The world’s largest tattoo convention tour returns to Tampa for the annual Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival in October 2023. Get Tattooed by some of the best local, national, or international tattoo artists. There will be vendors with every supply a tattoo professional could need as well as vendors geared toward the tattoo enthusiast, with everything from jewelry, clothing, and artwork.

See great sideshow entertainment and live human suspension to round out an amazing weekend of fun. Come get tattooed by some of the world’s best artists, shop for unique vendors, or check out Sideshow entertainment! This event is family friendly and has something for everyone!

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How to Attend Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival

Tattoo Arts Festival Info

Where:

Tampa Convention Center
333 S. Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602

When:

Friday, October 20 from 2:00 pm- 11:00 pm
Saturday, October 21 from 11:00 am- 11:00 pm
Sunday, October 22 from 11:00 am- 8:00 pm

Special Appearances

The Tattoo Arts Festival will feature over 100 of the country’s best tattoo artists and vendors. Visit their site for a complete lineup and description of each.

There will also be several special guests on hand. The current lineup includes:

• Black Ink from VH1
• Kyle Dunbar from Ink Master Season 3 and 4
• Big Gus from Tattoo Nightmares
• Holli Marie from Ink Master season 12 and 14
• Trocon Talhouk from VH1
• Big Jazz from Ink Master Season 12
• Charles Whitfield from VH1
• Aaron Is from Ink Master Season 5 and 9
• Lizzy Michelle from Ink Master Season 10
• Mark Longenecker from Ink Master Season 5
• Tim Lease from Ink Master Season 12
• Caroline Evans from Ink Master Season 5
• Al Fliction and Team Fliction
• Penny Boy Tatoo from Italy

Schedule of Events

Tattoo Contests

There will be a $10 entry fee per contest. First, second, and third place trophies will be awarded as well as plaques for the artist. First, second, third, fourth and fifth place trophies will be awarded as well as plaques for the artist.

A list of all the entries can be found here.

Friday, October 20

Judging begins at 10:00 pm

Saturday, October 21

Judging begins at 5:00 pm and 10:00 pm

Saturday, October 22

Judging begins at 5:00 pm and 7:00 pm

Entertainment 

Friday, October 20

2:00 pm Show Open
5:30 pm The Daredevil from Down Under Alakazam
6:30 pm Ringling Brother’s star James Maltman
7:30 pm America’s Got Talent stars Captain and Maybelle
8:30 pm Verona Fink Burlesque Sideshow
9:00 pm Suspension
10:00 pm Tattoo of the Day
11:00 pm Show Close

Saturday, October 21

11:00 pm Show Open
1:30 pmThe Daredevil from Down Under Alakazam
2:30 pm Ringling Brother’s star James Maltman
3:30 pm America’s Got Talent stars Captain and Maybelle
5:00 pm Tattoo Contests
7:00 pm The Daredevil from Down Under Alakazam
7:45 pm Ringling Brother’s star James Maltman
8:30 pm America’s Got Talent stars Captain and Maybelle Sideshow
9:15 pm Verona Fink Burlesque Sideshow
9:30 pm Suspension
10:00 pm Tattoo of the Day
11:00 pm Show Close

Sunday, October 22

11:00 pm Show Open
12:00 pm Children’s costume contest
12:30 pm Adult costume contest
1:00 pm Mankini Contest
1:30 pm The Daredevil from Down Under Alakazam
2:30 pm Ringling Brother’s star James Maltman
3:30 pm America’s Got Talent stars Captain and Maybelle
5:00 pm Tattoo Contests
7:00 pm Tattoo of the Day and Best of Show
8:00 pm Show Close

Seminars

Seminars are still TBD., Please check back as we will update as soon as they are announced.

Official After Parties

There will be three after hours parties in conjunction with the convention. Parties will go from 11:00 pm until close. There will be drink specials and no cover all three nights.

• Thursday, October 19 – The Reservoir Bar
• Friday, October 20 – The Castle
• Saturday, October 21 – The Catacombs

Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival 2023 Tickets

Tickets are available online and can be purchased here. Ticket prices apply to all ages.

Day Pass – $25
Weekend Pass – $50

Parking for Tampa Tattoo Arts Festival 2023

Parking at Tampa Convention Center is convenient and easily accessible with ample on-site parking options available for event attendees and visitors. There are multiple parking lots and garages nearby.

Parking Garages and Lots

• TCC Garage: 141 E. Brorein Street, 454 total spaces, 2 Electric Vehicle Charging Stations,Event Rate: $5.00 to $50.00
• Pam Iorio Garage: 301 Channelside Drive, 790 total spaces, 2 electric vehicle charging stations, Event Rate: $5.00 to $50.00
• Fort Brooke Garage: 107 N. Franklin Street, 556 hourly spaces, $5.00 to $50.00
• Selmon Expressway West Parking Lot: 107 N. Franklin Street, 556 hourly spaces, $5.00 to $50.00
• William F. Poe Garage: 802 N. Ashley Drive, 932 total spaces, $5.00 to $50.00

Traveling from Out of Town?

The Westin Tampa Waterside has a special rate for convention guests. Book online here.

725 South Harbour Island Blvd.
Tampa, FL 33602

Most hotels in the area will be within walking distance or a short drive to the Convention Center. For a complete list of directions from each hotel, please visit the Convention Center’s website at: https://www.tampa.gov/tcc