Bootblack Round Up Registration & Conference Center Info Live!!
Welcome
As a Bootblack-focused event created by and for Bootblacks, Bootblack Round-Up increases visibility within the community, offers a space for Bootblacks to exchange ideas, learn, and build camaraderie, and supports the broader community through fundraising efforts and mutual support.
BBRU will take place from Thursday, October 23, to Sunday, October 26, 2025.
This weekend conference features Bootblacking opportunities, educational classes, parties, games, socials, pool gatherings, a Keynote Dinner, and more.
🖤 A Statement on Consent at Bootblack RoundUp 🖤
At Bootblack RoundUp, consent is foundational, not optional. The stand is a space of trust and connection, and that trust must be honored. Consent must be ongoing and informed. Without it, there is no service. If your boundaries are crossed, speak up. Let’s work together to keep the stand safe.
🖤 2025 BBRU Scholarship Applications Are Now Open!🖤
Are you a bootblack with big dreams? The BBRU Scholarship offers a complimentary weekend pass and a $65 discount at the event to help offset costs, a $200 value!
Apply now using the link below:
https://forms.gle/BFtPdv39FtntM4cm8
Bootblack RoundUp 2025 Keynote Speaker
AJ - International Community Bootblack 2019-
AJ has been an active member of the Leather and Kink community since 2014, with a strong focus on Bootblacking in Central Florida. His journey began with a spark of inspiration at a poolside Bootblack scene during a summer event—an experience that ignited a deep passion and purpose. That passion led to him earning the title of Florida Community Bootblack in both 2016 and 2019, and later, International Community Bootblack in 2019. You’ll find AJ volunteering at all kinds of events—like the Service Oriented Conference, SPLF Bootblacks, Bootblack Jam, and plenty more. Whether he’s behind the stand, helping out fellow Bootblacks, or just lending a hand wherever it’s needed, he’s all about learning, teaching, and giving back to the community he loves. AJ shows up with heart, humor, and shiny boots, and if it smells like Huberd’s and laughter, you’ve probably found him.
Our Host Hotel
Bootblack RoundUp will be held at the Maritime Conference Center in Linthicum Heights, MD
This beautiful campus, located just outside Baltimore, MD, offers classrooms, an on-site dining area, a gym, a pool, and numerous other amenities that make it an ideal location for our event.
Your room booking includes a buffet-style breakfast and dinner, shuttle service, access to the indoor pool and gym, and additional amenities. Please visit the hotel's website for a comprehensive list of services and amenities.
*All meals and snacks are included when you purchase a complete weekend pass and stay at the hotel. Your registration ticket includes lunch and snacks.
Lodging Rates
The following rates are available as part of a BBRU room block. Please book through our link button below or make sure to mention Bootblack RoundUp if you book any other way.
Single Occupancy - $131
Double Occupancy - $158
Triple Occupancy - $195
Quad Occupancy - $232
Weekend Events
Classes
Keynote Dinner
Keynote Dinner
This year we have focused our educational classes into three tracks:
TBD
There will be something of interest for Bootblacks of all skill levels.
Keynote Dinner
Keynote Dinner
Keynote Dinner
A Saturday night dinner with a Keynote speech by TBD.
Keynote Dinner tickets are also available for those without a weekend pass. This is an event you don't want to miss out on.
Shine-Off
Keynote Dinner
Cigar Social & Roundtable
The Shine-Off is a quick, simple test of skill.
Contestants are matched with a Single Corcoran style boot and given 15 minutes to do their best shine. The contestants are judged on the quality of their shine, saturation of color, and more! There will be three Judges.
Sign-up will be held at Registration and Events on Friday.
The Saturday night Shine-Off is open to all!
Cigar Social & Roundtable
Cigar Social & Roundtable
Cigar Social & Roundtable
An outdoor social where you can enjoy a cigar, socialize, and listen to the experiences of bootblacks on a roundtable panel.
A relaxing Saturday night event.
Pool & Pizza Party
Cigar Social & Roundtable
Pool & Pizza Party
What is an event weekend without a big party? Bring your swimsuit and join other attendees in celebrating some playful bootblack joy with a pool party & pizza dinner on Friday night.
Bootblack Olympics
Cigar Social & Roundtable
Pool & Pizza Party
We all love a little healthy competition. At the Bootblack Olympics on Friday Night, you can test your skill at some off-the-wall bootblack challenges. Come prepared to compete & laugh!
Silent Auction
The Carter/Johnson Leather Library & Collection Mid-Atlantic ANNEX Baltimore
Cocktail / Mocktail Parties
A silent auction with items donated by the community. You never know what kind of exciting things you will find on the Auction Tables!
The first $2,000 raised will be donated to our 2025 Beneficiary, TransLifeLine.org, and any funds raised above that level will go towards our 2026 scholarship fund, allowing those with financial need to attend and learn with us.
Cocktail / Mocktail Parties
The Carter/Johnson Leather Library & Collection Mid-Atlantic ANNEX Baltimore
Cocktail / Mocktail Parties
Come check out our cocktail parties, hosted by some Mid-Atlantic clubs and organizations.
Meet people, grab a drink or a snack, and connect with events in the Mid-Atlantic area.
The Carter/Johnson Leather Library & Collection Mid-Atlantic ANNEX Baltimore
The Carter/Johnson Leather Library & Collection Mid-Atlantic ANNEX Baltimore
The Carter/Johnson Leather Library & Collection Mid-Atlantic ANNEX Baltimore
You will want to set aside some time to lose yourself in the energy and history that you will find in the library area. ANNEX Baltimore will be on display throughout the weekend.
You will definitely want to set aside some time to lose yourself in the energy and history that you will find in the library area.