Festi Tattoo
The art of tattooing is exhibited and experienced live in Dax
2026
About Festi Tattoo
Festi Tattoo — edition 2026
The 2nd edition of Festi Tattoo was held from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, 2026, at the Parc des Arènes de Dax, as part of the Foire Expo du Grand Dax. Around twenty professional tattoo artists and creators took turns over three days to perform live flash tattoos, present their works, and interact with the public. The event, now a fixture in the Foire Expo landscape, confirmed its place as the Landes region's essential meeting point for tattoo art.
Festi Tattoo 2026 — 2nd Edition at Parc des Arènes de Dax
The second edition of Festi Tattoo took place from Friday, May 8 to Sunday, May 10, 2026, in the heart of the Parc des Arènes de Dax, as part of the Foire Expo du Grand Dax organized by Alliance Expo. The space dedicated to tattoo art opened its doors from 10 AM to 8 PM on Friday and Saturday, and from 10 AM to 6 PM on Sunday.
Around Twenty Professional Tattoo Artists
The 2026 edition brought together around twenty tattoo artists and creators, including Yaksha Kuperan, Mr Vang, Monkibe, Manny, Lucienne, Godja Ink, Fabien Cu, Doukypick, Azotink, Arcos, Zazou, The Handyfairy, Mimish, Lexy, L'atelier 82, Ady Ink, Quei Lenoir, Misty Witchy, Le vert d'Encre, and Becca. Each brought their unique universe, alternating on-site flash tattoos, demonstrations, and presentations of design boards.
Integration into the Foire Expo
As in 2025, Festi Tattoo was integrated into one of the seven thematic universes of the Foire Expo (Home & Garden, Auto & Camper Van, Gourmet Village, Well-being & Shopping, Tattoo, Art Artisans, Writers). More than 200 exhibitors were present in total at the Parc des Arènes. Access to the Festi Tattoo area was included in the Fair's entrance ticket (5 € entry, 4 € with promotional code TATTOO, free for accompanied under 18s).
Parallel Musical Entertainment
Over the three days, musical entertainment took place on the Fairgrounds: Belly and Soul (oriental dance) and DJ Alex on Friday, Chantal Soulu and Los Hab'Brass Band on Saturday, Buen Rollito (Hispanic and Latin American rhythms) on Sunday. On Friday and Saturday evenings, late-night events extended the event until 11:30 PM with concerts and the gourmet village open.
Highlights Festi Tattoo 2026
- 2nd edition of Festi Tattoo, an area dedicated to tattoo art at the heart of the Foire Expo du Grand Dax
- Around twenty professional tattoo artists and creators present for 3 days
- Live flash tattoos performed on-site (first come, first served)
- Fair entrance fee: 5 € (4 € with promotional code TATTOO, free for accompanied under 18s)
- Musical entertainment every day (oriental dance, brass band, Hispanic music)
- Late-night events on Friday and Saturday evenings until 11:30 PM with concerts and gourmet village
- Integration into the 7 universes of the Foire Expo (200+ exhibitors at Parc des Arènes)
Programme Festi Tattoo 2026
Friday, May 8, 2026 — 10 AM to 8 PM (late-night until 11:30 PM)
- 10 AM - 8 PM — Festi Tattoo Area: live flash tattoos with the 20 tattoo artists present, design board exhibitions, creator stands.
- 11 AM - 2 PM — Belly and Soul (oriental dance).
- 7 PM - 11 PM — DJ Alex (late-night with gourmet village).
Saturday, May 9, 2026 — 10 AM to 8 PM (late-night until 11:30 PM)
- 10 AM - 8 PM — Festi Tattoo Area: continuation of flash tattoos and demonstrations.
- 11 AM - 3 PM — Chantal Soulu.
- 7 PM - 11 PM — Los Hab'Brass Band (late-night with gourmet village).
Sunday, May 10, 2026 — 10 AM to 6 PM
- 10 AM - 6 PM — Festi Tattoo Area: last day of flash tattoos and meetings with tattoo artists.
- 11 AM - 2 PM — Buen Rollito (Hispanic and Latin American rhythms).
