The Cherry City Classic Tattoo Expo happens every March at the Oregon State Fairgrounds in Salem, Oregon

Going into year four, our Tattoo Expo has taken on a life of its own! We are Salem’s only tattoo expo and we feature some of the Northwest’s Best Tattoo Artists! They spending the weekend laying down fresh ink and having a great time doing it! Come check out all the great work these artists are doing and get a new tattoo yourself. Custom bike show, custom car show, display artists, vendors, and of course tattoo artists! Stay Tuned For Updates!

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We add new artists every year. In 2026 we featured 35 of the Northwest’s Top Artists including these: