Lansing Tattoo Convention

Running Friday (April 25) through Sunday (April 27) at the Lansing Center, the Lansing Tattoo Convention will offer more than just an opportunity to get a new tattoo or piercing (or a few) — there will also be tattoo and piercing contests, a pin-up contest (4 p.m. Saturday), a beauty pageant, a showdown between tattoo apprentices, a beard and mustache competition (3:30 p.m. Saturday), seminars on different tattoo styles, live music and a chance to meet other local tattoo enthusiasts. The Comfort Zone Cigar Lounge & Bistro will also offer 10% off food, cocktails and cigars for ticket holders on Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $25 per day or $60 for the weekend. To purchase tickets, register for the competitions and view the full lineup of entertainment, visit tattoocitytatcon.com.