The nation’s largest event celebrating love and sex, kicks off a wild weekend of icons, insanity, and unforgettable experiences April 11–13 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL, launching a yearlong party two decades in the making.
ROSEMONT, Ill. (April 10, 2025) — Twenty years ago, EXXXOTICA opened its doors for the first time in South Beach. Now, it returns to the Windy City to kick off its 20th anniversary year with the largest and boldest event in its history. From April 11–13, the nation’s biggest celebration of love, sex, and everything in between takes over the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont.
EXXXOTICA (exxxoticaexpo.com), presented by MyFreeCams (myfreecams.com), is rolling into 2025 with more than 200 exhibitors, dozens of stage performances, educational seminars, interactive experiences, and over 300 of the adult industry’s top stars, legends, and rising creators.
THE STARS ARE OUT
The lineup is packed with fan favorites, icons, and influencers including Maitland Ward, Alexis Texas, Phoenix Marie, Seka, Gianna Michaels, Jason Luv, Sara Jay, Vicki Chase, Emma Rose, Christy Canyon, Lauren Phillips, Chanel Camryn, Katie Kush, April O’Neil, Kenzie Taylor, and hundreds more. They’ll be signing, meeting fans, and appearing at Spotlight, sponsored by LoyalFans (loyalfans.com ). Additional featured sponsors and exhibitors include TadpoleXXXStudios (tadpolexstudio.com), Skyhawk After Dark, Your Paysite Parter (yourpaysitepartner.com), and many others.
ENTERTAINMENT STAGE HIGHLIGHTS
EXXXOTICA’s Entertainment Stage, sponsored by Chaturbate (chaturbate.com), delivers non-stop performances all weekend from RubberDoll, Christiana Cinn, Stallion Male Revue, and others, alongside feature acts like Vampiress, Tarzan, Aurora Rose, Hera Chicago Cabaret, and the Wiz-O-Mania Cabaret. Signature events include the Ms. EXXXOTICA competition, the Team Texass Twerk Contest hosted by Alexis Texas, and the high-energy Pole Championships. The stage will once again be hosted by EXXXOTICA’s signature duo, emcee J. Randall and DJ Geenius.
KNOWLEDGE IS SEXY
EXXXOTICA’s acclaimed Seminar Series, sponsored by PRO 13 (basisdx.org), features a wide range of programming for every interest and experience level. Hosted by top educators and personalities such as Caitlyn V, Dr. Andreas Kogelnik, Amanda Gesselman, PhD, Kiki D’Aire, Pegstress, Kari Anthony, and Dustin Rybka, topics span everything from sexual wellness and relationship advice to kink, swinging, and getting into the adult industry. Adult film icon Seka will also host a special screening of her documentary and take questions from the audience.
THE DUNGEON EXPERIENCE & COUPLESX
The upgraded Dungeon Experience, sponsored by Bad Dragon (bad-dragon.com), includes an All-Access area with custom-built BDSM furniture, private demos, and expert instruction in a curated setting for those looking to explore safely and privately. A full schedule is available at exxxoticaexpo.com/the-dungeon-experience.
Couples curious about the swinging lifestyle can visit the CouplesX Lifestyle Experience, sponsored by Kasidie (kasidie.com). The space offers guidance, exhibitors, and exclusive meet-ups throughout the weekend.
AFTER DARK: OFFICIAL PARTIES
When the expo floor closes each night, EXXXOTICA’s Official After Parties light up Chicagoland. Catch featured performers like Lauren Phillips, Kenzie Taylor, Christiana Cinn, Ember Snow, Alexis Texas, Brooklyn Chase, Katie Kush, and more at The Admiral Theatre, Rick’s Cabaret, Scores, and The Gold Room. VIP hotel parties include Friday night’s “Truth or Dare” bash with creator and cosplayer Dare Taylor. Full after-party lineup: exxxoticaexpo.com/after-parties.
THE FANNYS RETURN
Saturday night, the red carpet rolls out for the EXXXOTICA Fan Choice Awards — The Fannys. Taking place in the Grand Ballroom, this fan-voted awards show is hosted by Maitland Ward and comedian Usama Siddiquee (“America’s Got Talent”). With live performances, laughs, drinks, and surprises, it’s an unforgettable evening celebrating the best in the business.
Tickets: thefannys.com.
TICKETS AND EVENT INFO
Beat the lines and buy advance tickets now at exxxoticaexpo.com/tickets.
Friday is Ladies Free Friday. It’s the ultimate girls’ night out or a date night to remember. All women get free general admission with advance registration at LadiesFreeFriday.com.
Show Hours:
Friday, April 11 — 5 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Saturday, April 12 — 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. (The Fannys to follow)
Sunday, April 13 — 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.
For More Information:
Website: exxxoticaexpo.com
General inquiries: info@3xevents.com
Media requests: pr@3xevents.com
Exhibitor/sponsor info: exxxoticaexpo.com/exhibit
