International Brugge Tattoo Convention 2026
The International Brugge Tattoo Convention takes place from Friday, September 25 to Sunday, September 27, 2026 at the Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre (BMCC). This is a free entrance event. Attendees can watch live tattooing throughout the weekend as artists work on clients. There are tattoo competitions with categories like best of day and specific styles. The event has vendor booths selling tattoo aftercare, clothing, and art. Seminars on tattoo techniques and history are scheduled. Bruges has a growing tattoo scene with several studios specializing in fine line and blackwork, influenced by the city's detailed artistic history. The convention center is in central Bruges. Public transport and paid parking are available nearby. The event hours are Friday 12:00 to 19:00, Saturday 10:00 to 19:00, and Sunday 10:00 to 18:00.
Event Highlights
The International Brugge Tattoo Convention 2026 is a three-day tattoo convention held from September 25 to September 27, 2026. It is located at the Bruges Meeting & Convention Centre (BMCC) in Bruges, Belgium. This event features live tattooing on the floor, daily tattoo competitions, and vendor booths selling art and merchandise. It is a free entrance event. Bruges has a developing tattoo culture with a number of studios that draw inspiration from the city's historic and detailed aesthetic, making it a fitting location for a convention focused on art.