Event Information

Sat

10:00 AM: Doors Open

11:00 AM: Pick a tattoo to get or start shopping for Merch!

12:01 PM: Lunch from Aucklands best food Trucks

01:30 PM - 02:15 PM: 'Tattoo Talk' with Matt Jordan - Round 1

03:00 PM: Sacred Laser 'Worst Tattoo' Competition

04:00 PM - 04:45 PM: 'Tattoo Talk' Panel Discussion - Round 2

05:01 PM: Afternoon drinks in sunny paradise while people watching!

05:45 PM: Spot Prizes

06:00 PM: Tattoo Competitions

08:00 PM: Best of Day

10:00 PM: Doors Close

Sun

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Competition Categories and Essential Information: Everything You Need to Know for Entering

Saturday - 5:00pm 

Best Small colour 

Recognises the best colour tattoo 30cm or smaller, showcasing strong detail and creativity in a compact design.

Best Large Colour

Awarded to the best large-scale colour tattoo over 30cm, celebrating bold and vibrant work on a bigger canvas.

Best Oriental

Highlights tattoos influenced by traditional Asian styles, symbolism, and imagery.

Best Anime/Cartoon/Pop Culture

For tattoos inspired by anime, cartoons, gaming, comics, or pop culture icons.

Best Realism

Recognises tattoos that capture lifelike detail and realistic style.

Best of Day Saturday

Awarded to the best tattoo completed and judged on Saturday (9pm)

Sunday - 4:30pm

Best Small Black and Grey

Showcasing the best black and grey tattoo up to 30cm, with fine shading and detail.

Best Large Black & Grey

Awarded to the best black and grey tattoo over 30cm, highlighting depth and scale.

Best Māori/Pacific

Celebrates the artistry and cultural traditions of Māori and Pacific tattooing.

Best Traditional Style

Recognises tattoos in classic traditional style, with bold lines and timeless designs.

Best Ornamental

For tattoos featuring ornamental, geometric, and decorative design elements.

Best of Day Sunday

Awarded to the best tattoo completed and judged on Sunday (6PM)

Best of Show

The top award of the convention, recognising the single best tattoo across all categories.

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