Three days where tattoo artistry, live Southern music, crawfish, food, competition, and community come together at the Mississippi State Fairgrounds.
Come for your favorite part—or experience all of it. Southern InkFest is designed so every corner of the event offers something worth discovering.
Meet professional tattoo artists from across the region and beyond, explore styles, schedule appointments, watch tattoos come to life, and see exceptional work compete for daily honors and Best of Show.
Explore the Tattoo Expo →Southern InkFest comes alive with a curated mix of rock, country, blues, and rising regional talent. The full artist lineup and final performance times will be released as they are confirmed.
Explore Live Music →Make room for fresh crawfish, festival favorites, and independent food trucks. Food and beverages are purchased separately, giving you the freedom to build your own Southern InkFest feast.
Explore the Crawfish Boil →Shop apparel, artwork, accessories, tattoo-industry products, handmade goods, and specialty merchandise from attending vendors and independent businesses.
Meet the Vendors →The details will continue to grow as the event approaches, but these experiences form the core of the weekend.
This is a preview of the rhythm of the weekend. All programming and times remain subject to change.
The expo begins, the music starts, artists get to work, and Friday competitions lead into the first Best of Day awards.
A complete day of tattooing, shopping, food, performances, competitions, and festival energy from day into night.
The final day builds toward Sunday awards, Best of Show, and the closing performances of Southern InkFest 2027.
Plan your visit to the Mississippi State Fairgrounds and be part of the next chapter of Kings & Queens of Ink.
