INKFEST
CONVENTION
INKFEST
CONVENTION
EVENT INFO
The Tattoo Collectors Expo has the goal to deliver a fun productive environment that will keep artists and collectors alike coming back year after year. We want to provide a convention that allows the artists to enjoy their weekend in all aspects including financial gain, networking with other artists/vendors, and getting to see what our area has to offer the rest of the industry. The inspiration behind it all is to genuinely make it a pleasurable experience for anyone working or attending the event. There are many tattoo conventions around the world and we want to make this expo a memorable one for you.
Entertainment In addition to getting the tattoo you’ve always wanted, we will offer a variety of entertainment options during the weekend that we invite our attendees and tattoo artists to participate in and enjoy, from a Beauty Pageant to After Parties... Check back soon for more information and see our schedule of events.
VENUE
At 100,000 sq ft., Esports Stadium Arlington is the largest facility of its kind in North America.
PHOTOS
The best tattoo industry photographers will be on hand to capture the event, so look your best.
FOOD & DRINKS
While enjoying the Expo, attendees can enjoy a variety of food, snacks, and beverages.
VENDORS
Top industry vendors will be in attendance showcasing the latest in tattoo swag.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
FRIDAY
10am: Artist/Vendor Load In
12pm: Open to Public
5-7pm: Entertainment
9pm: Best of Day
11pm: Close for the Day
SATURDAY
10am: Open to Public
11am: Pageant Tattoo Judging
1pm: Modern Pin-up Look
3pm: Casual Look
5pm: Evening Gown
7pm: Tattoo Contests
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Black & Grey (Top 3)
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Color (Top 3)
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Best Black & Grey Portrait
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Best Color Portrait
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Best American Traditional
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Best Neo-Traditional
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Best Sleeve
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Best Chest or Back
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Best Hand/Head/Face/Neck
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Best Lettering
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Best Most Realistic
9pm:* Best of Day
11pm: Close for the Day
SUNDAY
10am: Open to Public
12-4pm: Entertainment
6pm: Tattoo Contests
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Best Asian
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Best Floral
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Best Collaboration
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Overall Male
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Overall Female
8pm: Best of Day & Best of Show
10pm: Close for the Day
TRAVEL & LODGING INFO
VENUE
The Tattoo Collectors Expo will be held at the Esports Stadium Arlington & Expo Center (see map).
LODGING
The Sheraton Arlington Hotel – onsite at the convention center
Click here to book with our exclusive room block and save.
TRANSIT
The DFW area has two airports for your convenience:
DFW Airport
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Most major airlines fly in and out of DFW airport. Check your preferred airline for travel options
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BONUS: The Sheridan offers a complimentary shuttle (by appointment only) from DFW Airport. To book your shuttle ride to the event, call 817-261-8200.
Dallas Love Field
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A smaller but great airport, Dallas Love Field is still conveniently located with 30 minutes of the convention. Several airports fly in and out, but Love Field is best known for great rates through Southwest Airlines (Hint – check directly with Southwest – they are not on the discount travel sites!!)
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