To Our Fellow Circus Lovers & Tattoo Collectors,

It is with heavy hearts that we are reaching out to ask for your support. On September 15th, 2026 during the early hours of the morning, Big Top Tattoos was severely impacted by a catastrophic fire that started in a neighboring business. Although the fire was completely out of our control, the aftermath has been devastating to our shop, our livelihoods, and the space that we call home.

Most importantly: No one was hurt. This is the biggest relief we can experience. However, our space suffered extensive damage. A thick & toxic layer of grease, soot, and heavy smoke covered everything in the shop. Virtually all of our belongings (art, custom furniture, needles, inks, tattoo machines, electronic equipment, etc.) have been ruined or severely contaminated needing extensive (and expensive) professional cleaning.

Because the building requires complete structural repairs that could take months, Big Top will not be able to re-open anytime soon, and we will most likely need to completely rebuild in a different location all together.

While we navigate the slow and complicated avenues of insurance and damage repair/rebuilding, our artists have suddenly lost their safe & sterile space to continue tattooing and earn a living.

Every dollar raised through this campaign will go directly toward:

Providing immediate financial relief to help cover lost income, rent, and basic living expenses while we are unable to work.

Helping our team replace lost equipment, machines, needles, inks, and tools.

Assisting with the cleanup, potential relocation, and setup costs for a new home when the time comes.

This situation is absolutely heartbreaking and it is hard to wrap our heads around it. We are overwhelmed beyond belief. Big Top has always been a space built on community, art, safety, love, and connection. Having that taken away overnight is painful beyond words.

If you are in a position to donate, no amount is too small, and every bit helps our artists stay afloat during this crisis. If you can’t donate, sharing this link with your friends & family, co-workers, followers, and community members would mean the absolute world to us.

Thank you for your love & support as we navigate this disaster. We love our community so much and can't wait until we can safely welcome you back into our circus.

Honk Honk,

The Crew at Big Top Tattoos