Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo

Motor City Tattoo Expo #30

Upcoming
Mar 6-8, 2026 Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center US flag Detroit, Michigan, United States

About this edition

Celebrating its 30th anniversary, the Motor City Tattoo Expo has evolved dramatically since its humble 1996 inception. What began as a modest gathering has transformed into a premier annual event, widely recognized as one of the country's largest and most significant tattoo conventions. It consistently expands in popularity and size, attracting a dedicated community of enthusiasts and professionals from around the globe year after year. By 2026, this milestone year, the expo proudly features an exceptional lineup of over 300 acclaimed tattoo artists hailing from across the world. For more than two decades, the Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center has been the convention's steadfast home, and for this special weekend, its expansive ballroom will once again be filled to capacity. This vibrant event offers a perfect opportunity for both seasoned collectors and the simply curious to immerse themselves firsthand in the rich world of tattoo art. Attendees can browse a wide array of vendors showcasing unique merchandise, enjoy live entertainment, participate in insightful tattoo seminars, witness competitive tattoo contests, and utilize a convenient cash bar.

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