Horror Trivia with Killer Video
Friday 4 pm

Think you know your horror? Join us for a killer 2-hour Horror Trivia Night sponsored by Akron's own Killer Video—where your brains might just be your best defense.

From cult slashers to modern-day nightmares, this trivia is not for the faint of heart.

Rules: Teams of up to 4. Free to play. Gory prizes. Wicked fun.

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Trivia starts promptly at 4 PM—don’t be late (unless you’re crawling in from the grave).

Then stick around as the horror continues with the Best Horror Tattoo Contest immediately following trivia. Got an inked monster, slasher, or scene from hell? Bring it. Show it. Win it.

Punk Rock Pinup Contest
Saturday 2 pm

Get ready to strut your studs and spike your style! The Punk Rock Pinup Contest at Rubber City Tattoo Invitational 2025 celebrates fierce, fearless self-expression with a hardcore twist. Whether you're channeling vintage rebellion or modern grit, bring your boldest look, biggest attitude, and unapologetic flair to the stage.

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Open to all genders and identities — mohawks, fishnets, combat boots, and killer confidence encouraged. Prizes, bragging rights, and punk rock glory await!

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Want to enter? Click HERE!

Tattoo Machine Olympics
Sunday 11:30 am

Calling all builders, tinkerers, and machine magicians — the Tattoo Machine Olympics is your time to shine! This one-of-a-kind competition puts the spotlight on the creators behind the coils with hands-on, head-to-head challenges that test speed, skill, and ingenuity.

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From lightning-fast assembly races to precision tuning and creative engineering chaos, it’s a no-holds-barred battle for bragging rights and the title of Machine Master of 2025.

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Come and watfch the badass builders who keep the tattoo world buzzing.

Kids' Tattoo Contest
Sunday 3 pm

It’s the littlest artists’ time to shine! The Kids' Tattoo Contest is a fun, creative, and completely kid-friendly event where young ink enthusiasts get to show off their coolest temporary tattoos. Whether it’s marker masterpieces, sticker sleeves, or airbrush art — all styles are welcome!

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Open to kids of all ages, this contest is all about imagination, self-expression, and having a blast. =

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Come join the fun — because at RCTI 2025, even the tiniest tattoo fans get to feel like rockstars!

This contest is free to enter!