Carnival of Ink St. Charles 2026
Carnival of Ink

Carnival of Ink
St. Charles 2026

Carnival of Ink returns to St. Charles, Missouri for an unforgettable 3-day celebration of body art, culture, and creativity at the iconic Ameristar Casino Resort & Spa!

Dates

July 31 – Aug 2, 2026

Friday — Sunday
Noon – 10pm daily

Venue

Ameristar Casino Resort & Spa

1 Ameristar Blvd
St Charles, MO 63301

Admission

$20 / $50

1-Day Pass: $20
3-Day Pass: $50
Children 12 & under: Free

St. Charles 2026

Artists Attending

Annaleah Davis

Annaleah Davis

The Copper Fox Studio

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David Miller

David Miller

Black Eden Nixa Mo

Black and Grey Realism

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Jerel INK

Jerel INK

Jerel INK

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Lynn McNew

Lynn McNew

Almighty Tattoos

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Sam Stricklin

Sam Stricklin

Ink Row Tattoo Studio

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The Experience

Whether you're adding to your collection, searching for your first piece, or just love the art and culture, don't miss the most colorful weekend of the summer.

Ameristar Vibes! Enjoy the luxury and nightlife of Ameristar Casino, with restaurants, gaming, spa services, and world-class amenities.

Tattoo artists
What to Expect

World-Class Tattoo Artists
Meet and get tattooed by top-tier artists from across the globe. Walk-up appointments available!

Vendors & Gear
From premium tattoo supplies and aftercare to alt-fashion, artwork, and one-of-a-kind creations.

Tattoo Competitions
Enter or watch daily contests featuring the best black & grey, color, realism, and more.

More Info

Admission & Hours

Admission is $20.00 for a 1-day pass or $50.00 for a 3-day pass. Children 12 and under can enter for free, as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

Hours: Noon – 10pm

Convention highlights
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