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NMLL July Munch

66 Diner 1405 Central Avenue NE, ABQ, United States

Don't miss our monthly munch Thursday from 6:30PM to 8:30PM at 66 Diner. Free admittance, but please support the hosting establishment and tip the waitstaff generously! We will be in the back room, welcoming all in our community for a casual, social evening. Come and get to know others and learn about what NMLL has...

August General Meeting

Virtual

General membership meetings usually occur on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm. (The schedule may vary depending on whats happening in the world and with NMLL events.) This is where we get down to the business of running the organization. The team creates, plans, organizes and steps up to do the work...

NMLL August Munch

66 Diner 1405 Central Avenue NE, ABQ, United States

Don't miss our monthly munch Thursday from 6:30PM to 8:30PM at 66 Diner. Free admittance, but please support the hosting establishment and tip the waitstaff generously! We will be in the back room, welcoming all in our community for a casual, social evening. Come and get to know others and learn about what NMLL has...

September General Meeting

Virtual

General membership meetings usually occur on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm. (The schedule may vary depending on whats happening in the world and with NMLL events.) This is where we get down to the business of running the organization. The team creates, plans, organizes and steps up to do the work...

NMLL September Munch

66 Diner 1405 Central Avenue NE, ABQ, United States

Don't miss our monthly munch Thursday from 6:30PM to 8:30PM at 66 Diner. Free admittance, but please support the hosting establishment and tip the waitstaff generously! We will be in the back room, welcoming all in our community for a casual, social evening. Come and get to know others and learn about what NMLL has...

October General Meeting

Virtual

General membership meetings usually occur on the second Thursday of the month at 7 pm. (The schedule may vary depending on whats happening in the world and with NMLL events.) This is where we get down to the business of running the organization. The team creates, plans, organizes and steps up to do the work...

NMLL October Munch

66 Diner 1405 Central Avenue NE, ABQ, United States

Don't miss our monthly munch Thursday from 6:30PM to 8:30PM at 66 Diner. Free admittance, but please support the hosting establishment and tip the waitstaff generously! We will be in the back room, welcoming all in our community for a casual, social evening. Come and get all your last minute Leather Fiesta questions answered!

Balloon Flight Excursion from Leather Fiesta 2024

Crown Plaza Hotel -> ABQ Sky

Presenting an exciting opportunity by Leather Fiesta Sponsor Box and Branch Adult Travel Extend your Leather Fiesta enjoyment by adding a balloon flight, offered through the official travel agent of Leather Fiesta 2024, Box & Branch Adult Travel! This will be an early morning balloon flight on Friday November 1st, with one of the nation's...

Leather Fiesta 2024

Save the date for this years Leather Fiesta! This years event promises to be bigger and better than ever. More information will be posted as it becomes available.

Registration for Volunteers and Vendors

Registration Area

If you're working the event be sure to take advantage of this opportunity to register early and avoid the crowd!

Silent Auction

Vendor Vault

Visit our annual fundraiser for of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.  We'll auction off all sorts of fun and kinky items donated by the community.  Don't miss out on your chance to find the item of your dreams. You'll be lending support to NCSF, helping them to continue defending our rights! Bidding is open...

Welcome Session

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

Navigating the Kink Community as a Newcomer

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

So you have realized that you’re kinky?? Hooray! Welcome to the dark-side! We have cookies! But, now what?? While there is lots and lots of fun to be had, it can also be scary, dangerous, or down right overwhelming as you try to navigate the millions of rabbit holes that make up kink and BDsM!...

Leather: It’s What’s In You

The Lounge (Garden Room - 1st Floor)

Have you ever wondered what "Leather" is? This workshop will explore Leather as a culture and identity: We will delve into the hierarchical structure, cultural context, traditions, and what makes it different from general kink. Daddy Stan brings his decades of experience in the Leather community to give a unique perspective on an important subculture....

If you Like them you Should put a Collar on them

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

The collar symbolizes the ownership of a submissive/slave. Ceremonies were performed with the Master/Dominant placing a collar around the neck of the person who is willing to submit to them. In this class I will explain the 3 different commitment levels of collars that I have witnessed. While the evolution of the different collars that...

How has Consent Changed Over the Decades?

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

The class will discuss how consent has changed over the decades. Discussions around bodily autonomy, sexual rights, and examining how cultural, and social shifts have changed our understanding of this critical concept.

Dungeon Party

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

“You like to do what?!” A Sex Positive Approach to BDSM & Sexual Health

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

The BDSM/Kink community is frequently excluded from public health messaging and outreach programs regarding sexual health. Members of our community also often feel unable to discuss their sexual health with healthcare providers due to stigma, shame and fear of being misunderstood. This interactive presentation will discuss the unique sexual health needs for people who practice...

Mummification: A Journey Inward

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

Ever wondered what it would feel like to be completely immobilized... unable to move even the slightest fraction of an inch? Have you felt a deep and burning desire to wrap some one in the tight constraints of plastic, tape, or other encompassing materials? This class is for you! Mummification may provide a chance for...

POC HerStory: A Survey of Women’s Leather History & Culture

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

Join us for a POC Leather history presentation, specifically highlighting women and female presenting persons of color. You will learn about some of the groups, organizations and individuals that have left an indelible mark on our Leather culture and community. This presentation is a way of saying thank you to those who have forged the...

Wax Play – We’ll stop the world and melt with you!

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Join us for a few hours while we discuss everyone’s favorite sensation play, Wax Play! We will discuss and demonstrate wax play safety, along with candle types, techniques, and a round table discussion on building a scene. Main Topics Covered *Different types of candles and wax blends that are body-safe for wax play and those...

Silent Auction

Vendor Vault

Visit our annual fundraiser for of the National Coalition for Sexual Freedom.  We'll auction off all sorts of fun and kinky items donated by the community.  Don't miss out on your chance to find the item of your dreams. You'll be lending support to NCSF, helping them to continue defending our rights! Bidding is open...

The Art of Spanking: A Hands-On Workshop

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

Join Ragnar for an interactive exploration of spanking in this introductory class designed for both beginners and those looking to refine their technique. This session will cover the essentials of spanking, including: The purpose and appeal of spanking in kink play Anatomy and safety zones to ensure a pleasurable and safe experience Techniques for both...

From Cracking to Lashing: Intermediate Single Tails

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

What is the difference between a Signal Whip, a Snake Whip and a Bull whip? Which whips are best for use in a dungeon vs. a confined space? How are single tails used on others? These are all questions that will be brought up and answered in this class, among others. This intermediate level whip...

Expect the Unexpected: Planning safe and sexy CNC scenes – Part 1

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

Are you interested in doing a CNC scene? Has it been a long-time fantasy, but you don’t know where to start? Or are you ready to make it happen, but want to make sure you’re doing it safely? Consensual Non-Consent involves much more than just negotiating hard limits and planning aftercare. There are psychological considerations,...

Anyone Smell Bacon? Branding, Why and How.

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

Branding is a practice that has existed since ancient times for various purposes, and has evolved over the years to find its place in contemporary culture, particularly in the BDSM community. In this demo class, we will delve into the historical roots of branding, its cultural significance, and its modern application within BDSM. We will...

Lunch

On your own

Elementary Play Piercing 101

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

Are you intrigued or tantalized by the idea of sinking a needle into your partner’s flesh? Want to learn how to create a safer space to play with needles? This is the perfect class for you! This class is for those who are brand new or fairly new to play piercing whether you are wanting...

From Conflict to Connection

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

What happens when we are in our triggers and defensive patterns? Can we tell the difference between what's happening in the present, and something that has happened long ago that still lives in us? Can these instances be turned into moments of loving intimacy and deeper connection? Although triggers and intimacy seem like extreme opposites,...

Expect the Unexpected: Planning safe and sexy CNC scenes – Part 2

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

Are you interested in doing a CNC scene? Has it been a long-time fantasy, but you don’t know where to start? Or are you ready to make it happen, but want to make sure you’re doing it safely? Consensual Non-Consent involves much more than just negotiating hard limits and planning aftercare. There are psychological considerations,...

Takedowns and Tapouts – An Introduction to Kinky Wrestling and Grappling

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Sweaty, body to body contact, twisting and turning, fighting to pin the other person down, and straining to triumph and dominate in a scene with no pre-determined outcome. How much distance really exists between the spheres of wrestling and sex? This class explores the dynamics of unarmed erotic combat and introduces some basic wrestling and...

Neurodivergence in Kink: Creating Inclusive and Affirming Spaces

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

This session will explore how neurodivergent traits can influence kink experiences, emphasizing the importance of communication, consent, and tailored practices. Participants will learn strategies for creating inclusive environments, discuss real-life scenarios, and share personal experiences in a supportive space. Whether you're neurodivergent yourself or seeking to understand better and support neurodivergent partners and friends, this...

