Long Beach Tattoo Arts Festival
- Dates
- 2026
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- To be announced
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Sep 2, 2026
Long Beach Tattoo Arts Festival returns to Long Beach, CA, 2026. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
Age, licensing and hygiene
At our festivals you must be 18 or older, with a valid government-issued photo ID. No exceptions. This is a legal requirement, and we strictly enforce it. Our shows are all ages; kids under 12 are free
The experience
What people love
Press and attendee coverage of the 2026 edition described a large tattoo festival with hundreds of artists and a strong turnout, held at the Long Beach Convention Center
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.
Booking is handled directly with each artist via their social media, website, or the event's Master Directory/Event Page; artists reply with availability, pricing and deposit requirements (Villain Arts brand-wide FAQ)
Many artists leave time for walk-up tattoos, especially smaller pieces, while others book up in advance; larger or specific requests are best arranged ahead of time (Villain Arts brand-wide FAQ)
Who is tattooing
No artist roster has been published for this edition, so there is no way to pick an artist in advance from the official pages.
What it costs
Admission is the only price the show sets. Tattoo prices vary by artist, size and detail; organizer's rough guide: small tattoos $100-$300, medium pieces $300-$800, large or detailed work $1,000+. A show minimum of $100 per tattoo is enforced. Villain Arts brand-wide FAQ, not Long Beach-specific pricing.
Ticket price does not cover tattoos, piercings or merchandise, which are paid separately to the artist or vendor
The market and the food
The organizer's booth-holder terms exclude food and beverage vendors from its standard vendor booth program; no on-site food details were found for this show
Getting there
How do I get to Long Beach Tattoo Arts Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Long Beach Tattoo Arts 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
Camping & Accommodation
No camping or lodging details for Long Beach Tattoo Arts Festival yet.
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Accessibility & comfort
What the organiser or venue publishes about getting around, and what they do not.
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Pricing
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