The 17th Annual Skindustry Tattoo Expo Draws Ink Enthusiasts to Pennsylvania This Weekend

Breinigsville, Pennsylvania — The tattoo community is buzzing as the 17th Annual Skindustry Tattoo Expo kicks off today, March 20, running through March 22 at the Delta Hotels by Marriott I-78. Now in its 17th year, the longstanding Lehigh Valley event continues to solidify its reputation as one of the region’s premier gatherings for body art aficionados, artists, and vendors.

Organizers expect over 120 top-tier tattoo artists from across the globe to set up stations for live tattooing throughout the weekend. Attendees can browse a diverse range of styles—from traditional American to intricate neo-traditional, fine-line, and emerging trends—while exploring vendor booths offering supplies, apparel, and related merchandise. The expo also features tattoo contests with registration opening daily at 3:00 p.m. and closing at 6:00 p.m., allowing participants to compete in categories judged by industry professionals.

Show hours are Friday from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with Saturday and Sunday extending similar late-night vibes (full details available on the official site). General admission is $20 cash at the door, emphasizing the event’s accessible, community-focused atmosphere.

The Skindustry Expo arrives amid a vibrant March calendar for tattoo conventions, including the Salt Lake City Tattoo Expo (March 6-8) at the Salt Palace Convention Center, which drew elite artists and large crowds earlier this month. Other notable March events spanned Detroit’s Motor City Tattoo Expo and international gatherings, reflecting the growing global appetite for live ink experiences.

As tattoo culture evolves with nostalgic revivals and innovative techniques, events like Skindustry provide essential spaces for connection, creativity, and celebration. For more information, visit skindustryexpo.com.