Ouistreham Tattoo Convention #1 (2026)

The Ouistreham Tattoo Convention #1 is a two-day tattoo event taking place May 23-24, 2026. The convention is at Grange aux dîmes in Ouistreham, a port town in the Calvados department of Normandy, France. This is the first edition of the convention. The event brings together tattoo artists, vendors, and collectors in a historic venue. Grange aux dîmes is a former tithe barn that now hosts cultural events. The stone building provides space for artist booths and live tattooing. Attendees can watch live tattooing sessions and book appointments with artists. Vendor booths sell tattoo equipment, aftercare products, and art prints. The convention floor has space for artists to display portfolios and consult with clients. Some artists take walk-ups while others work from pre-booked appointments. The event may include tattoo contests judged by attending artists. Ouistreham sits at the mouth of the Canal de Caen à la Mer, near the D-Day landing beaches. The town has ferry connections to Portsmouth and a casino on the waterfront. The local tattoo scene connects to Normandy's maritime history and military heritage. Many artists in the region specialize in traditional and nautical designs. The convention runs Saturday and Sunday. Doors open in the morning and close in the evening. Parking is available near the venue on local streets or lots. Hotels are in Ouistreham and nearby Caen, which is 15 minutes away by car. The area has bed and breakfasts and chain hotels near the ferry terminal. Attendees should bring photo ID, payment methods, and comfortable shoes. Cash is useful for deposits at artist booths. Wear layers as stone buildings can be cool in May. Bring reference images if booking a tattoo. This event is smaller than major city conventions. The intimate setting allows direct conversation with artists. First-time tattoo collectors can browse portfolios without crowds. Experienced collectors can book sessions with specific artists traveling to the region. Check social media or local tattoo shops for ticket information and the artist lineup. The convention draws from the Normandy region and nearby departments like Manche and Orne.