Stage & Shows
Live bands, DJs, sideshow performers, and more. Every show is an experience beyond tattoos.
Live Music
Bands and DJs keeping the energy high all day
Sideshow Acts
Death-defying performers and oddities
Hosted Events
MC'd contests, interviews, and giveaways
Live Performers
Neil E. Dee
The Defying Death StageAcclaimed Canadian comedian and entertainer defying death live on stage.
London Only · Aug 14–16 · Fri, Sat & Sun · Times TBA
Steve Goodtime
The Defying Death StageSideshow spectacle on the Defying Death Stage — fire, blades, and death-defying stunts live in London.
London Only · Aug 14–16 · Fri, Sat & Sun · Times TBA
Omri Kash
Musical GuestMusical guest Omri Kash performs live on the Inked Circus stage in London.
London Only · Aug 14–16 · Fri, Sat & Sun · 3:30 PM & 6:00 PM
The Beresfords
Attending Stage DuoLive musical duo performing on the Inked Circus stage at Aurora.
Aurora Only · Sat Apr 25 · 2:00–3:00 PM & 5:00–6:00 PM
Skye the Guy
The Defying Death StageFire-breathing sideshow performer defying death's grip live on stage all weekend. The Defying Death Stage returns to London, Ontario Aug 14–16 at the J-AAR Expo Centre.
London Only · Aug 14–16 · Fri & Sun · Times TBA
Stage Schedule
Contest registrations, judging times, and award ceremonies — all in chronological order.
3:00 PM
Doors Open
Show floor opens to the public. Artists begin tattooing.
3:30 PMLive Show
Omri Kash — Live On Stage
Musical guest Omri Kash performs live on the Inked Circus stage.
4:30 PMLive Show
Roaming / Small Crowd Set
Neil E. Dee, Skye the Guy & Stevie Goodtime — roaming and small crowd sets.
5:30 PMLive Show
Roaming / Small Crowd Set
Neil E. Dee, Skye the Guy & Stevie Goodtime — roaming and small crowd sets.
6:00 PMLive Show
Omri Kash — Live On Stage
Musical guest Omri Kash performs live on the Inked Circus stage.
7:00 PMLive Show
Main Stage — Full Show
All performers — Neil E. Dee, Skye the Guy & Stevie Goodtime — live on the main stage. 45–60 min showcase.
7:00 PMLive Show
Neil E. Dee — Live On Stage
8:00 PMLive Show
Live Stage Show Ends
8:30 PMContest
Friday Fresh — Registration Closes
Last chance to register your fresh tattoo for Friday contests.
8:30 PMContest
Friday Fresh — Judging Begins
Judging commences immediately on the Main Stage. Categories: Best Small Color, Best Small Black & Grey, Best Small Neotrad or New Skool, Best Small Theme Category.
~10:00 PMAward
Best of Day — Friday
Best of Day awarded on the Main Stage from the top finalists of Friday Fresh.
11:00 PM
Doors Close
Show floor closes for the evening.