Ankonventional International Tattoo Expo

**Tattoo Art Meets the Unconventional!**

Get ready to experience something truly unique. The fifth edition of the **“Ankonventional” International Tattoo Expo** is coming to Ancona for an unforgettable weekend celebrating ink, contemporary art, music, and underground culture.

More than 500 of the best tattoo artists from around the world will be there, ready to showcase their talent live, compete in Tattoo Contests, and bring your tattoo dreams to life.

Whether you want to get the tattoo of a lifetime, find inspiration for your next one, or simply immerse yourself in a unique atmosphere… this is the right place for you.

## WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT?

- **TOP TATTOO ARTISTS:** The best professionals working in a wide range of styles—Realism, Traditional, Japanese, Blackwork, Ornamental, Fine Line, Lettering, and much more. You can get tattooed by appointment or as a walk-in: simply come to the event and choose the tattoo you would like to get.

- **TATTOO CONTESTS:** Live competitions to reward the best tattoos of the event.

- **SHOWS & LIVE PERFORMANCES:** Spectacular shows, live music, and DJ sets throughout the event!

**Friday, November 6:** ENTICS
**Saturday, November 7:** BRUSCO & Always Loving Jah
**Sunday, November 8:** FINAZ from BANDABARDO’ – FISHBALL

The event will be hosted by **ANDREA ROCK from Virgin Radio**, with **GIADA LONGO** as the event’s official patron.

- **MARKETPLACE & MERCHANDISE:** Stalls dedicated to alternative clothing, jewelry, collectibles, and exclusive merchandise.

- **ART EXHIBITION & LIVE GRAFFITI PAINTING:** An exhibition of paintings created by some of the tattoo artists taking part in the event will be held alongside a “Live Graffiti Painting” area featuring artists from the international scene, in collaboration with Loop Color.

- **STREET FOOD & CRAFT BEER:** An outdoor Food & Drink Area and the **Novembeer Festival** will be set up, featuring live performances with free admission.

## INFO & OPENING HOURS

**WHERE:**
PALACASALI – Via della Montagnola, 72 – Ancona
15 minutes on foot from Ancona Centrale railway station.

**WHEN:**
November 6–8, 2026

**OPENING HOURS:**
**Friday, November 6:** 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
**Saturday, November 7:** 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.
**Sunday, November 8:** 11:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.

The outdoor events area will remain open until midnight.

## TICKETS & ADMISSION

Daily ticket: **€15**
Tickets can be purchased during the event directly at the box office or in advance through the online ticketing platform CiaoTickets:
https://www.ciaotickets.com/.../ankonventional...

**FREE ADMISSION:** Children under 12 // People with disabilities

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

The outdoor area is free of charge.

Due to regional ASUR regulations, pets are not allowed inside the venue.

**Follow us on social media:**
Instagram: **@ancona_tattoo_expo**

**Official hashtags:**
#ankonventional2026 #anconatattooexpo2026
Web: www.instagram.com/ancona_ta...