Event Information
Mark your calendars - March 14th/15th 2026
Get ready, Auckland – something bold, artistic, and seriously unforgettable is coming to town! Join us at The Cloud on Auckland’s stunning waterfront for a two-day celebration of tattoo culture & creativity.
Whether you're a lifelong tattoo lover, thinking about getting your first piece, or just curious about the art form – this is the perfect place to dive into the vibrant world of tattooing.
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' with Erin Chance - 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 information
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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