A decade of needlework, creativity and community spirit returns to Bristol this summer. The Bristol Tattoo Convention is back at Ashton Gate Stadium for its landmark 10th anniversary—two days devoted to celebrating the art, the artists and the people who wear it.
🎟️Get tickets for Bristol Tattoo Convention 2026 - 10th Anniversary →What's on
The convention runs Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 July, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day. Expect a packed bill of established and emerging tattoo artists, live demos, workshops and the kind of crowd that makes a stadium feel like home. Whether you're after your first piece, your fiftieth, or you're just after the culture and craft, there's something here.
The vibe
Tattoo conventions are less queuing-room clinic and more festival. There's a real sense of occasion—artists showing off their portfolios, apprentices learning the trade, collectors comparing sleeves, and curiosity-seekers soaking in the art form. Ashton Gate is a proper venue, so there's room to breathe, chat and browse without feeling crushed. Ten years in, Bristol's convention has earned a loyal following; expect a mix of devoted regulars and first-timers.
Getting tickets
Tickets are available through the usual channels. Pricing details weren't specified in the initial listing, so check the Skiddle event page or the convention's official site for current rates. Day passes are typically offered alongside weekend tickets—pick what suits.
Where to stay
Bristol's city centre is well served by hotels within easy reach of Ashton Gate Stadium. We've picked a selection of options nearby to make your weekend simple.
Getting there
By train: Bristol Temple Meads is the main hub; from there, local buses or a short taxi run gets you to Ashton Gate in the south-west of the city. By car: the stadium has parking on-site and nearby. By air: if you're coming from further afield, Bristol Airport is roughly 30 minutes away by coach or hire car.
🧳 Travel essentials
🏨 Where to stay nearby
🥂 Premium stays 5-star
💷 Budget-friendly under £120/nt
📍 The venue
Ashton Gate Stadium
Ashton Road
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