear\, or initiating play. Pet play etiquette is important and Midnight Howl KC places a strong focus on creating a safe and supportive environment for all attendees. \nMore Information \nEvent details and updates can be found at: \nhttps://www.midnighthowlkc.org/tails
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/midnight-howl-kc-presents-tails-of-the-midwest/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:CLAW 2026 – Cleveland Leather Annual Weekend
DESCRIPTION:✨ CLAW 2026 – Cleveland Leather Annual Weekend \n📅 Date: April 2–5\, 2026 \n📍 Location: Hyatt Regency Columbus\, Columbus\, Ohio   \nAbout CLAW \nCLAW began in 2002 as a community-organized leather weekend and grew into one of the largest annual leather\, fetish\, and kink conventions in the U.S. It is run by CLAW Corp\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to education\, community support\, fundraising\, and inclusive celebration of adult leather and kink.   \nThe mission of CLAW is rooted in the belief that leather\, fetish\, and BDSM interests are natural and healthy. Through its events and programming\, CLAW offers a space where people of all backgrounds\, identities\, and levels of experience are welcomed and respected.   \nWhat to Expect at CLAW 2026 \nCLAW 2026 transforms the host hotel into a full leather-community hub with wide-ranging events and opportunities to connect\, learn\, and celebrate: \n\nA massive VendorMart featuring dozens of vendors with leather gear\, fetish wear\, accessories\, and more.  \nOver 100 workshops and educational classes\, covering BDSM skills\, safety\, consent\, body positivity\, and other community-focused topics.  \nA variety of socials\, mixers\, and nightlife events  from dance parties and play spaces to themed gatherings\, community dinners\, and casual meet-ups.  \nCommunity-building events: drag brunches\, art shows\, Kinky Kabaret\, pet/pup moshes\, speed dating\, cigar-deck socials\, game shows\, and more.  \nA charitable purpose: proceeds from CLAW support LGBTQ+\, HIV/AIDS\, and leather-related charities. Over the years\, CLAW has donated substantial amounts to more than 200 different organizations.  \n\n  \nWhy CLAW Matters \nCLAW is more than a convention — it’s a community cornerstone. It preserves and uplifts leather and kink culture by providing education\, support\, visibility\, and safe spaces for expression. By emphasizing consent\, inclusion\, and respect\, CLAW helps foster acceptance and understanding of alternative lifestyles while supporting charitable causes across the broader community.   \nEven though CLAW 2026 moves to Columbus … rather than its longtime home in Cleveland — the spirit\, mission\, and community remain the same. Organizers emphasize that this is a new chapter\, not a goodbye to Cleveland.   \nWho Should Attend \nCLAW welcomes adults of all genders\, orientations\, identities\, and levels of experience. Whether you’re new to leather/kink or a longtime community member\, CLAW provides a welcoming\, safe\, and affirming space to explore interests\, learn\, connect\, and celebrate yourself. \n 
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/claw-2026-cleveland-leather-annual-weekend/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:Conductors Leather Run
DESCRIPTION:The Conductors Leather Run is an exciting annual event organized by the Conductors Leather & Levi Club. Held in Track 44\, this event brings together members of the leather and levi communities for a weekend of fun\, fellowship\, and fundraising. \nParticipants can look forward to a variety of activities\, including social gatherings\, charity auctions\, and themed parties.  \nAccommodations are available in different formats\, such as cabins and RV spaces\, ensuring everyone has a comfortable place to stay. The event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow enthusiasts and support important causes. \n  \nWhat Are the Conductors \n\nThe Conductors were founded in 1982 by a group of friends in Nashville who shared a passion for leather culture.  \nOver more than four decades\, they have become one of the longest-standing gay social and service clubs in the city.  \nThe club is part of a tradition of Leather/Levi clubs in the United States that blend social connection\, community support\, and leather culture.  \n\n  \nMission and Community Work \n\nIn their early years\, the Conductors recognized the importance of giving back. They organized charity events such as food drives\, worked with local organizations\, and contributed to early community AIDS-relief efforts.  \nThey have maintained a long-standing commitment to social responsibility\, offering support to those in the community in need\, especially during health crises and times of hardship.  \nThrough these efforts\, the Conductors helped broaden acceptance of leather culture in Nashville’s gay community — helping turn what was once risky or fringe into a respected subculture.  \n\n  \nWhat They Do \n\nThe Conductors host regular club-nights at their “home bar\,” currently listed as TRAX in Nashville.  \nThey organize annual “runs” (weekend gatherings) that bring together members and guests for fellowship\, leather/Levi culture\, socializing\, and community building.  \nThese runs typically feature leather-community events and provide a social opportunity for people interested in leather\, kink\, and community.  \nThe club environment emphasizes respect\, consent\, and a sense of brotherhood (and sisterhood)\, welcoming people of many backgrounds who share an interest in leather and community.  \n\n  \nWhy the Conductors Matter \n\nThe Conductors are part of the legacy of Leather/Levi clubs that preserved and passed on leather culture\, values\, and community when mainstream acceptance was rare. Their early willingness to be visible and charitable helped pave the way for broader acceptance.  \nTheir ongoing work shows that leather culture is not just about gear or nightlife\, but about community\, solidarity\, support\, and history. The Conductors help keep that living tradition alive.  \nFor people exploring leather\, Levi\, or kink culture — or seeking a welcoming\, affirming community — the Conductors represent a stable\, long-established entry point grounded in respect\, support\, and shared values. 
