The All-New 15th Annual DC Tattoo Expo Invitational
October 2^nd - 4^th, 2026
Get ready for an all-new unbelievable weekend of live tattooing, body piercing, industry seminars and a brand-new lineup of mind-blowing entertainment. All new tattoo contest, low brow to fine art contest and of course the world’s finest tattooing from over 220 of the best "invite only" tattooers in the tattoo world today alongside the industry's leading manufacturers, vendors and local craftsman and artisans. 15 separate live tattoo competitions along with 10 new art category competitions, the all-new “DC Cherry Blossom Beauty Contest” and the very first "DC Dog" patriotic pet competition. Three Days of all new, action packed entertainment and art indulgence brought to you by the all-new Exposed Art Inc. Crew.