Mid America Fists In Action upcoming events

Slick and Shiny (04/18/2026)

Sat, 18 Apr 2026 21:00:00 GMT

This one's personal.

Last June, Chicago lost Thomas Bowers — board member, community tentpole, and the reason so many of us found each other. Thomas had a 4/20 tradition of friends, fisting, and the kind of energy that kept people coming back year after year.

This year we're bringing the family back together to honor him the way he'd want. Clad in rubber, gimped out, and fully present for one another.

Whether you knew Thomas or are just learning his name today, you're welcome here. Come help us celebrate a man who built community with his whole hands and heart.

Rubber, gimp, and drone attire is a beautiful tribute — but never required. Free coat check, cash bar, and limited entry window. Please arrive between 4–5PM.

IML 2026 BLACK HOLE Party Friday & Saturday (05/22/2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 02:00:00 GMT

The Official IML fisting party. The Black Hole parties hosted by MAFIA. Two nights beyond the event horizon.
6525 N Clark, down the stair. 9pm-2am
Discounts available for volunteers.

MAFIA CLUB RUSH @IML (05/23/2026)

Sat, 23 May 2026 20:00:00 GMT

This year’s Club Rush promises to be bigger and louder than last year! Stay tuned for more details.

MAFIA’s July INVASION (07/17/2026)

Sat, 18 Jul 2026 02:00:00 GMT

MAFIA’s July 17 INVASION is taking the whole 3rd floor gym at Steamworks Chicago, 9pm. Bring your own pre-mixed lube, poppers (no drugs or ethyl chloride), and ffun items: limit 5 in a drawstring bag. The other supplies will be there. Volunteers for set up at 8pm and tear down at 1:30am will receive $23 off of a locker or room. Registration closes on July 13.

The Rose for Market Days (08/08/2026)

Sun, 09 Aug 2026 02:00:00 GMT

In observance of Chicago’s second LGBT festival weekend, MAFIA are proud to host our annual Market Days fisting party. Punch it up in our double-wide home space. Complimentary coat check. No alcohol. No drugs. No ethyl chloride.

Join us at the Chicago Rose 6525 N Clark, down the stair: 9pm-2am.
Discount available for current members and volunteers.

FFire in the Hole - October (10/04/2026)

Sun, 04 Oct 2026 21:00:00 GMT

Jackhammer is opening the Hole especially for us! We’ll have an expanded play area, incorporating the play space in the Pit AND the Boiler Room, with FREE clothes check and the bar will be available. Party time is limited, so please arrive between 4-5 PM to join the FFun!

Happy HOLE-A-DAYS from MAFIA (12/27/2026)

Sun, 27 Dec 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Wrap up your year the MAFIA way at our first ever Happy Hole-A-Days celebration! We’re taking over The Hole at Jackhammer on December 27th for a festive afternoon of FFun, fellowship, and filth. This is our thank-you party for the members who keep this community throbbing, active members get in FREE with an OPEN BAR all event long. Non-members are welcome too (regular admission + cash bar). Come warm up the winter chill, reconnect with your FFam, and enjoy one last chance to get your stocking stuffed before the year ends.