If you are a fan of permanent art, check out the Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention happening this weekend at the Hyatt Regency in Downtown Minneapolis.

Running from Friday, January 13th through Sunday, January 15th, the 2012 Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention will feature over 200 tattoo artists showcasing their talents, suspension acts, live music, contests for best tattoo and more! 

Whether you are looking to show off your own body art, add to your epidermal collection, or are just curious about the world of tattooing, the Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention is a great place to meet renowned artists and immerse yourself in tattoo culture. For more information on this event, check out the details below.



Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention

Show Times


Friday, January 13: 2pm – 12am

Saturday, January 14: Noon – 12am

Sunday, January 15: Noon – 8pm



Tickets Prices


$20 per day $40 for the weekend

Children under 12 are free

Tickets are only sold at the show



Got a sweet tat? If so, enter it in the tattoo contest! There will be daily tattoo contests with a variety of categories including best portrait, best traditional tattoo, most unusual, best tattoo of the day and more. For more information on contest registry, visit Tattooed Kingpin’s Tattoo Contest page.



Click this link for a listing of tattoo artists attending this year’s Minneapolis Tattoo Arts Convention.



Several informational seminars will also be held during the convention on Saturday, January 14th. For more information – including seminar topics and registration information – visit Tattooed Kingpin’s Seminar page.



*For all other information please call 1-800-541-8239 or email tattooedkingpin@yahoo.com



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Hyatt Regency Minneapolis
1300 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 370-1234