CRAWFISH & SOUTHERN FLAVOR
Freshly prepared crawfish and accompanying menu details will be announced before the festival.
SOUTHERN FLAVOR · FESTIVAL ENERGY
Roll up your sleeves and gather around the tables for crawfish, live music, festival food, and the unmistakable energy of a Southern spring weekend.
A SOUTHERN WEEKEND TRADITION
The crawfish boil brings the flavor and fellowship of Mississippi to the heart of Southern InkFest. It is a place to sit down, share a table, refuel, and take in the energy between the Tattoo Expo and outdoor live-music stage.
Serving details, menu options, pricing, and daily availability will be announced as food operations are finalized.
THE EXPERIENCE
The boil is designed as a gathering place where Southern food, music, tattoo culture, and community come together.
Freshly prepared crawfish and accompanying menu details will be announced before the festival.
Take a seat, share the experience, and enjoy the atmosphere with friends and fellow festival guests.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Southern InkFest with the outdoor music experience nearby.
EXPLORE LIVE MUSIC →Additional approved food trucks and mobile food vendors will offer more choices throughout the weekend.
APRIL 16–18, 2027
Exact serving periods and availability will be included in the final festival schedule.
Kick off Southern InkFest with tattooing, festival food, and Friday’s live-music experience.
SERVING DETAILS COMING SOONMake the crawfish boil part of the biggest day of the festival weekend.
SERVING DETAILS COMING SOONGather around one more time before Best of Show and the Sunday music finale.
SERVING DETAILS COMING SOONHOW IT WILL WORK
Final purchasing and serving procedures will be published before the event. Crawfish quantities may be limited, so review the daily schedule and arrive during posted serving periods.
Serving periods will be posted with the official event schedule.
Portion options, pricing, and accepted payment methods will be announced.
Enjoy your meal while taking in the atmosphere of Southern InkFest.
BEYOND THE BOIL
Southern InkFest will also feature approved food trucks and mobile food vendors offering additional meals, snacks, and refreshments.
FOOD VENDORS
Applications are open for self-sufficient food trucks and mobile food vendors. All applications and menus are reviewed, and space is limited.
BEFORE YOU ORDER
Crawfish is shellfish and may cause severe allergic reactions. Guests with shellfish allergies should avoid the boil service area and ask vendors about preparation practices.
Food may be prepared or served in environments where shellfish and other common allergens are present. Cross-contact cannot be ruled out.
Ingredients and preparation methods may vary. Direct ingredient, allergen, or dietary questions to the individual food operator before ordering.
DON’T MISS THE DETAILS
Join the Royal List for crawfish-boil information, food-vendor announcements, music updates, and ticket releases.