A Tattoo Show
Like No Other

Inkslingers Tattoo Show is a new and fresh Houston based tattoo expo showcasing the best of the best artists. This is truly an artist show without politics, making sure we take care of both the artist and client. This show is a highly energetic experience like no other. The Houston Tattoo culture is a whole vibe you don’t want to miss.

Picture showcasing the success of previous events

April 10th - 12th, 2026

POST Houston

401 Franklin St.

Houston, Tx. 77002

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Ticket Pricing:

$15/day pass

$40/weekend pass

Children under 10 free

Ink That Speaks
Louder Than Words


Join us for three epic days of live tattooing and body piercing, all weekend long—featuring over 200 award-winning tattoo artists and professional piercers from around the world!

Looking for the perfect style? Whether you’re into realism, traditional, black & grey, or full-color ink, our diverse lineup of talented artists will help bring your vision to life. No matter your style, we’ve got the right artist for you.

And holding it all down?

Official Sullen MC: Big Hoon Kim.

Big personality. Bigger presence. You’ve seen him, now come feel the energy live.

Official Sullen MC: Big Hoon Kim
Sullen Art Collective Logo

Schedule of Events

Times and Categories

Day 1: Thursday

April 9, 2026

Early Check-in & Load-in

Contact for more information.

Day 2: Friday

April 10, 2026
9:00 am

Artist/Vendor Check-in & Load-in

2:00 pm

Open to Public

4:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Tattoo Sign Up

7:30 pm

Judging Begins

Categories: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place

Best Cover Up
Most Unusual
Best Graffiti Style
Best Lettering
Best Floral
Best Hand/Neck
9:30 pm

Tattoo of the Day Sign Up

9:45 pm

Judging Begins

Tattoo of the Day Color
Tattoo of the Day Blk/Gry
10:30 pm

Closed for the Day

Day 3: Saturday

April 11, 2026
10:00 am

Artist/Vendor Doors Open

11:00 am

Open to Public

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Tattoo Sign Up

5:00 pm

Judging begins

Categories: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place

Best Black/Gry Large
Best Color Large
Best Portrait
Best Arm Sleeve
Best Leg Sleeve
Best Realism Black/Gry
Best Anime
Best H-Town Themed
Best Back Piece
9:30 pm

Tattoo of the Day Sign Up

9:45 pm

Judging Begins

Tattoo of the Day Color
Tattoo of the Day Blk/Gry
10:30 pm

Closed for the Day

Day 4: Sunday

April 12, 2026
10:00 am

Artist/Vendor Doors Open

11:00 am

Open to Public

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Tattoo Sign Up

5:00 pm

Judging Begins

Categories: 1st, 2nd, 3rd place

Best Black/Gry Small
Best Small Color
Best Japanese
Best Traditiona
Best Realism Color
Best Fineline
Best Chest Piece
Best Black/Gry Color Infused
6:45 pm

Best of Show and Tattoo of the Day Sign Up

7:00 pm

Judging Begins

Categories:

Tattoo of the Day Black/Gry
Tattoo of the Day Color
Best of Show

End of Show

8:00 pm

1st place will be awarded a plaque and trophy.

2nd place will be awarded plaque only.

3rd place will be awarded a trophy only.

Best of Show will be awarded Championship Belt, Trophy & Plaque.

Runner up will be awarded Championship Chain, and Trophy.

Large (dimension) 8 x 5 and bigger.

Small (dimension) 7 x 4 and smaller.

*Tattoo of the day is work done from start to finish on a single day only.

**Tattoos may be fresh or healed for all tattoo contests except “Tattoo of the day.”

*** TATTOO OF THE DAY AND BEST OF SHOW MUST BE DONE DURING THE SHOW BY A REGISTERED ARTIST.

Showcasing the best of the best artists.

We have moved to a bigger and better venue located in the heart of Downtown Houston and are now able to offer 100 artist booths. This is the show you don’t want to miss. As we have sold out consecutively so book now!

Booth Prices

  • Standard Booths (10 x 10) are $650
  • Standard Double Booths (10 x 20) are $1,300
  • Premium Corner Booth (10 x 10) are $725
  • Exclusive Endcap Double Booths are $1,500
  • Additional Artist Passes are $25 (each)

Important Information for Attending Artists:

You must secure a Blood-borne Pathogen Certificate. Please submit all required materials by email. a 50% deposit must be made to secure your spot and paid in full 30 days before the show. NO REFUNDS!

Texas Department of Health and Human Services Checklist:



Questions or Concerns?

Follow us on Instagram @inkslingerstattooshow for most up to date information.

Send us an email: inkslingerstattooshow@gmail.com

Tattoo Artist Booth Application

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Vendor Sign Up

Vendor Application