Nashville Tattoo Arts Festival (2026)
The Nashville Tattoo Arts Festival is a three-day tattoo convention happening from August 14 to August 16, 2026. The specific venue for the 2026 event is to be announced, but it will be located in Nashville, Tennessee. Attendees can watch live tattooing on the convention floor as hundreds of artists from various styles and backgrounds work. The event includes tattoo competitions with categories like best of day and best large scale. Vendor booths sell tattoo aftercare, apparel, and art. Seminars on tattoo history and technique are often part of the schedule. Nashville has a strong tattoo scene with many studios specializing in traditional American, neo-traditional, and blackwork styles. For practical information, tickets are typically sold online in advance and at the door. Parking is available at the venue or in nearby downtown lots. It is advisable to bring cash for tattoos and vendors, though many artists now accept digital payments. Comfortable shoes are recommended for walking the convention floor.
Event Highlights
The Nashville Tattoo Arts Festival is a tattoo convention held in Nashville, Tennessee. The 2026 event is scheduled for August 14, 15, and 16. The specific venue is still to be determined. This event features live tattooing on the convention floor, tattoo competitions, vendor booths selling art and merchandise, and educational seminars. Nashville is a major hub for music and art, with a tattoo community known for its strong traditional American and neo-traditional styles.