Calgary’s biggest celebration of tattoo culture, art, and creativity is taking over the BMO Centre from October 16–18, and you won’t want to miss it.
Featuring more than 650 of the best international, national, and local artists, the Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival brings together a weekend packed with tattooing, retail exhibits, contests, and plenty of incredible artwork to check out.
Things kick off with Adult Night on Friday, October 16, from 4 PM to midnight, featuring special entertainment, exclusive contests, and a fully licensed event where you can grab a drink while taking it all in.
Planning to spend the whole weekend? VIP and weekend passes are available for $100, giving you access to Adult Night plus one-hour early admission on Saturday and Sunday, so you can beat the crowds and get a head start on the action.
Here’s a breakdown of ticket options:
- VIP Pass: $100 – Includes Adult Night and one-hour early admission on Saturday and Sunday.
- Weekend Pass: $85 – Access to the festival all three days.
- Adult Night: $35 – Friday, October 16, from 4 PM to midnight, including entertainment and special contests.
- Saturday: $35
- Sunday: $30
Admission is day-specific, with re-entry permitted on the same day only. Kids 12 and under get in free on Saturday and Sunday.
Want to score your way in? Mariah and Ty will have tickets up for grabs all next week, October 5–9, so keep it tuned to X92.9 for your chance to win.
Whether you’re looking to get some new ink, discover incredible artists, shop unique finds, or just soak up the atmosphere, the Calgary Tattoo & Arts Festival has something for everyone.
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