Find hundreds of world-class tattoo artists in one easy place at the Rites of Passage Tattoo Festival. Back in town for its 13th year, this spec-tatt-ular event will celebrate personal expression and crativity through body art. Get a tattoo on the spot, have fun with live entertainment, take part in a paint and sip with a tattoo twist and more. The festival will take place at the Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton from Friday April 26 to Sunday April 28.
Rites of Passage Tattoo Festival
Find cool new artists and celebrate body art at this bold festival. Check out live art activations, exclusive art exhibitions and free tattoo artist seminars. Up to 450 national and international tattoo artists will be there, showcasing their different styles. Walk up and get something done on the spot, or, if there’s an artist you’re particularly interested in, make a booking or turn up early to be safe.
Feeling creative? Take part in the festival’s version of a paint and sip. At Ink & Drink, you’ll learn how to tattoo on synthetic skin, while sipping on a drink. Each day, an exhibiting artist will provide a custom design for you to try. A winner will be picked each day, and walk away with a free tattoo. All profits from this experience will be donated to tattoo apprentices.
Browse through the retail stalls for clothing, tattoo supplies, jewellery and more. Listen to music on the Main Stage, with plenty of alternative bands and live DJs to keep the energy up. Then, grab a bite to eat at the festival food truck park, and find a drink from one of the two bars on-site.