Vale Ink Tattoo Festival (2026)

The Vale Ink Tattoo Festival is a three-day tattoo convention scheduled for August 21-23, 2026. While the specific venue is to be announced, the event is confirmed to be in the Vale do Anhangabaú area of São Paulo, Brazil. São Paulo has one of the most diverse tattoo scenes in South America, known for artists specializing in everything from fine-line blackwork to bold Brazilian tribal styles. Attendees can expect the main hall to be filled with artist booths offering live tattooing. There are typically tattoo competitions held each day for categories like best portrait, best black and grey, and best of day. A separate area is dedicated to vendors selling aftercare products, apparel, and tattoo machinery. Some conventions in the region also host educational seminars on topics like hygiene and technique. Past events have included afterparties at local bars. Tickets are usually sold as single-day or full-weekend passes. It is advisable to book accommodation early, as the event is in a central downtown location. The convention is in its fifth edition, having grown from a smaller local gathering to a significant event on the Brazilian tattoo calendar.