Fort Wayne Tattoo Festival
- Dates
- Expected August
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Grand Wayne Convention Center
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Sep 2, 2026
Fort Wayne Tattoo Festival's next dates haven't been announced yet. The last festival was 14 to 16 August 2026 in Fort Wayne, IN. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
Age, licensing and hygiene
Anyone over 18 can get tattooed at the show. You must sign a release form and present a valid ID
What happens on the floor
Pieces go on in the open, start to finish. You can watch, and talk to artists between clients.
Finished and same-day work is judged on stage in named categories, usually late in the day.
Machines, inks, aftercare, art and clothing. Aimed at artists, but open to anyone through the door.
Stage acts between judging: sideshow, suspension and burlesque are common. Worth knowing before you sit down with a child.
Getting tattooed here
Admission gets you through the door, not into a chair. Tattoo work is arranged with the artist, not with the show.
Attendees who want a specific artist should contact that artist directly in advance to book; booking information is usually on the artist's website or Instagram bio
Some artists take clients on a first come, first served walk-up basis; attendees are told to ask at the artist's booth
Who is tattooing
40 artists are listed for this edition, by name only, which is all the organiser publishes.
A to Copen
- Aaron Broke
- Abbie Taylor
- Abigail Cooper
- Adam David
- Alex Bernstein
- Alex Robinson
- Alexandra Kopie
- Alexz Sabin
- Alfredo Diaz
- Allie Barringer
- Alyssa Wilson
- Amanda Miranda
- Amber Bananafish
- Amber Kristina
- Amry Hodle
- Andi Fitzpatrick
- Andi Pruitt
- Andrew Watkins
- Anna Jarvis
- Ant Dienno
- Anthony Card
- April Stead
- Ariel Gilpin
- Arminda Walborn
- Ashley Lancaster
- Austin Denicolo
- Austin Megallon
- Avery Thorpe
- Bankz
- Berlin Rhine
- Bob Howdy
- Boo Tomahawk
- Brad Bodenbender
- Brandon Love
- Brayden Ronning
- Brian Kirsch
- Bryce Moodie
- Cahyle Smith
- Cait Kreft
- Cameron Fagan
Around the tattooing
Also running
- Midwest Wrestling Combat live pro wrestlingFriday 7:15pm, Saturday 6:45pm, Sunday 2:00pm; admission is included with the festival ticket
Hours and the floor
Centrally located in downtown Fort Wayne, within walking distance of hotels, locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, a walking shopping district and public art spaces
Getting there
How do I get to Fort Wayne Tattoo Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Fort Wayne Tattoo Festival. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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Where
Venue
Grand Wayne Convention Center
Camping & Accommodation
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Pricing
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