17th Chicago Tattoo Arts Convention

Welcome to the 17th annual Chicago Tattoo Arts Festival, taking over the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont on March 19–21, 2027.

Presented by Villain Arts, the festival brings professional tattoo artists together for a full weekend of live tattooing and creative discovery.

Meet artists, explore different styles and techniques, and connect with the right professional for your next tattoo.

The festival is open from 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM on Friday, 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on Saturday and 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM on Sunday.

Admission is $25 for one day or $50 for a three-day pass, and children under 12 enter free.

Three days of tattoo art and community in the Chicago area.