Events & Happenings
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What’s Going Down in the Steel Scene
From tattoo expos and music festivals to oddities markets, gallery nights, and underground shows — The Steel Scene Events Calendar keeps you connected to the creative pulse of Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond.
Whether you’re planning a road trip or looking for something to do this weekend, you’ll find it here first.
Upcoming & Seasonal Events
What’s Happening Right Now
Steel City Tattoo Invitational (Coming 2025)
Location: Monessen, PA
Dates: TBA
Description:
A curated tattoo convention hosted by Jake Steele & Steel City Tattoo. Expect award-winning artists, exclusive merch, live music, and a few surprises.
CTA: [Learn More] | TattooAddictHQ Convention Calendar
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Pittsburgh Oddities & Curiosities Expo
Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Date: September 13, 2025
Highlights: Taxidermy, wet specimens, rare jewelry, goth fashion, dark art, and live performances
CTA: [Buy Tickets] | [View Full List of Oddities Events]
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Hell City Tattoo Fest – Columbus, OH
Date: August 23–25, 2025
Location: Hyatt Regency, Columbus
About: One of the largest and most respected tattoo expos in the U.S.
CTA: [Explore Event] | [More Tattoo Expos]
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Sounds of Steel Summer Showcase
Date: July 20, 2025
Location: Belle Vernon Outdoor Stage
About: Live music from Mon Valley artists + special guests, food trucks, and creative vendors
CTA: [Full Lineup]
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Mon Valley Film Night
Date: October 4, 2025
Location: Historic Charleroi Theater
About: Screening of movies filmed in the region with Q&A and panel guests
CTA: [Tickets + Panel Info]
Annual Events to Watch
Friday the 13th Flash Day @ Steel City Tattoo
Monessen Night Market Series
Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival
Three Rivers Tattoo Convention – Pittsburgh
Fright Fest at Kennywood
Steel & Screen Weekend (Film & Tattoo Culture Mashup – Coming Soon)
Submit Your Event
Are you hosting a gallery opening, live show, tattoo pop-up, or vendor event?
Submit it to The Steel Scene Calendar and get featured across our platform.
[Submit an Event] | [Advertise Your Event]
Looking for national tattoo expos?
Check out our sister site TattooAddictHQ.com for a full list of conventions, artist meetups, and insider tips.