Tattoo Show to bring ink, art, culture and family entertainment to Hawkesbury
WESTERN Sydney is getting its own major celebration of tattooing, art, culture and creativity this November, with the Western Sydney Tattoo Show 2026 taking over Hawkesbury Race Club on Saturday, November 14.
Presented by the Professional Tattooing Association of Australia (PTAA), the Western Sydney Tattoo Show will bring together tattoo artists from across the region and beyond for a huge 12-hour event celebrating the people, history and culture behind one of Australia’s most recognised creative industries.
Organisers say you certainly don’t need tattoos to enjoy the day.
As well as live tattooing and tattoo competitions, the event will feature a car and chopper show and competition, live music, live street art, food trucks, market and industry vendors, amusement rides and a free petting zoo, with kids receiving free entry to the show.
Visitors will have the opportunity to experience tattooing beyond the modern studio, including traditional Samoan hand-tapped tattooing through the Sulu'ape legacy.
For the PTAA, which celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2025, the event is an opportunity to celebrate where Australian tattooing has come from while showcasing the artists who are shaping its future.
“Western Sydney has a strong creative community and some phenomenal tattoo artists. We wanted to create something that celebrates that culture while opening the doors to the wider community. You don't have to be tattooed to come along — this is a day for artists, families, car enthusiasts, music lovers and anyone who wants to experience something a little different,” - PTAA president, Jeff Rhodes said.
From established tattooers and emerging artists to traditional tattoo practices, street artists, musicians, automotive enthusiasts and local businesses, the Western Sydney Tattoo Show will bring a diverse mix of Western Sydney culture together in one place.
Western Sydney Tattoo Show 2026 | Saturday, 14 November 2026 | 10am–10pm | Hawkesbury Race Club | 1 Racecourse Road, Clarendon NSW 2756 |
Featuring Live tattooing | Tattoo competitions and exhibitions Traditional Samoan hand-tapped tattooing | Car and chopper show and competition | Live street art
Live music and entertainment | Food trucks | Market and industry vendors Amusement rides | Free petting zoo.
Free entry to the show for children. Tickets are available now at - www.westernsydneytattooshow.com - with tickets also available at the gate.
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