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Chicago to Host First-Ever All-Women Tattoo Festival This September

July 8, 2025

CHICAGO — July 6, 2025 — Chicago will welcome its first all-women tattoo festival, Tattoo Lady Fest, from September 5–7, 2025, at Loft on Lake in the West Loop. The three-day event will feature 18 women tattoo artists from around the world and offer live tattooing, music, vendors, and raffles benefiting local nonprofits.

Presale tickets go on sale July 1. General admission is $20, while VIP access — which includes a drink wristband — is $30. Children under 12 can attend for free, but guests must be 18 or older with a valid ID to receive tattoos. Attendees are encouraged to book appointments with artists in advance through the official website or Instagram page.

Festival hours run 1 PM–10 PM on Friday, 11 AM–10 PM on Saturday, and 11 AM–6 PM on Sunday. Artists hail from cities including Los Angeles, Portland, Nashville, and San Juan, offering a range of tattoo styles and specialties.

In addition to live tattooing, Tattoo Lady Fest will feature refreshments, merchandise, and a raffle with prizes like $150–$500 tattoo gift cards. Proceeds will support Erie House, Sistas in the Village, and Brave Space Alliance.

For tickets, artist info, and updates, follow @tattooladyfest on Instagram or visit good-omen-chicago.com.

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