Hell City Tattoo Festival - Phoenix
- Dates
- Aug 20 to 22, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 14, 2026
Hell City Tattoo Festival - Phoenix returns to Phoenix, AZ, Aug 20 to 22, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
Age, licensing and hygiene
Attendees must be 18 or older to get tattooed, must sign a release form, and must present a valid ID. All tattoo artists must verify age and have a signed release form before starting any tattoo procedure
The official FAQ recommends: remove the bandage after 2 to 5 hours, always wash hands before touching the new tattoo, wash the tattoo 2 to 3 times daily with antibacterial soap, rinse and pat dry with a clean towel, allow 20 to 30 minutes to air dry before applying a thin layer of unscented lotion, clean and moisturize 3 to 5 times daily for 2 weeks, avoid picking at scabs, wear clean loose clothing, avoid soaking in water, pools or hot tubs, keep out of the sun, and apply SPF 30-50 sunscreen during prolonged sun exposure
No fighting or obnoxious behavior is permitted; violators may be arrested and removed from the premises without refund. Hell City reserves the right to deny entrance or expel any attendee at its discretion, without refund
The experience
What's special
Hell City describes itself as America's Favorite Tattoo Fest and a celebration of body art and the education of tattooing and other forms of body modification, hosting over 200 to over 250 of the world's best tattoo artists, vendors, live painters and industry professionals under one roof. Beyond tattooing, the weekend includes tattoo competitions, live burlesque, live painting, an Art Fusion Experiment, a tattoo Battle Booth, and a Fine Art Gallery
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.
Getting tattooed here
Admission gets you through the door, not into a chair. Tattoo work is arranged with the artist, not with the show.
Artist names on the official site link to each artist's site or studio to schedule appointments; booking early with a preferred artist is recommended
Who is tattooing
40 artists are listed for this edition, by name only, which is all the organiser publishes.
A to Copen
- Adam Zgorliski
- Alexandra Fische
- Anthony Williams
- BoneHead
- Bri Walker
- Brittney McAlister
- Caitlyn Campbell
- Carly Zehring
- Chynna El-Ayazra
- Connor Foley
D to Fopen
- Daniel Redding
- David Gottschalk
- Devon Achimon
- Dustie Pitstick
G to Jopen
- Gabrielle Soucie
- Ghost Ham
- Hale Castorena
- Jacob Sheffield
- Jake Snoddy
- Jeremiah Barba
- Jessica Canvas
- Jonathon Anderson
- Justin Leifeste
K to Mopen
- Kara Gutierrez
- Kayla Hill
- Larry Kugler
- Mario Guerrero
- Mitch Bonifay
N to Ropen
- Noah Diffenderfer
- Oak Adams
- Paul Booth
S to Zopen
- Sam Dustin
- Sean Foy
- Stacy Claprodt
- Tattoo Tourist
- Tony Kelly
- Wade Titus
- Zach Ashton
- Zack Havoc
- Zak Perry
Contests and judging
7 categories are judged across the weekend. Judging pulls the whole floor to the stage, so it is the best hour of the day to watch even if you are not entering.
- Best Asian Tattoo
- Best New School
- Best Bio / Organic / Geometric
- Best Skull Tattoo (Color or B&G)
- Best Neo Traditional
- Battle Booth Winner
- Tattoo Of The Day
How entries work
Entry $20 per category, non-refundable per piece.
8 categories are judged across the weekend. Judging pulls the whole floor to the stage, so it is the best hour of the day to watch even if you are not entering.
- Best Small Color
- Best Small Black & Grey
- Best Traditional
- Best Arm / Leg Sleeve
- Best Back Piece / Chest Panel
- Worst Tattoo
- Battle Booth Winner
- Tattoo Of The Day
How entries work
Entry $20 per category, non-refundable; Worst Tattoo is free to enter per piece.
8 categories are judged across the weekend. Judging pulls the whole floor to the stage, so it is the best hour of the day to watch even if you are not entering.
- Best Large Color
- Best Large Black & Grey (includes tribal)
- Best Portrait / Realism (color & b&g)
- Best Overall Collector, Male & Female
- Best Wet Painter
- Battle Booth Winner
- Tattoo of the Day Contest
- Best of Show
How entries work
Entry $20 per category, non-refundable per piece.
Around the tattooing
Also running
- Wet Paint live painting performance
- Art Fusion Experiment
- Evil Easels Color Pastel Contest
- Tattoo Battle Booth
- Live BurlesqueMultiple performances each evening on the HC Main Stage, including Debauchery Productions Dance Troupe, Cherry Chausie, Liryc & Clair De Lune, Steph Sphinx, Dahlia De La Nuit, and Ivy & Ryan Vex
What it costs
Admission is the only price the show sets. Convention admission is separate from booking and paying an artist for a tattoo; attendees pay the artist's minimum after the stencil is applied at the show.
Admissions is cash only on the day of the show. Pre-sale tickets can be purchased through the Hell City online store or PayPal and picked up with photo ID at Will Call; presale tickets are not shipped
Hours and the floor
Laid out as Ballroom (main artist and vendor floor), HC Main Stage, Fine Art Gallery and Paradise Pool (artist meet and greet pool party).
Professional cameras are not allowed without a press pass, which is available only to TV, radio, newspaper and industry magazine press
Getting there
How do I get to Hell City Tattoo Festival, Phoenix?
By car
Most people drive to Hell City Tattoo Festival, Phoenix. 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
Arizona Biltmore Resort & Spa
Camping & Accommodation
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
The festival is described as a family friendly environment open to the public with all welcome. Kids 10 and under get in free (not including infants, who must be carried, not in strollers). Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Attendees must be 18 or older to get tattooed, and must sign a release form and present a valid ID; artists must verify age and have a signed release form before tattooing
Confirm your specific needs with the organiser's access team before you travel.
Pricing
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