The Palm Beach Tattoo and Art Expo is set to transform the Palm Beach Convention Center in South Florida, FL, into a lively center of creativity this summer. This anticipated event combines tattoo artistry and alternative creative expression in one engaging weekend. Whether you’re a tattoo enthusiast, an art lover, or simply curious about the culture, this expo offers something for everyone in a friendly atmosphere that celebrates artistic diversity and craftsmanship.
From seasoned tattoo collectors to first-time visitors, the expo creates a unique opportunity to witness the changing landscape of body art while connecting with talented artists from across the region and beyond. Combining traditional tattoo convention elements with expanded art and oddities features makes this year’s event particularly noteworthy for West Palm Beach’s cultural calendar.
Event Overview and Attractions
The Palm Beach Tattoo and Art Expo will take over the Palm Beach Convention Center from June 20-22, offering an immersive experience into the world of tattoo artistry and alternative creative culture. This year’s event features an exciting new addition: the Oddities & Art Market, which significantly broadens the expo’s artistic scope beyond traditional tattooing.
With over 100 artists, oddities creatives, and vendors showcasing their work throughout the weekend, visitors can explore an impressive range of artistic expressions that push creative boundaries and celebrate the unconventional.
Live art demonstrations will run throughout the three-day event, allowing attendees to witness the creative process in real-time and appreciate the skill and technique behind various art forms. The expo creates an interactive environment where visitors can watch artists at work, ask questions about their craft, and potentially discover new artistic styles that resonate with them.
This aspect transforms the expo from a simple viewing experience into an engaging cultural journey through diverse tattoo traditions and artistic innovations, highlighting the rich creative community that has emerged around tattoo culture.
Visitor Information and Special Features
The Palm Beach Tattoo and Art Expo runs Friday, June 20, from 1 pm to 10 pm, Saturday, June 21, from 10 am to 10 pm, and Sunday, June 22, from 10 am to 6 pm at the Palm Beach Convention Center on Okeechobee Boulevard. Organizers strongly recommend purchasing a weekend pass rather than single-day tickets, as the artist and vendor lineup rotates throughout the event.
This strategy ensures visitors can experience the full spectrum of talent and merchandise available, particularly since the Oddities & Art Market will feature different creators each day, offering fresh discoveries with each visit to the expo floor.
A significant addition to this year’s program is DISCUSSIONS—a series of peer-led seminars taking place on Thursday, June 19th, beginning at noon. While this special pre-expo event is designed for attending artists, it highlights the educational dimension that the organizers are bringing to the convention.
These professional development sessions reflect the expo’s commitment to fostering growth within the tattoo community beyond the commercial aspects of the event. For general attendees, the main expo days promise an extensive celebration of tattoo art and alternative creative culture with opportunities to shop unique items, witness artistic creation in real-time, and explore unexpected creative expressions throughout the lively convention space.
