The Famil’Ink Tattoo Convention

The Famil’Ink Tattoo Convention is a three-day tattoo event scheduled for May 22-24, 2026 at Perwex in Perwez, Belgium. The convention gathers tattoo artists, collectors, and suppliers for a weekend focused on live tattooing and floor trading. Perwez is a municipality in the province of Walloon Brabant, located roughly 30 kilometers southeast of Brussels. The event takes place at Perwex, a local venue that converts into a convention hall for the weekend, housing multiple tattoo stations and vendor booths. Unlike larger city conventions, this event maintains a regional focus while drawing visitors from across Belgium and neighboring France and the Netherlands. The weekend centers on live tattooing. Artists set up booths where they work on pre-booked clients and accept walk-ups depending on availability. The vendor floor includes stations for tattoo equipment, ink, needles, and aftercare products. Several artists specialize in styles common to the region, including black and grey realism, traditional European work, and neo-traditional designs. Belgium’s tattoo culture has deep roots in both French and Dutch traditions, with Brussels and Antwerp serving as historical centers for the trade. Events in smaller towns like Perwez provide access to artists who typically work in private studios across the Walloon region. The convention runs Friday through Sunday. Friday often features a softer opening with fewer crowds, making it ideal for viewing portfolios and speaking with artists. Saturday brings the busiest traffic and most competition entries if contests are scheduled. Sunday offers final opportunities for bookings and often includes discounted merchandise from vendors packing up stock. Visitors should bring government-issued photo identification, as entry requires proof of age 18 or older. Cash remains practical for small purchases and deposits, though most vendors accept credit cards. Wear comfortable footwear; convention floors are concrete and require hours of standing or walking. Bring a water bottle, as venue prices are typically high. Parking exists on-site at Perwex but is limited. Arrive early to secure a spot. Accommodation options in Perwez itself are sparse; most attendees book hotels in nearby Namur or Wavre, or stay in Brussels and commute by car or train. The Perwez train station connects to Brussels-Midi in approximately 45 minutes. Ticket details and specific guest announcements are not listed on a central website. Search for the event name on Facebook or Instagram, or contact Perwex directly, for current admission prices and availability.