2026 IML - ONYX Dance Party

Join the Men of Onyx for their annual Dance Party on IML Weekend's Saturday night from 10pm-2:30am

Spend the day at IML and then join the hottest crowd at Bassline to dance the night away. Don't miss the longest running Men of Color Dance Party of IML Weekend.
We will be having 2 bootblacks at the party as well to take care of your leather! Please see their bio's below! We're so greatful to have boy Badu and Tito Joey!

Shuttle Starts at Congress - 9:30PM

Last Shuttle leaves Bassline - 2:30am

LEATHER / KINK GEAR ENCOURAGED

*Images are from previous parties (2024-2025)
Photos will be taken at the event for use in promos for future events. All are welcome at ONYX events, we aim to provide a space to all LGBTQ+ members, Kink Community Members, and all allies, this is a space for all to dance the night away!
CONSENT IS MANDATORY
Educate | Explore | Empower - ONYX Midwest
Up to date info on all things ONYX during IML Weekend available at: onyxmidwest.com/imlbb

Info: We will have free shuttles for IML guests back and forth between Bassline and the Congress Hotel starting at 9PM and last Shuttle back at 2:30am.

Info: Doors open to Bassline and the ONYX Dance Party! There will be 2 lines the Pre-paid/paying line at the front. Please have your ID and your ticket ready! Get ready to dance and meet new folks. Multiple floors to mingle and dance.

Info: An ONYX board member will make our announcements thanking everyone for joining us and announcing our 2026 pledge line!

Info: The Dance Party will be over at 2:30AM. You don't have to go home but ya gotta leave that bar. The Last Shuttle leaves at 2:30 on the dot!

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

BASSLINE || 2239 - CHICAGO, 2239 South Michigan Avenue, Chicago, United States

Concerts, fests, parties, meetups - all the happenings, one place.

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