Apply to Tattoo at the 4th Annual Kings & Queens of Ink Tattoo Expo
June 19th – 21st, 2026 • Mississippi Trade Mart • Jackson, MS
Why You Want to Be Here
The Kings & Queens of Ink Tattoo Expo is the premier tattoo event of the South, bringing together over 100 elite artists, industry influencers, and thousands of passionate attendees under one roof.
As an artist, you’ll not only gain exposure and grow your client base, but also have the opportunity to compete in daily tattoo contests, network with vendors, and be featured in high-profile media and event reels.
- 100+ artists from across the country
- Live tattoo competitions with awards
- 3,000+ expected attendees
- National vendor exposure
- Premium booth setup & promo features
🔥 Apply NOW for an Artist Booth for 2026! 🔥
Think you’ve got what it takes to be part of the Kings & Queens of Ink Tattoo Expo?
Payment is required at the time of application submission.
To submit an artist booth application, applicants must pay either the 50% deposit or the full booth fee. Applications submitted without payment will not be reviewed.
Submitting an application does not guarantee booth acceptance. All applications and portfolios are reviewed, and artists are selected at the discretion of the event organizers.
If your application is not accepted, your payment will be fully refunded.
If accepted, your payment will be applied toward your booth total.
Artists who choose the 50% deposit option and are accepted must pay the remaining balance no later than May 19, 2026. Failure to pay the remaining balance by the deadline will result in forfeiture of the booth with no refunds and no exceptions.
Only artists who are approved for a booth will receive an acceptance email. Artists who aren’t approved will get an email notification with the refund details.
Artist Booth Package & Pricing
- 10’x10′ Booth Space
- Two Artists Badges
- Pipe and Drapes
- Waste Basket
- Sharps containers for artists
- One six-foot table with a skirt
- One six-foot table without a skirt
- Two chairs
$600.00 Per Booth
All booths are non-refundable. Applications are reviewed and confirmed via email. Artists are responsible for following local health regulations.
Artist Rules & Requirements
- HELPER PASSES ARE TO BE USED FOR HELPERS ONLY NOT YOUR CLIENTS
- Artists must comply with Mississippi Health Department regulations. You are Responsible for getting your temporary license.
- Click Here for the Temporary License Application
- NO LOUD MUSIC WILL BE PERMITTED AT YOUR BOOTH
- THIS EVENT IS DISPOSABLES ONLY. You are responsible for keeping your station clean and safe.
- Setup begins Thursday at 2 PM. Booths must be broken down by 10 PM Sunday. No early tear-downs.
- ARTISTS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN EXTENSION CORDS, SURGE PROTECTORS, AND LIGHT SOURCE
- THERE WILL BE A STENCIL STATION
- This is a professional environment. No hate speech, harassment, or disruptive behavior will be tolerated.
- Artists are encouraged to bring banners, merch, and promo cards.