
The Amarillo Tattoo Expo #7 is a four-day tattoo convention taking place January 8 through January 11, 2026 at the Ashmore Inn & Suites in Amarillo, Texas. This is the seventh edition of the event, which has established itself as a fixture in the Texas Panhandle tattoo community. The event fills the Ashmore Inn's event spaces with tattoo artists working live on the convention floor. Attendees can walk the aisles to watch tattoos in progress, browse vendor booths selling equipment and supplies, and talk directly with artists about booking future work. The expo typically includes tattoo contests across multiple categories, flash sales, and opportunities to get tattooed by traveling artists who do not normally work in the Amarillo area. Amarillo sits in the Texas Panhandle, a region with strong ties to military culture, ranching history, and Route 66 heritage. The local tattoo scene reflects these influences, with heavy representation of traditional American, military, and Western imagery. The expo brings together local shops like those along Amarillo Boulevard and Interstate 40 with guest artists from Dallas, Houston, Albuquerque, and beyond. The Ashmore Inn & Suites provides on-site parking and is located near Interstate 40, making it accessible from downtown Amarillo and the Rick Husband Amarillo International Airport. Several hotels are within walking distance or short drives along Paramount Boulevard and Canyon Drive for attendees traveling from out of town. Tickets are available through the official website. Single-day passes and full-weekend passes are typically offered. The venue allows cameras, and attendees often bring reference materials if planning to get tattooed. Cash is recommended for tips and some vendor transactions, though many artists accept cards.
Amarillo Tattoo Expo #7 is a four-day tattoo convention running January 8 to January 11, 2026 at the Ashmore Inn & Suites in Amarillo, Texas, United States. The event features live tattooing, artist booths, equipment vendors, and tattoo competitions. This is the seventh edition of the expo, which draws local Amarillo artists and traveling tattooers from across Texas and neighboring states. Amarillo's tattoo culture is rooted in the Texas Panhandle's military and ranching history, with strong traditions in American traditional and Western tattoo styles. Attendees can watch tattoos being done, book appointments with guest artists, and browse supplies.
The event runs January 8-11, 2026 at the Ashmore Inn & Suites in Amarillo, Texas. The venue is located near Interstate 40 with parking available on-site.
The expo includes live tattooing on the convention floor, vendor booths selling equipment and supplies, tattoo contests in various categories, and opportunities to book appointments with guest artists from outside the Amarillo area.
Tickets are available through the official website at https://www.inkmasterstattooshow.com/. The site offers single-day and multi-day pass options.
Bring a valid ID, cash for tips and vendors, and reference images if you plan to get tattooed. The venue allows cameras, and comfortable shoes are recommended for walking the convention floor.
Yes. The Amarillo Tattoo Expo is smaller than major city conventions, making it manageable for first-timers. The atmosphere is casual, and artists are available to discuss designs and answer questions about the tattoo process.