THE GREAT BRITISH TATTOO SHOW
26th-27th May 2018
Over 300 of the world’s greatest tattoo artists will be flocking to Alexandra Palace, London, on the 26th – 27th May 2018 dominating The Great Hall with some serious tattoo talent. Brought to you by the team behind Skin Deep Magazine and four conventions, they know how to create a fantastic atmosphere!
BRISTOL TATTOO CONVENTION
9th-10th June 2018
Bristol holds a very special place in the history of English tattooing, Les Skuse, founder of the Bristol Tattoo Club held the UKs very first tattoo convention here in Bristol in the 1950’s.
Unlike many other UK Tattoo Conventions, the sole focus of Bristol Tattoo Convention is tattooing, they do not have live entertainment at the show, there will be a variety of traders selling prints, paintings, clothing and jewelry and they will also have an art galley.
TITANIC INTERNATIONAL TATTOO CONVENTION
27th-29th July 2018
The 5th Titanic International Tattoo Convention will be held again in the iconic Titanic Museum, Titanic Quarter, Belfast, 27th – 29th July 2018. They will have 85 world class artists flying in from around the globe to tattoo you lovely people in the grand ballroom all weekend. The talent present at this convention is second to none and will be one of the best chances to get a piece by some of these artists. So if you’re after something new, be sure to check out their incredible line-up!
THE LONDON TATTOO CONVENTION
28th-30th September 2018
One of the most conveyed and iconic tattoo conventions in the world.
Getting an invite to this convention is as good as a gold stamp on your tattooing career! Only the cream of the crop from the tattoo industry are given the honour of an invite here. The worlds best artists under one roof for a weekend, incredible live-art and performances. If you’re planning on attending a convention this year, this has to be one of the top!
MONTREAL TATTOO EXPO
25-27 May
May sees the return of the Montreal Tattoo Expo with the North American event sure to be a sell-out. The beautiful city will host the world’s finest artists for a weekend full of ink, fun, and poutine. It’s a huge event in the American tattoo calendar, well worth the trip.
KIELCE TATTOO EXPO
29-30 September
Featuring over 200 artists, live music, contests and kid-friendly areas, the Kielce Tattoo Expo 2018 is setting up to be one of the most fun, friendly events of the year. One of a busy lineup in the Polish convention circuit, the Kielce event will host some of the countries finest artists, as well as artists from around the world.
SHANGHAI TATTOO EXTREME & BODY ART EXPO
24-26 August
The last weekend in August sees the Shanghai International Fashion Centre hosting one of Asia’s premier tattoo events. Artists from around the world will be piling into the city to create stunning art, compete for the top prizes, and showcase their talents for the eyes of everyone in attendance.