Hime Marie Meets Fans at EXXXOTICA Chicago 2026

Dr. Elena Janssen · 2026-04-08

Hey there, let's talk about some exciting news for adult entertainment fans in the Midwest. Adult film star and Chaturbate Ambassador Hime Marie just announced she's heading to the Windy City. She'll be greeting fans at the massive EXXXOTICA Expo in Chicago from April 10th to the 12th, 2026. It's a big deal. EXXXOTICA isn't just any event—it's the largest adult expo in the United States. We're talking over 150 exhibitors and a whole lineup of educational seminars. It's a weekend where the industry comes together, and fans get a rare chance to connect. ### What to Expect at EXXXOTICA Chicago Marie herself is pumped. "I'm really looking forward to seeing everyone in Chicago," she said. She did mention her schedule is "jam packed," but she plans to be moving between the event and the Chaturbate booth throughout the show. For fans, this means a chance to snap a photo with the popular brunette performer and grab some of her exclusive collectible merchandise. Just be aware her specific appearance times are still to be determined. The expo takes over the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Illinois. Here are the show hours if you're planning your trip: - Friday: 5 PM to 11 PM - Saturday: 1 PM to 10 PM - Sunday: 1 PM to 6 PM  ### The Rise of Hime Marie So, who is Hime Marie? Her story is pretty fascinating. She didn't start in front of the camera. Hailing from Albuquerque, New Mexico, she first worked as a makeup artist and esthetician. She took the plunge into webcam modeling in 2016 and found she not only excelled at it but loved it. Her big break came fast on Chaturbate. The platform was so impressed they sponsored her first trip to an adult event—EXXXOTICA Denver. That's where she met a talent agent and entered the professional film world during what she calls "the end of the golden age" of sex work, right before platforms like OnlyFans changed the game again. Her talent was undeniable. The awards and nominations started piling up almost immediately. Think about this for a second: - Nominated for Best New Starlet at the 2019 AVN and XRCO Awards. - Earned a Best Oral Scene nomination at the 2023 Fleshbot Awards. - Grabbed Virtual Reality performance nods at the 2021 and 2022 XBIZ Awards. - More recent nominations include Unsung Siren (2024 XRCO), Best Cam Model (2024 AltStar Awards), and two 2024 Cammy Awards. She was even honored as Chaturbate's Broadcaster of the Year in June 2024. Not bad for someone who started just a few years prior. ### A Modern Performer's Portfolio Marie's career shows how today's top performers build a presence across multiple platforms. Beyond her cam work and feature dancing, which she started in late 2023, she's a force online. She's racked up over 330 million views on her verified Pornhub page and another 525 million on XVideos. That's a level of reach most mainstream influencers would envy. She's also thoughtful about the industry's future. In March 2024, she contributed to an important discussion, speaking with *The Daily Beast* about how performers are fighting back against the rise of AI. And the accolades keep coming—the 2025 and 2026 awards seasons brought nominations for multiple XMAs, AVN Awards, and fan-voted honors. When she's not working, Marie focuses on fitness, fashion design, cooking, travel, and even ballroom dance. It's a full, vibrant life that informs her work. For industry professionals, she's now booking exclusive film projects through OC Modeling. If you're in Chicago that weekend, it's a unique opportunity to meet a defining performer of this era. Just remember to check the official channels for any last-minute schedule updates. It's going to be a busy, exciting weekend for everyone involved.