Temuco Tattoo Fest #4

Temuco Tattoo Fest #4 is a three-day tattoo convention running January 23 to January 25, 2026, at the Museo Nacional Ferroviario Pablo Neruda in Temuco, Chile. This is the fourth edition of the event, which has established itself as a fixed point in the southern Chile tattoo calendar. The convention brings together local artists and international guests to work in a shared space over the weekend. The convention takes place inside the railway museum halls, a venue that provides open floor space for tattoo stations and vendor booths. Attendees can watch live tattooing throughout the weekend as artists from across Chile and neighboring countries work on scheduled appointments and walk-up pieces. The floor plan typically includes areas for blackwork, color realism, traditional, and neo-traditional styles, reflecting the current preferences in Chilean tattoo culture. The event includes tattoo competitions with categories for different styles and experience levels. Judges evaluate work based on technical execution and design quality. Vendors sell tattoo supplies, aftercare products, and related merchandise. Food vendors are usually available on-site or nearby given the museum location. Temuco sits in the Araucanía Region, about 600 kilometers south of Santiago. The city has a growing tattoo scene that bridges the gap between the capital's dense artist population and the more remote southern regions. Local shops in the city center have built steady client bases, and this convention draws collectors from Concepción, Valdivia, and other surrounding cities. Tickets are available at the entrance or through the event's social media channels in advance. The museum has parking available, though spaces fill quickly on Saturday. Several hotels are within walking distance in downtown Temuco, including options near the Plaza de Armas. Attendees should bring cash for deposits and smaller vendors, though many artists accept cards for full sessions.