NEW TATTOO
CONVENTION
INK'D ARTS FEST
THE KANKAKEE CONVENTION
In 2024, Ink'd Expression Arts was organized with the goal of creating a local festival space for our tattoo artist community to network and do what they do best - badass tattoos! Featuring the Midwest's best ink artists along with live music and a platform to showcase talent, the Ink'd Arts Fest was born.
Our idea is to connect the tattoo artist with the tattoo enthusiasts at the Ink'd Arts Fest, creating a tattoo festival experience for years to come.
Kankakee County is known for its attractive Riverfront State Park and agriculture; located about 60 miles from the Windy City of Chicago, Illinois.
Our laid-back, river valley community provides the perfect event space for tattoo enthusiasts to come together, relax, and get some ink done at the first annual Ink'd Arts Fest. Transforming the Northfield Square Mall into a Tattoo Expo this October is an event you won’t want to miss!
Good People, Great Times, Amazing Tattoos
Book your spot
Artist Registration
**Half booths are available for single artists on the registration form.**
10x10 Booth - $700
10x20 Double Booth - $140010x30 Triple Booth - $2100Register Now
Plan your visit.
Northfield Square Mall is a shopping center in Bradley, Illinois, located right off Interstate 57 and State Route 50 at Exit 315 in Kankakee County. The event is located in the mall's south end, inside the former Paul Mitchell school location. For 2 days this spot will be transformed into a tattoo expo where tattoo artists from near and far will come together with the tattoo enthusiasts and share their love for ink, art, music and more!