2024 SEATTLE TATTOO EXPO

Start: Friday, August 16, 2024 2:00PM
End: Sunday, August 18, 2024 8:00PM

The complete entertainment lineup has been announced for the 2024 Seattle Tattoo Expo, featuring over 250 top-tier tattoo artists, captivating burlesque performances, tattoo contests, DJ sets, and the return of BurlesKaraoke. Featuring Omar Edmison (founder of All American Tattoo) as returning Emcee, the 2024 Seattle Tattoo Expo makes it possible for people of the region to gain access to the very best tattoo artists from around the world right in their backyard for one weekend only. Seattle Tattoo Expo is August 16-18, 2024 at Seattle Center’s Exhibition Hall - tickets are on sale now at SeattleTattooExpo.com. FEATURED TATTOO ARTISTS Seattle Tattoo Expo is proud to feature the best of the best in local and traveling tattoo artists including: Shawn Barber (Memoir Tattoo, Los Angeles); a tattoo artist since 2006, known for his illustrative tattoo styles. VyVyn Lazonga (Madame Lazonga's Tattoo, Seattle); also known as “Seattle’s First Lady of Tattoo,” VyVyn has been considered an icon in the realms of tattoo artistry since 1972. Jack Rudy, an American tattoo artist notable for his reinvention of the 'Black and Gray' style of tattooing, realistic portraits, and single-needle use. Tony Hundahl (Rock of Ages Tattooing, Austin); Tattooing professionally since 1998, focused on bold imagery based in traditional western and Japanese styles. Big Gus, of the hit TV show Tattoo Nightmares and Collective Ink Gallery. HOW TO BOOK A TATTOO ARTIST Each artist at the Seattle Tattoo Expo books their own appointments for the event. Some artists will be taking walk-up appointments as well throughout the weekend. We recommend looking at our Artist page and if there is an artist you are interested in booking with - reach out to the artist or shop directly to pre-book where possible. TATTOO CONTESTS Show off your body art or discover hidden gems during daily tattoo contests! Judged by a 3-person panel of tattoo artists, prizes will be awarded to categories including Portrait, Funniest, Sleeve, and the illustrious Best in Show, awarded to tattoos initiated and completed during the Expo. FEATURED BURLESQUE PERFORMERS Prepare to be enchanted by the annual Tattoo Expo Burlesque Revue, showcasing the dazzling talents of Seattle's own: Carson St. Clair Faggedy Randy INGA J Von Stratton Jessabelle Thunder P. No Noire Ruby Mimosa Valerie Veils BURLESKARAOKE Returning by popular demand for 2024 - you sing, they tease! Hosted by the incredible Ruby Mimosa, BurlesKaraoke is an interactive event that combines the fun of karaoke and the excitement of burlesque. Sing your heart out alongside award-winning burlesque performers and experience the thrill of improvisational performance art. FEATURED DJs Groove to the infectious mixes of DJs Baby Van Beezly and Deejay Hershe, who will keep the spirits high throughout the weekend. Grooving with a mix of lounge, soul, funk, and worldly beats, Deejay Hershe will make you move to the heart-thumping rhythms of house, hip-hop, afrobeats, ama piano, and disco. But her mission goes beyond the dance floor – she's here to honor marginalized voices and spread joy through the power of funky music. With over a decade of experience, DJ Baby Van Beezly is a seasoned turntablist and masterful mixer, renowned for her infectious energy and ability to ignite any dance floor. Her unparalleled hype girl vibes create an atmosphere where guests can let loose and fully immerse themselves in the music. FEATURED FOOD AND BEVERAGE A diverse array of food and beverage vendors will be on-site to keep you fueled throughout the weekend: Badger Coffee Dumpling Tzar Monster Dogs Thai-u-up ABOUT SEATTLE TATTOO EXPO The Seattle Tattoo Expo was created with the primary goal of showcasing new talent, welcoming existing fan favorite artists, and providing enthusiasts with a gathering place to share their love for this historical art form. Over the years, the Expo has exposed Seattleites to hundreds of artists from around the world and thousands of people have come out to soak it all up since its first iteration. Get tickets to the 2024 Seattle Tattoo Expo at SeattleTattooExpo.com.