What to Expect at Cherry Bomb on Friday the 13th

If you've never done a Friday the 13th tattoo event in NYC, here's the deal: Cherry Bomb's version is fast, high-energy, and totally no-frills. And honestly? That's what makes it great.

Friday the 13th is one of those rare days in tattoo culture where everyone knows the deal. The rules are simple, and once you know what to expect, it's way more fun.

Walk-Ins Only, All Day

No appointments. No reservations. No skipping the line.

People show up throughout the day, so you'll see a rotating queue, quick turnarounds on smaller pieces, and a constantly buzzing studio. If you're looking for a classic walk-in experience in NYC, this is it.

Flash Only

Everything's drawn from our Friday the 13th flash sheets, designs made specifically for this event.

So that means no custom work, no bringing in reference photos, and no tweaking the designs. You pick what's on the sheet, and that's what you're getting. It's part of the tradition, and it keeps things moving.

Placement Rules (This Part's Important)

To keep things running smoothly we have some rules:

• Arms and legs only

• Black and grey only

• No changes to size, design, or placement

If you're flexible and just here for the vibe, you'll have a blast. If you need something super specific or customized, Friday the 13th probably isn't the right fit, and that's totally fine!

Expect a Crowd (In a Good Way)

Friday the 13th events in NYC get packed. Cherry Bomb will be full, loud, and chaotic in that classic flash-day way. People are making quick decisions, hyping each other up, and walking out with fresh tattoos It's communal, a little messy, and very New York.

Friday the 13th tattoos are about showing up, letting go a little, and walking out with something you didn't overthink. Some people get their first tattoo this way. Others come back every time.

If you've been looking for a reason to get tattooed in NYC, this is it!

See you on the 13th. 🖤