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LOCATION:Whispering Oaks Retreat and Campground\, 926 Walker Rd\, Hampshire\, TN\, 38461\, United States
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:Argonauts of Wisconsin Leather Run 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Argonauts of Wisconsin Leather Run is an annual event organized by the Argonauts of Wisconsin\, a gay\, leather/levi social club based in Green Bay.  The run\, which started around 1976\, has become a beloved tradition in the leather community. It’s held in August at a farm near Hilbert\, WI\, and is a joint event with the Castaways M.C. of Milwaukee \nThe run features a variety of activities\, including social gatherings\, charity auctions\, and the annual Mr. Northwoodscompetition. The event has raised significant funds for local HIV/AIDS charities through Argonaut Charities\, supporting organizations like Rainbow Over Wisconsin and the AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin \nThe Argonauts of Wisconsin is known for fostering fellowship and advancing the collective needs and interests of its members. They’ve been a cornerstone of the leather community in Wisconsin for over 50 years\, celebrating camaraderie and community service.
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/argonauts-of-wisconsin-leather-run-2026/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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SUMMARY:Atons of Minneapolis present Gopher XXV Mount Olympus 🐻🐻
DESCRIPTION:🐻 Atons of Minneapolis present Gopher XXV Mount Olympus \n📅 September 10 to 13\, 2026 \n📍 Norway Point Group Center\, St. Croix State Park\, Hinckley\, Minnesota \nThe Atons of Minneapolis will host Gopher XXV Mount Olympus\, a special four day leather run that celebrates both the 25th official Gopher Run and the 54th anniversary of the Atons. This weekend is designed to blend education\, dungeon play\, camaraderie\, and a playful mythological theme inspired by Greek gods and heroes. The event is also being proposed as the site of the 2026 Fall MACC Meeting. \nEvent Theme and Highlights \nGopher XXV embraces a Mount Olympus theme that encourages fantasy\, creativity\, and community. The weekend will feature educational workshops during the day and dungeon spaces at night. Guests can expect a welcoming atmosphere filled with brotherhood\, kink education\, social bonding\, and plenty of fun rooted in leather tradition. \nLocation \nThe run takes place at the Norway Point Group Center inside St. Croix State Park near Hinckley\, Minnesota. The site is approximately 90 minutes north of Minneapolis. It is larger than the Whitewater Group Center used in previous years and is known historically as the longtime home of the Knights of Leather Tournament Run. Norway Point includes four separate “villages\,” each with a lodge that will serve as workshop areas during the day and dungeon spaces after dark. \nAccommodations \nIncluded at no additional cost \n• Twenty eight rustic cabins that sleep eight people each. These are unpowered cabins. \n• Three cabins that sleep two people each. \n• Five powered buildings that sleep thirty people. \nOptional upgrades \nTwo guest houses are available for groups that want a more comfortable stay. \n• Guest House 1 sleeps up to fifteen people\, includes a full kitchen\, and has two full bathrooms with showers on each floor. \n• Guest House 2 sleeps up to twelve people with the same amenities. \nThe upgrade cost is 235 dollars per night. \nCost and Meals \nPricing is expected to be similar to the 2024 run with adjustments for inflation and the extended schedule. The estimated cost is 225 to 275 dollars\, which includes all meals from Thursday dinner through Sunday breakfast. \nAccessibility \nAccessible facilities at Norway Point include the A Village restroom\, latrine\, dining hall\, and infirmary. \nWi-Fi Availability \nWi-Fi is available at the Norway Point mess hall\, the park office\, and the main campground’s visitor center. \nGopher XXV Mount Olympus promises a memorable experience filled with tradition\, play\, education\, and leather community spirit. The Atons look forward to hosting guests and hope to welcome MACC for the Fall 2026 meeting. \n\n\n  \nAbout the Atons of Minneapolis\nThe Atons of Minneapolis\, founded in 1972\, are one of the longest running leather clubs in the United States. They are known for their commitment to brotherhood\, leather culture\, education\, and community service. The Atons host social events\, bar nights\, fundraisers\, and an annual run that brings together leather people from across the country. The club values inclusivity\, respect\, and camaraderie and is a proud member of the Mid America Conference of Clubs. \n\n 
URL:https://www.bluemaxcc.org/event/atons-of-minneapolis-present-gopher-xxv-mount-olympus-%f0%9f%90%bb%f0%9f%90%bb/
CATEGORIES:Leather Run
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