Expect to see butterflies, moons and flaming skulls in Chinatown this weekend — all in ink, of course.
The Philadelphia Tattoo Arts Festival returns Friday through Sunday for its 26th year at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The three-day expo will feature numerous opportunities to get inked by renowned artists, including a few made famous by reality shows like "Ink Master" and "Tattoo Age." Contests will be held every day of the festival, with categories ranging from cover-ups to color portraits.
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Other entertainment includes circus and sideshow acts (like former Ringling Bros. star James Maltman) and a special educational seminar with falcons and owls from The Raptory.
While festivities officially begin Friday at 2 p.m., revelers can start celebrating early at Tattooed Mom's opening party Thursday night. The South Street bar will offer 75-cent pierogis until the kitchen closes at 12:30 a.m., as well as $4 drafts until 11 p.m.
Admission to the Philadelphia Tattoo Arts Festival costs $25 per day or $50 for a three-day pass. Children 12 and under can attend for free.
Philadelphia Tattoo Arts Festival
Friday, Jan. 26 to Sunday, Jan. 28
Pennsylvania Convention Center
1101 Arch St., Philadelphia, PA 19107
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