A weekend for tattoo lovers, artists, and the tattoo-curious.

November 6-8, 2026 • Nashville Fairgrounds

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Presented by Safe House Tattoo Studio

You love tattoos.
We give you a reason.

We built the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo for people like you - artists, collectors, and the tattoo-curious who love tattoo culture and want to be part of something meaningful.

Whether you're getting your first tattoo, collecting another piece, or soaking it all in, MTTE is where you belong.

Over 350 tattoo artists from around the country are ready to TATTOO YOU. Walk-up to select from thousands of flash & pre-drawn designs or book ahead - it’s your call!

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Artist Lineup

• Tattoo Competitions

• Piercings

• Live Art

• Retail Vendors

• The Body Suit Art Show

• Food & Drinks

• Tattoo Competitions • Piercings • Live Art • Retail Vendors • The Body Suit Art Show • Food & Drinks

Tickets

$25*

One-Day Pass

Admission to Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.

$50*

Three-Day Pass

Admission to all three days of the event.

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*Ticket sales are subject to TN Sales Tax 9.75%

Event Info

  • FRIDAY November 6, 2pm - 10pm

    SATURDAY November 7, 11am - 10pm

    SUNDAY November 8, 11am-8pm

  • The Fairgrounds Nashville, Expo Building #1 & #2 → Entrance is located at Expo #2

    401 Wingrove St, Nashville, TN 37203

    Parking at the Fairgrounds is $10/day, cash only. Plan for light traffic getting into the area.

  • A three-day gathering of tattoo lovers, artists, and the tattoo-curious! Get a tattoo, watch live art, explore an incredible display of talent, and grab some food & drinks while you’re at it.

    Each day of the event will feature tattoo contests, the Body Suit Art Show, and live art showcases.

  • To share our love of the tattoo world with friends and soon-to-be friends!

  • The Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo is locally planned by Nashville’s very own, Safe House Tattoo Studio. Read More About Us.

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Today’s the day to earn your tattoo stripes with Rev.Clay! ✨💪 @rev.claytattooer will be tattooing bold bright traditional and fine line blackwork at MTTE this fall! Bring your ideas to Rev.Clay, pick from his flash, or book ahead via email&nbs
New to tattoos? A sick heart is a good start! 🖤 Black & gray, illustrative, woodcut artist @audreywallacetattoo will be at the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo this fall ready to tattoo YOU! Just pick out some flash from her booth to get tattooed!
It must be fate! Welcome back Kate! ✨🤝 @hairofthehound is BACK at the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo tattooing her neo traditional and illustrative color creatures! Bring your ideas to Kate, pick out some flash, or book ahead via email kfctattoo@
This could Bee you with a new tattoo! 💫⭐️ MTTE welcomes @lindseebeetattoo this fall tattooing bold traditional with fun bright colors and vintage imagery! Just walk up to Lindsee’s booth and pick out some flash to get tattooed! • • M
Kel yeah! 🔥🔥🔥 @kelviratats is back at the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo tattooing illustrative, whimsical, nostalgia, and of course her famous big hot ladies :) feel free to pick out some flash at her booth or secure a spot by booking ahead via ema
Spooky season will be here before you know it.. so will MTTE! 🦇 @breestallworthtattoo is back with her semi-realism and illustrative designs. Bring your ideas to Bree, pick out some flash, or book ahead through the email breestallworthart@gmail.com
Here comes the bloom! 🌸 Decorative traditional artist @abbeyruthtattoo will be joining us at MTTE this fall! Make sure to stop by her booth and pick out some flash or secure a spot by booking ahead via email argrimes7@gmail.com • • Mi
He’s feeding the need for some Assassin’s Creed! ⛓️Multi-style tattoo artist @jbeantat2 will be tattooing at the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo this fall. Bring your ideas to Christian, pick out some flash, or book ahead via the email 
When push comes to shove, get a love dove! ❤️🕊️ @callme.tvulture is bringing her Japanese and neo traditional artwork to the expo this fall! Pick out some flash or book ahead through the website callmedottie.com • • Middle Tennessee T
It’s your lucky day! 🍀 Traditional artist @camenglandtattoos from @lucky7tattoo_tupelo will be joining us this year at MTTE. Bring your ideas to Cam, pick out some flash, or book ahead via Instagram DM • • Middle Tennessee Tattoo Exp
We’ll cut to the chase ✂️ it’s time for a new tattoo! ✨Blackwork illustrative artist @inkslingingtattoo is back tattooing at Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo this fall! Pick out flash or secure a spot by booking a head via the email inks
Tattoo curious? Spread your wings and try new things! 🦅🕊️ American traditional tattoo artist @sergioriveratattoo is back at MTTE and wants to tattoo YOU! Bring your ideas to Serigo, pick out some flash at his booth, or book ahead via Instagram DMs

Sponsored By

Clear Cut Stencils logo, tattoo stencil company is a sponsor of Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo in Nashville, TN
The incredible Elegy Coffee is back as a sponsor for the Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo
We are proudly sponsored by Jerry's Artarama. Located in East Nashville, it's where all our artist friends go!
Union Tattoo Supply Company is a tattoo supply company for Tennessee.
Barber Woodworking logo, woodworking company in Nashville, TN is a sponsor of Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo

Locally planned. Locally loved.

The Middle Tennessee Tattoo Expo is brought to you by Nashville's very own Safe House Tattoo Studio. Read More About Us.