Cruel Summer Tattoo Arts Festival

06/03/2026

✨ BRING ON THE BLING ✨
Want to add some permanent shine to your style without the ink? is officially joining the vendor lineup for the 2nd Annual Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival this July 31st – August 2nd! 💎🌞
Stop by their booth to get welded and treat yourself to the cutest permanent jewelry around!
👇 Who is getting linked up? Let us know in the comments!

06/03/2026

‼️Clear your calendar for July 31st – August 2nd, because Dakeim Tolson is officially coming to town! Cruel Summer is all about bringing elite artistry right to the Waldorf community, and Dakeim is delivering exactly that.💯
Check out his page at for booking details and festival updates!

Cruel Summer Tattoo Featival
July 31st - August 2nd
📍Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

06/03/2026

☀️ The ultimate summer weekend is coming together, and Nando Rivera is ready to bring the noise to Waldorf! We’re bringing together an incredible lineup of artists for three days of pure ink and community vibes.
Go show some love to and start planning your next tattoo.

✨Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival
📆July 31st - August 2nd
📍Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

06/03/2026

The forecast for July 31st just got a lot hotter. Please welcome the incredibly talented Sam to the Cruel Summer lineup this July 31st - August 2nd!
We are bringing top-tier talent straight to the Waldorf Jaycees Event Center for a weekend of killer art, great music, and unforgettable ink. Check out to see his style and lock in your session!

🗓️ July 31 – August 2
📍 Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

06/02/2026

06/01/2026

‼️Three days only. One roof. And Rachel Hoffman is officially in the building! We are happy to welcome her to the 2nd Annual Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival! ☀️
When the floor opens on July 31st, make sure you know exactly where her booth is. Go follow right now, browse her flash, and get ready for an epic weekend.👌🏻

Curl Summer Tattoo Festival
July 31st - August 2nd
Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

06/01/2026

🔥 JUDGE ANNOUNCEMENT! 🔥
💯We are thrilled to welcome the legendary Mr. James Vaughn as an Official Judge for all three days of the 2nd Annual Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival! (July 31st – August 2nd) 🗓️
With 33 years of industry experience, James knows exactly what it takes to bring home a win. Bring your absolute A-game, artists—it’s time to show the master what you’ve got! 💉✨

06/01/2026

Clean lines, solid color, and flawless ex*****on—that’s exactly what Dallas Want is bringing to the table. We’re proud to have her at the 2nd Annual Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival this year.
Give a follow to keep up with her latest work and see how to secure a slot on her festival calendar.

🏆 Cruel Summer 2026 | July 31 - Aug 2
Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

05/29/2026

☀️ The forecast for July 31st just got a lot hotter. Please welcome the incredibly talented Lyndsey Ricketts to the Cruel Summer lineup!
We are bringing top-tier talent straight to the Waldorf Jaycees Event Center for a weekend of killer art, live entertainment and unforgettable ink. Check out to see her style and lock in your session!

🗓️ July 31 – August 2
📍 Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center

05/29/2026

💯If you’ve been waiting for the perfect opportunity to get a piece from Linda, this is your sign. We are proud to host her at the Waldorf Jaycees Event Center this summer!
Quality craftsmanship, sharp ex*****on, and immaculate vibes. Head over to and slide into their DMs to get on the books.

☀️ Cruel Summer Tattoo Festival
July 31 – Aug 2
Waldorf, MD
Jaycees Event Center