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What's On Schedule
Ink. Energy. Entertainment. And absolutely zero chill. From jaw-dropping tattoo battles to wild stage shows, live music, fashion, sideshows and surprise moments, this is where the chaos kicks off and the culture comes to life. Check the daily lineup, plan your hit list, and don’t blink… You won’t want to miss a second.
Expo experiences
All day
Kids Zone
Bringing the kids? We’ve created the ultimate space just for them.
With face painting, hair braiding, fake tattoos, art tables, and a candy station, the Kids Zone is a colourful world of creativity and fun. It’s set up right near the info booth so you can keep an eye on the little ones while enjoying everything else the expo has to offer.
With face painting, hair braiding, fake tattoos, art tables, and a candy station, the Kids Zone is a colourful world of creativity and fun. It’s set up right near the info booth so you can keep an eye on the little ones while enjoying everything else the expo has to offer.
Photo Booth
Capture the moment. Keep the memory.
Step into our old-school photo booth, strike a pose, and walk away with a printed photo to remember your day. Whether it’s your fresh ink, your crew, or a solo shot to mark the experience, it’s fast, easy, and just five bucks for a memory that lasts.
Step into our old-school photo booth, strike a pose, and walk away with a printed photo to remember your day. Whether it’s your fresh ink, your crew, or a solo shot to mark the experience, it’s fast, easy, and just five bucks for a memory that lasts.
Say It With Ink, or Wear It.
Introducing our all-new Tattoo Merch Booth, a killer collection of tees, hoods, prints, and gear inspired by the artists and attitude of the Australian Tattoo Expo. Whether you're repping your favourite artist, grabbing a limited-edition drop, or just want to take a piece of the show home, we’ve got you covered (literally). Designed by tattooers. Worn by legends. Don’t miss it.
Friday
10 AM — 9 PM
9:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
The weekend begins with the thunder of Japanese drummers. Feel the energy as the expo comes alive.
The weekend begins with the thunder of Japanese drummers. Feel the energy as the expo comes alive.
12:30 PM
Live Art Battle
Watch artists go head-to-head, creating epic pieces in a timed showdown. Who will take the crown?
Watch artists go head-to-head, creating epic pieces in a timed showdown. Who will take the crown?
2:00 PM
Sh*t Tattoo Competition (Open to the Public)
Enter your questionable ink for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. It’s bold, it’s fun, and it’s all about owning your story.
Enter your questionable ink for a chance to win prizes and bragging rights. It’s bold, it’s fun, and it’s all about owning your story.
4:00 PM
Tatts Off Competition (Open to the Public)
Got a regret tattoo or a wild cover-up? Step up and compete for prizes in this crowd-favourite contest.
Got a regret tattoo or a wild cover-up? Step up and compete for prizes in this crowd-favourite contest.
7:00 PM
Tattoo Competition (Official)
The best tattoos of the day hit the stage. Incredible artistry, world-class talent, and winners crowned.
The best tattoos of the day hit the stage. Incredible artistry, world-class talent, and winners crowned.
All Day
💬 Couch Sessions · 🎁 Host Giveaways · 🕺 Live Entertainment
Saturday
10 AM — 9 PM
9:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
Explosive drums, live music, and fierce energy light up the morning.
Explosive drums, live music, and fierce energy light up the morning.
12:30 PM
Live Art Battle
Fast, raw, and creative. Artists push their limits right in front of you.
Fast, raw, and creative. Artists push their limits right in front of you.
2:00 PM
Sh*t Tattoo Competition (Open to the Public)
Think your ink is one-of-a-kind? Enter and compete for prizes. The stage is yours.
Think your ink is one-of-a-kind? Enter and compete for prizes. The stage is yours.
4:00 PM
Tatts Off Competition (Open to the Public)
Bring your most outrageous cover-ups or biggest regrets and see how you stack up. Prizes on the line.
Bring your most outrageous cover-ups or biggest regrets and see how you stack up. Prizes on the line.
7:00 PM
Tattoo Competition (Official)
Saturday night’s main event. The stage fills with the best tattoos of the day. Don’t miss the action.
Saturday night’s main event. The stage fills with the best tattoos of the day. Don’t miss the action.
All Day
💬 Couch Sessions · 🎁 Host Giveaways · 🕺 Live Entertainment
Sunday
10 AM — 7 PM
9:00 AM
Opening Ceremony
The final day kicks off with high-energy beats, roaming performers, and the host firing up the crowd.
The final day kicks off with high-energy beats, roaming performers, and the host firing up the crowd.
1:00 PM
Sh*t Tattoo Competition (Open to the Public)
One last chance to enter your ink, grab prizes, and own the spotlight.
One last chance to enter your ink, grab prizes, and own the spotlight.
2:30 PM
Tatts Off Competition (Open to the Public)
The final call for tattoo regrets and cover-ups. Step up, show off, and win prizes.
The final call for tattoo regrets and cover-ups. Step up, show off, and win prizes.
5:00 PM
Tattoo Competition (Official)
The grand showdown. The best tattoos of the entire weekend battle it out for the top awards.
The grand showdown. The best tattoos of the entire weekend battle it out for the top awards.
All Day
💬 Couch Sessions · 🎁 Host Giveaways · 🕺 Live Entertainment