Puppet Tie

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Go from floor to puppet. Workshop will teach a basic chest harness, hip harness and basic but simple wrist and ankle wraps which can be tied partner or solo. After all the puppet pieces are tied puppets/bottoms will get a chance to play on the ground or in the air on one of the rigs...

Real Life D/s : A Peak Behind the Curtain

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

BDsM and Kink is fun, sexy, and all things glorious! But, what does it look like when the music turns off and the house lights turn on? Can we live in the sexy 24/7 or do we have to learn to navigate real life without losing the foundation and integrity of our dynamic to the...

The History of the BDSM Community in the US as Reflected in Movies

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

Tracing the history of the BDSM community from its origins in the 1950s to the near present, award-winning historian Steve Stein will discuss how a distinct BDSM community developed and how it changed over time, noting the formation of the first BDSM organizations in the 1970s, the first BDSM conferences in the 1980s, and the...

BDSM Hypnoplay!

Tool Box Suite (Arizona Room, Ground Floor)

Join us for this fascinating workshop detailing how to incorporate techniques of hypnosis into your play and lifestyle. During this workshop, students will be taught some basic concepts that can be used in a safe manner to create both internal and external scenes. In addition, participants will have the opportunity to experience a hypnotic induction,...

The Pleasure of Permission: A Hands-On Consent Workshop

Aftercare Queen's Suite (NM Ballroom C/D, 1st Floor)

Get ready for a sizzling workshop where consent takes center stage. With five hands-on exercises, you'll master the art of giving and receiving. From the flirty "Hug, Handshake, Bow" intro to the tantalizing "3-Minute Game," you'll explore your boundaries and desires in a playful, intimate setting. Connect deeply with others, feel the thrill of clear...

The Bites and Growls of Primal M/s

Gold Coast Suite (NM Ballroom G/H, 1st Floor)

Master and slave relationships tend to follow an expected structure. However, in our practice of M/s, we chose to depart from the norm in favor of a more animalistic and energetic primal hierarchy. This is not M/s that is freely given, it is earned and conquered everyday. Where the slave is free to challenge and...

From Figure 8 to Florentine

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Oh no! Not another flogging class. Yes, but with a twist. In addition to the basic 4 beat florentine, this workshop will explore finding your rhythm, nuances in transitions, and fighting fatigue. Bring your floggers and creativity. This workshop will contain lecture, demo and practice time. For the advanced we can also discuss the 6...

Tastings

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Dungeon Party

Dungeon (NM Ballroom A/B/E/F, 1st Floor)

Closing / Memorial

The Lounge (Garden Room - 1st Floor)

Please join us Sunday morning at 10:00am in the Lounge to close out our festivities with recognition, memorials for those we’ve lost, and announcements. Breakfast at the concession will be optional. A covering ceremony for Daddy Stan will also take place. We hope you can make it!

Meow Wolf Excursion from Leather Fiesta 2024

Crown Plaza Hotel -> Santa e

Presenting an exciting opportunity by Leather Fiesta Sponsor Box and Branch Adult Travel Extend your Leather Fiesta enjoyment by adding a visit to Santa Fe's Meow Wolf, offered through the official travel agent of Leather Fiesta 2024, Box & Branch Adult Travel! A Santa Fe original, Meow Wolf is an immersive art and entertainment experience...

NMLL 2024 Holiday Dinner

Rio Bravo Brewing Company 1912 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM

The New Mexico Leather League is very happy to invite you to the 2024 members-only holiday dinner! This year’s dinner will include a provided meal with drinks on your own at the Rio Bravo Brewing Company, located at 1912 2nd St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102. The dinner will take place on December 5th, starting at...

General Membership Meeting and Board Elections

Virtual

General Membership Meeting and Board Elections - January 9th, 2025 at 7 pm Help us get down to the business of running the organization. The team creates, plans, organizes and steps up to do the work that gets events rolling. It takes a kinky village! If you’d like to pitch in please join us.  Right...

Leather Fiesta Volunteer Appreciation Munch

66 Diner 1405 Central Avenue NE, ABQ, United States

Leather Fiesta Volunteer Appreciation Munch Join us to say THANK YOU!  to our Leather Fiesta 2024 event volunteers. All volunteers are invited! All are welcome to join us in thanking our volunteers for their hard work.