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Tattoo Shops in Shelby, NC

10 studios in and around Shelby, North Carolina — call ahead even for walk-ins — a shop with five artists can still be booked solid on a Saturday, and piercing hours often differ from tattoo hours.

Shelby has about 22,778 residents, which works out to 44 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Dead Hero Tattoo LLC

1243 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152-6841

+17044817007 Website Directions

Greeneworks Tattoo Walk-ins welcomeCustom design

112 Belmont Pl, Shelby, NC 28150

+17044069559 Website Directions

Jimmy's tattoo paint and pierce

104 Gidney St, Shelby, NC 28150-5806

+17046006167 Directions

Jimmys tattoo paint and pierce

226 Lee St, Shelby, NC 28150-3712

+17046006167 Website Directions

Pits tattoos

209 Putnam St, Shelby, NC 28152-6535

+18283333967 Directions

Shiny New Tattoo

515 N Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28150-4426

+17044810082 Directions

Shiny New Tattoo

217 N Lafayette St, Shelby, NC 28150-4447

+19804040968 Directions

Shiny New Tattoo

524 E Dixon Blvd, Shelby, NC 28152

(704) 481-0082 Directions

Sticks and Stones Art & Tattoo

307 West Graham St, Suite 1, Shelby, NC

Directions

Tip: weekday afternoons are the easiest time to get a walk-in seat — Friday and Saturday fill with appointments by noon. For custom work, message the artist a week ahead with reference images; a deposit of $50–100 that counts toward the final price is standard practice, not a red flag.

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How many tattoo shops are there in Shelby?
We list 10 tattoo shops in Shelby with addresses, and 9 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in Shelby?
Call ahead — 9 of the 10 tattoo shops here list a number. Hours at independent tattoo shops shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

Are tattoo shops open on Sunday?
Operating hours vary by studio, but many tattoo parlors open on weekends to accommodate client schedules. There are currently 10 tattoo shops listed in Shelby, North Carolina, with 9 providing direct phone contact to verify their Sunday availability. We recommend calling ahead or booking an appointment online.

Where can I get tattoo removal?
You can find professional laser tattoo removal services at specialized clinics and select tattoo parlors in Shelby, North Carolina. Our directory features 10 local providers, including 9 with verified contact numbers to schedule a consultation. Compare local listings to find certified technicians near you.