St. Louis Tattoo Arts Festival
- Dates
- May 14 to 16, 2027
- Status
- Confirmed
- Venue
- To be announced
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 15, 2026
St. Louis Tattoo Arts Festival returns to St. Louis, MO, May 14 to 16, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Villain Arts runs its St. Louis tattoo festival at America's Center Convention Complex in downtown St. Louis, typically in mid-May. The weekend follows the touring circuit's format: a day pass or a three day pass sold at the door, free entry for children under 12, and a floor of working tattoo artists and vendor booths rather than a stage of guest speakers. Past St. Louis editions have drawn International Artists booked onto the circuit alongside regional shops, and the show closes out each run with a note of thanks to the city before announcing the following year's dates. Out of town visitors can book into the organiser's discounted room block at the Embassy Suites by Hilton St. Louis Downtown, a short distance from the convention complex. The organiser's own event page does not publish a specific parking lot or rate for this stop, pointing instead to a general directions link for visitors driving in
What happens on the floor
Pieces go on in the open, start to finish. You can watch, and talk to artists between clients.
Finished and same-day work is judged on stage in named categories, usually late in the day.
Machines, inks, aftercare, art and clothing. Aimed at artists, but open to anyone through the door.
Stage acts between judging: sideshow, suspension and burlesque are common. Worth knowing before you sit down with a child.
Who is tattooing
No artist roster has been published for this edition, so there is no way to pick an artist in advance from the official pages.
Getting there
How do I get to St. Louis Tattoo Arts Festival?
By car
Most people drive to St. Louis Tattoo Arts Festival. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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Where
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near St. Louis Tattoo Arts Festival?
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