Apr 24 - Apr 26, 2026

The best tattoo convention happens on the Oregon Coast; High Tide Tattoo & Art Festival! This three-day event is filled with world-class tattoo artists from all over the country. Multi award-winning artists like Brandon Davenport, Jamy Carlton and former Ink Master contender Mat Valles will be competing for locally made custom trophies, bragging rights, and a prize provided by ShowNation. Attending guests will have the rare opportunity to work with artists directly to plan their next tattoo or witness others act as canvas for these artists' inked imagination.
How It Works:
$15 entry fee gets you into the event each day. All ages are welcome; 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult; 12 and under will receive free admission.
Tattoo Booking: Most artist use social media as their preferred method of communication and will require guest to book directly through them.

Top Artist Showcase - Info Coming Soon
Competition Highlights
Artists will compete over a 3-day period, vying for:
• Custom-made local trophies
• Bragging rights
• An exclusive prize, sponsored by Show Nation.
Friday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Best of Day
Cover-Up
Most Unusual
Native Themed
Animal Portrait
Saturday | 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Best of Day
Traditional
Black and Grey
Color
Color Portrait
Black and Grey Portrait
Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Best of Day
Best Sleeve
Asian Themed
Best Large Tattoo (full chest, back or body suit)
Best of Show
Tickets go on-sale in early April in Ko-Kwel Gifts. $15 entry fee gets you into the event each day. All ages are welcome; 17 and under must be accompanied by an adult; 12 and under will receive free admission.