Tattoo Artists and Creators Present
- Yaksha Kuperan
- Mr Vang
- Monkibe
- Manny
- Lucienne
- Godja Ink
- Fabien Cu
- Doukypick
- Azotink
- Arcos
- Zazou
- The Handyfairy
- Mimish
- Lexy
- L'atelier 82
- Ady Ink
- Quei Lenoir
- Misty Witchy
- Le vert d'Encre
- Becca
Prices Festi Tattoo 2026
Festi Tattoo — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 8 May to 10 May 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Festi Tattoo
Access to the Dax Expo Fair
By Car
The Expo Fair is held at the Parc des Arènes (Parc Théodore Denis), right in the center of Dax (40100). From the A63 highway, take exit Dax-Centre and follow the signs towards the city center and the Parc des Arènes. Public parking lots are available near the park, as well as in adjacent streets.
By Train
The Dax train station is served by TGV (Paris-Dax) and TER (Bordeaux-Dax, Bayonne-Dax) trains. The Parc des Arènes is a 10-minute walk from the station, following Boulevard Saint-Pierre.
By Bus
The Couralin urban bus network serves the city center of Dax. Several stops are located near the Parc des Arènes.
Opening Hours
Festi Tattoo is open throughout the duration of the Grand Dax Expo Fair, usually over four days in May (Thursday to Sunday). The opening hours correspond to those of the Expo Fair, typically from 10 AM to 8 PM.
Prices
Access to Festi Tattoo is included in the Expo Fair entrance ticket: €5 per person (reduced rate €4 with the promotional code TATTOO). Free for accompanied children. Flash tattoos are extra, with prices set directly by each tattoo artist according to the design and size.
Flash Tattoos
Tattoo artists offer pre-designed patterns ("flashs") that can be done in one session during the event. The principle is first come, first served. Expect waiting times for the most popular tattoo artists. Flash tattoo prices vary depending on the artist and the complexity of the design, generally starting from €50.
Additional Information
- Getting a flash tattoo requires being of legal age or accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
- Tattoo artists use sterile, single-use equipment.
- It is advisable not to consume alcohol before getting tattooed.
- Aftercare instructions are provided by the artists.
- The Expo Fair also features over 200 exhibitors in other halls.
Contact
Foire Expo du Grand Dax
Website: foire-expo-grand-dax.fr
Facebook: Foire Expo du Grand Dax
Festi Tattoo: The Art of Tattooing at the Dax Expo Fair
Festi Tattoo is an unprecedented space at the heart of the Grand Dax Expo Fair, entirely dedicated to the art of tattooing. This event offers the public a dive into the creative world of professional tattoo artists, in a festive and friendly setting.
About Twenty Professional Tattoo Artists
Festi Tattoo brings together about twenty professional tattoo artists from the Landes region and all over France. Among the featured artists are renowned talents such as Yaksha Kuperan, Mr. Vang, Godja Ink, Ady Ink, Becca, and Mimish, each bringing their unique style — from realism to neo-traditional, from dotwork to watercolor, including geometric and Japanese styles.
Live Flash Tattoos
One of Festi Tattoo's main attractions is the performance of live flash tattoos. Tattoo artists offer pre-designed patterns, called "flashs," which visitors can get tattooed on-site during the event. It's a unique opportunity to leave with a lasting souvenir of the Dax Expo Fair.
Exhibitions and Demonstrations
Beyond live tattooing, Festi Tattoo features drawing exhibitions and graphic works created by the attending tattoo artists. Visitors can admire the diversity of styles and techniques, chat with the artists about their careers and inspirations, and discover the behind-the-scenes of this booming body art.
Creator Booths
The Festi Tattoo space also hosts creator booths offering items related to tattoo culture: jewelry, clothing, accessories, art prints, and tattoo care products. These booths complement the experience and allow visitors to extend their immersion into this creative universe.
A Creative and Accessible Atmosphere
Festi Tattoo stands out for its welcoming atmosphere, far from the clichés sometimes associated with the tattoo world. The space is designed to be open to everyone, from long-time enthusiasts to the simply curious, from art lovers to families. The goal is to democratize the art of tattooing and present it as a form of artistic expression in its own right.
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