Pop Cult Con will be held on January 31st - February 2nd at the Park Expo Center in Charlotte, NC! The address is: 2500 E Independence Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28205. 

This event is free to attend!

We will be providing a variety of accessibility accommodations, including wheelchair-accessible seating. If you would like more information please don't hesitate to get in touch here.

There will be over 300 tattoo artists from all over the world attending Pop Cult Con. They will be tattooing a variety of pop-cult-inspired designs.

In addition to tattooing, there will also be a variety of other events happening at Pop Cult Con, such as:

• Cosplay contests

• Artist workshops

• Vendors selling pop culture merchandise

• Food and drinks

To get tattooed at Pop Cult Con, you will need to contact the artist you are interested in and book an appointment. Some artists may be taking walk-ins, but it is best to book in advance.

The convention is open to all ages. However, only those who are 18 years or older can get tattooed.

Yes, there is a large parking lot available at the Park Expo Center. There is $10 fee to park in this lot. 

The full rules and regulations for Pop Cult Con can be found on the website. However, some of the important rules include:

• No weapons or illegal substances are allowed.

• No smoking or vaping is allowed inside the Park Expo Center.

• Animals are not allowed.

The convention will be open from 1PM-10PM on Friday, 11AM-10PM on Saturday, and 11AM-8PM on Sunday.

The vendor information booth will be located at the Loading Dock during Load in hours. 

Vendors can set up their booths starting at 2-8pm on Thursday and must be cleared out by 8pm on Sunday.

Booth fees vary depending on the size of the booth. You can find more information about booth fees here.

All types of vendors are welcome at Anime Ink Con, including:

• Artists

• Retailers

• Service providers

Vendor applications are now open. You can apply online here.

To be a partner of Pop Cult Con, your business must meet the following requirements:

• Be a legitimate business with a good reputation

• Be able to commit to a minimum sponsorship level

Partners of Pop Cult Con receive a variety of benefits, including:

• Increased brand awareness

• Access to a captive audience

• Exclusive marketing opportunities

Partnership opportunities are available for businesses that are interested in supporting Pop Cult Con. You can learn more about partnership opportunities here.

To be a volunteer at Pop Cult Con, you must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 hours of volunteer work

There are a variety of volunteer opportunities available at Pop Cult Con, including:

• Registration

• Artist support

• Crowd control

• Clean up

Volunteer applications are now open. You can apply online here.

No, Pop Cult Con does not permit the use or display of AI-generated tattoos or artwork in any form. We are committed to supporting the creativity and craftsmanship of human artists. All tattoos and art showcased or sold at the convention must be original works created by the attending artists.

The information booth will be located at the entrance to Freedom Hall at the Park Expo Center.

Pop Cult Tattoo Con is not responsible or liable for any tattoos or medical issues that may arise from tattoos received during the convention. All tattoo services are provided by independent artists and vendors. Any concerns, including those related to the quality of the tattoo, the healing process, or medical complications, should be directed to your tattoo artist. We strongly recommend that you discuss aftercare and any health concerns directly with your chosen artist before getting a tattoo.