The Athens Tattoo Expo returns to the city’s Old OSY Bus Depot in Gazi from October 16 to 18, 2026, celebrating its 10th anniversary with 170 tattoo artists from across Greece and a program dedicated to tattoo culture, contemporary art and street entertainment.
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Held at the former OSY depot at the intersection of Ermou and Pireos streets, the three-day event brings together artists, enthusiasts and members of the tattoo community for one of Greece’s largest tattoo festivals.
170 tattoo artists showcase their work
Under the theme Athens Tattoo Expo — Beyond Ink, this year’s edition will feature 170 artists specially selected and invited to participate in the anniversary event.
The line-up spans a wide range of tattoo styles, from traditional designs and tribal motifs to hyperrealism, fine-line work and experimental techniques. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet artists, discover emerging talent and watch live tattooing sessions throughout the festival.
The event also serves as a meeting point for professionals, bringing together established names from Greece’s tattoo scene and providing a platform for artists to present their work and exchange ideas.
Beyond tattoos: Music, art and street culture
The anniversary program extends beyond tattooing, transforming the Old OSY Bus Depot into a hub of street culture and live entertainment.
Activities include tattoo competitions, live DJ sets and bands, art exhibitions, graffiti and street performances, BMX shows, fire performances, pole dancing, acrobatics and body painting. Game rooms and an interactive zone will also form part of the festival experience.
Tattoos for a good cause
The Athens Tattoo Expo will once again support Make-A-Wish Greece, continuing a charitable initiative that has accompanied the festival since its first year.
Through the Star Your Body campaign, visitors can get a tattoo inspired by the organization’s “Wish Star”, with 100% of the proceeds from these tattoos going to Make-A-Wish Greece to support its work fulfilling the wishes of children who need it.
According to the organizers, participating artists have created more than 8,000 Wish Star tattoos to date. The initiative gives visitors a way to support the organization while taking home a small piece of tattoo art with a charitable purpose.
Athens Tattoo Expo 2026: Dates and opening hours
The 10th Athens Tattoo Expo takes place at the Old OSY Bus Depot in Gazi over three days in October.
Dates: Friday, October 16, to Sunday, October 18, 2026
Venue: Old OSY Bus Depot, Ermou 1 and Pireos Street, Gazi, Athens
Friday: 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Saturday: 12 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Sunday: 11 a.m. – 9 p.m.
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