
The Caen Tattoo Festival #1 is a new three-day tattoo convention happening from Friday, October 23 to Sunday, October 25, 2026. This is the first edition of the event. It takes place at Caen Exhibition Park (Parc des Expositions de Caen) in Normandy, France. The event has over 450 tattoo artists from France and other countries. Attendees can watch live tattooing, browse vendor booths for apparel and aftercare products, and see tattoo competitions. There are also artistic performances and exhibitions planned. Normandy has a growing tattoo scene with artists specializing in styles like fine-line and blackwork. The venue has parking available. Tickets are sold at the door. The city center of Caen has several hotels within a short driving distance. It is a good idea to bring cash for tattoos and vendors, and to eat before arriving as food options may be limited.
The Caen Tattoo Festival #1 is the inaugural edition of a new tattoo convention in Normandy, France. It is scheduled for October 23, 24, and 25, 2026. The event is held at the Caen Exhibition Park. This convention features live tattooing from over 450 artists, tattoo competitions, vendor booths selling merchandise, and artistic performances. The event supports the growing tattoo community in Normandy, a region known for its port cities and artists who often work in fine-line and illustrative styles.
The event is from October 23 to October 25, 2026. It is held at the Caen Exhibition Park (Parc des Expositions de Caen) in Caen, France. The venue is located on the outskirts of the city.
Attendees can watch over 450 artists doing live tattooing on the convention floor. There are scheduled tattoo competitions, vendor booths selling art and apparel, and artistic performances. Exhibitions of tattoo art are also part of the event.
Tickets are available for purchase at the door on the days of the event. The organizers have not announced online ticket sales or pre-sale options. Check the event's social media pages for any updates on ticketing.
Bring cash for transactions with artists and vendors, as not all may accept cards. Eat before you arrive, as food options inside may be limited. Expect a crowded environment with loud music and a lot of walking.