Wildwood Tattoo Beach Bash #16

The Wildwood Tattoo Beach Bash #16 is a three-day tattoo convention scheduled for August 7-9, 2026. While the exact venue is to be announced, this event has a long history of taking place in Wildwood, New Jersey. Attendees can expect a large convention floor filled with artist booths where live tattooing happens throughout the weekend. There are typically tattoo competitions with categories like best of day and best large scale. Vendor booths sell aftercare products, apparel, and tattoo equipment. Some conventions in the area also host seminars on tattoo history or techniques. Wildwood is a classic Jersey Shore beach town, and its boardwalk culture has a strong connection to American traditional tattooing. This is the sixteenth edition of this event. For practical information, tickets are usually sold at the door as single-day or weekend passes. Wildwood has many hotels within walking distance of the boardwalk area where events are commonly held. Attendees should bring cash for tattoos and vendors, a valid ID, and wear comfortable clothing. The city's tattoo scene is known for its bold, traditional styles that reflect its nautical and boardwalk history.