Don’t miss the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026
Are you a tattoo enthusiast dreaming of meeting artists from all over the world?
Don’t miss the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026, taking place from October 23 to 25, 2026, at the Caen Exhibition Centre.
For this very first edition, more than 450 international tattoo artists are expected.
A major event not to be missed in Normandy this autumn!
Over three days, professionals, enthusiasts and newcomers will come together around tattooing and graphic culture during the Caen Tattoo Festival.
Neo-traditional, realism, lettering, Polynesian tattooing, manga, ornamental, Japanese or blackwork: all styles will be represented.
From Spain to the Philippines, via the United States, China, Italy, Argentina, Germany and French Polynesia, the event will bring together artists from all over the world, including:
The Caen Tattoo Festival also showcases tattoo culture in many different forms.
Several exhibitions will take place, including a photography exhibition by Brice Gelot, as well as a presentation of drawings by Cristopher Mendez and Thierry Manjard.
You will also be able to discover the William Robinson's Tattoo Museum and an exhibition dedicated to prison tattoo machines.
Throughout the weekend, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy shows, concerts and exceptional performances.
📅 Dates: October 23 to 25, 2026.
📍 Address: Caen Exhibition Centre, 17 rue Joseph Philippon, 14000 Caen.
⌚ Opening hours: Friday from 1 pm to 11:30 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 11:30 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm.
💶 Prices: €18.50 per day in advance, compared with €22 on site. The three-day pass costs €33.50 in advance.
To make the most of the Caen Tattoo Festival, choose one of the two hotels that are official partners of the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026.
The Best Western Plus Le Moderne, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Caen, enjoys a prime location close to the Ducal Castle and the Abbaye aux Hommes.
You can easily reach the Caen Exhibition Centre in less than 10 minutes by car, as well as restaurants and Caen’s main tourist attractions.
After a day at the Caen Tattoo Festival, relax in the comfort of our modern, bright and air-conditioned rooms.
During your stay, you can also enjoy the bar, our dining service and the buffet breakfast.
Don’t miss the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026, taking place from October 23 to 25, 2026, at the Caen Exhibition Centre.
For this very first edition, more than 450 international tattoo artists are expected.
A major event not to be missed in Normandy this autumn!
Caen Tattoo Festival 2026: more than 450 international tattoo artists gathered in one place
Over three days, professionals, enthusiasts and newcomers will come together around tattooing and graphic culture during the Caen Tattoo Festival.
Neo-traditional, realism, lettering, Polynesian tattooing, manga, ornamental, Japanese or blackwork: all styles will be represented.
From Spain to the Philippines, via the United States, China, Italy, Argentina, Germany and French Polynesia, the event will bring together artists from all over the world, including:
- Christopher Mendez;
- Sid Ludovice;
- Glare;
- Greg Iron;
- Cedrick Opiate;
- Bims Kaizoku;
- Hina Tatau;
- Na Yongwen, etc.
Entertainment to discover at the Caen Tattoo Festival
The Caen Tattoo Festival also showcases tattoo culture in many different forms.
Exhibitions, museum displays and performances
Several exhibitions will take place, including a photography exhibition by Brice Gelot, as well as a presentation of drawings by Cristopher Mendez and Thierry Manjard.
You will also be able to discover the William Robinson's Tattoo Museum and an exhibition dedicated to prison tattoo machines.
Throughout the weekend, you will also have the opportunity to enjoy shows, concerts and exceptional performances.
Practical information
📅 Dates: October 23 to 25, 2026.
📍 Address: Caen Exhibition Centre, 17 rue Joseph Philippon, 14000 Caen.
⌚ Opening hours: Friday from 1 pm to 11:30 pm, Saturday from 10 am to 11:30 pm and Sunday from 10 am to 8 pm.
💶 Prices: €18.50 per day in advance, compared with €22 on site. The three-day pass costs €33.50 in advance.
Where to stay in Caen during the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026?
To make the most of the Caen Tattoo Festival, choose one of the two hotels that are official partners of the Caen Tattoo Festival 2026.
The Best Western Plus Le Moderne, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Caen, enjoys a prime location close to the Ducal Castle and the Abbaye aux Hommes.
You can easily reach the Caen Exhibition Centre in less than 10 minutes by car, as well as restaurants and Caen’s main tourist attractions.
After a day at the Caen Tattoo Festival, relax in the comfort of our modern, bright and air-conditioned rooms.
During your stay, you can also enjoy the bar, our dining service and the buffet breakfast.
