Tattoo Arts Festival
July 31 – August 2, 2026
Jaycees Event Center · Waldorf, MD
Presented by Village Tattoo & Body Piercing
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Cruel Summer
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The hottest tattoo arts festival in the DMV returns July 31 – August 2, 2026 at the Jaycees Event Center in Waldorf, Maryland. Three days of world-class ink, live entertainment, and good vibes.
July 31 – Aug 2
3 Days of Ink & Art
Three full days of live tattooing, competitions, entertainment, and culture.
Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center
3090 Crain Hwy, Waldorf, MD 20601 — easy access from DC, Virginia & beyond.
From $25
1-Day or 3-Day Passes
1-Day Pass: $25 · 3-Day Pass: $60. Kids 12 and under are free!
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Jaycees Event Center
3090 Crain Hwy, Waldorf, MD 20601
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