Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo

Motor City Tattoo Expo #30

Dates
Mar 6–8, 2026
Venue
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
Location
Detroit, Michigan, United States

About this edition

Marking its momentous 30th year, the Motor City Tattoo Expo has undergone remarkable growth since its establishment in 1996. What began as a modest local event has matured into a leading annual gathering, widely acknowledged as one of the largest and most prominent tattoo conventions nationwide. It continuously expands in both appeal and scale, drawing a passionate worldwide community of artists and aficionados each year. For this landmark occasion in 2026, the expo proudly showcases a stellar roster of more than 300 distinguished tattoo artists, representing diverse corners of the globe. The Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center, the convention's consistent host for over 20 years, will once again see its spacious ballroom completely occupied for this special three-day weekend, from March 6th to March 8th. This dynamic event provides an ideal setting for both experienced collectors and newcomers alike to explore the vibrant realm of tattoo artistry. Visitors can explore a broad selection of unique merchandise from various vendors, enjoy spirited live performances, engage in educational tattoo seminars, observe thrilling tattoo competitions, and access a handy cash bar.

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Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo
11/14/2026

Event details

Dates
Mar 6–8, 2026
Venue
Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center
Location
Detroit, Michigan, United States
Address
400 Renaissance Center,, Detroit, Michigan, 48243

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Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo in Detroit, year by year.

  1. Feb 28–Mar 2, 2025

    29th Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

  2. Mar 1–3, 2024

    28th Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

  3. Mar 3–5, 2023

    27th Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

  4. Mar 4–6, 2022

    26th Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

  5. Feb 28–Mar 1, 2020

    25th Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo · Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center

Annual Motor City Tattoo Expo

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Mar 1–3, 1996

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Royce Hotel Detroit Metro Airport · United States

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