Show Info

The Third Coast Tattoo Show is bringing world-class tattooing back to the heart of Chicago for 2026!

Join us June 26–28, 2026 at Morgan MFG for a three-day celebration of tattoo culture featuring 100 top-tier tattooers from across the country, all under one roof. This is your chance to get tattooed by some of the best in the industry, with both pre-booked appointments and walk-ups available all weekend long.

Beyond tattooing, experience live performances, a curated fine art exhibition, craft cocktails, food trucks, exclusive merch drops, and afterparties that showcase the creative spirit of the Third Coast.

This is Chicago’s only tattoo convention actually held in the city and you won’t want to miss it!

AC Hotel Chicago

Stay Where The Artists Are

The AC Hotel Chicago Downtown will serve as the official hotel for Third Coast artists, vendors, and attendees during the weekend.

The hotel is located in the heart of River North and surrounded by some of Chicago’s best restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife.

Many of the attending artists and vendors will be staying here throughout the weekend, making it a great place to connect with others outside of show hours.

AC Hotel Chicago Downtown
630 N Rush St
Chicago, IL 60611

Book Your Room

SCHEDULE

FRIDAY

June 26th 2026
3PM - 11PM
DJ Sets:
CZboogie
3PM – 7PM
DJ L O Kari
7PM – 11PM
Main Stage
Live Performances:
Northern Traditional Dancing
5:00PM
Kinesis (Circus Arts Performance):
Rachel Nesnevich – Hula Hoops
Renee Jones – Aerial Chains
Kaya Sky – Aerial Pole
Zoë Isadora– Aerial Silks
7:00PM
Main Stage
Tattoo Contests:
Healed Tattoo: Large (8–12”)
6:30PM
Healed Tattoo: XL (12”+)
8:30PM
Tattoo of the Day
10PM
Main Stage
WSOTT Tournament:
Preliminary Round
4PM – 6PM
Battle Bracket Round 1
7PM – 10PM
Mezzanine Level
Afterparty
Punch Bowl Social
310 N Green St
11PM-1AM
SATURDAY

June 27th 2026
11AM - 11PM
DJ Sets:
Synchronized Swimming
11AM – 3PM
Barragoon
3PM – 7PM
AMAN STER
7PM – 11PM
Main Stage
Live Performances:
Northern Traditional Dancing
1:30PM
Tattoos and Tiaras Drag Show:
Aurora Gozmic, Diwa Oro, eRiS, Fallon, Judith Priest, and Miss Vanda LaRose
3:30PM
Deities of Soft Steel Sanctum
(Pole Performance):
Hunni, Nesli the Chocolate, Noel, Persephone, Persephonic, and Taylor Tarot
6PM
Main Stage
Tattoo Contests:
Healed Tattoo: Small (2-4”)
12PM
Healed Tattoo: Medium (5–7”)
2PM
Tattoo of the Day
10PM
Main Stage
WSOTT Tournament:
Battle Bracket Finals
12:00PM – 3:30 PM
Mastery Bracket Round 1
4:30PM – 10:30PM
Mezzanine Level
BPONG Tournament:
Starts at 11AM
Mezzanine Level
Afterparty
Recess
838 W Kinzie St
11PM-3AM
SUNDAY

June 28th 2026
11AM - 7PM
DJ Sets:
Quicktastic
11AM – 3P
Jillian X
3PM – 7PM
Main Stage
Live Performances:
Kinesis (Circus Arts Performance):
Duo Art in the Heart– Hand to Hand
Justin Durham – Handbalancing
Kyle Kier – Aerial Pole
Zoë Isadora – Dance Trapeze
1:30PM
Tattoos and Tiaras Drag Show:
Aurora Gozmic, Diwa Oro, eRiS, Fallon, Judith Priest, and Miss Vanda LaRose
2:30PM
Deities of Soft Steel Sanctum
(Pole Performance):
Hunni, Nesli the Chocolate, Noel, Persephone, Persephonic, and Taylor Tarot
4:30PM
Main Stage
Tattoo Contests:
Tattoo of the Day
5:30PM
Best of Show
6PM
Main Stage
WSOTT Tournament:
Mastery Finals
12:00PM – 6:30PM
Mezzanine Level
BPONG Tournament:
Starts at 11AM
Mezzanine Level