Coeur d’Alene Tattoo Festival (2026)
The Coeur d'Alene Tattoo Festival runs June 3 through June 7, 2026, at the Coeur d'Alene Casino in Worley, Idaho. Jay Brown and the Rosini Tattoo Family organize this five-day event using a format that recalls older tattoo conventions: two days of social activities followed by three days of tattooing. The event begins June 3 with a charity miniature golf tournament at Triple Play in Hayden. June 4 features a cruise on Coeur d'Alene Lake and time in downtown Coeur d'Alene, followed by an Artists and VIP Welcome Party with buffet at the casino. The Marshall Tucker Band performs that evening with tickets sold separately from the festival pass. June 5 through June 7 are the tattooing days. Award-winning tattooists from across the United States work in the casino convention space. This year's Guest of Honor is Rusty Savage, marking 50 years of tattooing. Attendees can book appointments directly with participating artists or request walk-up work during the event. The floor layout keeps vendor booths separate from tattoo stations to reduce congestion. The Coeur d'Alene Casino sits on the Coeur d'Alene Indian Reservation about 25 miles south of Coeur d'Alene city. The venue includes hotel rooms, multiple restaurants, and ample parking. Most attendees stay on-site at the casino hotel or in Coeur d'Alene proper and commute to Worley for the tattoo days. The Pacific Northwest maintains a strong tattoo tradition, particularly in Seattle and Portland, and this festival draws heavily from that regional base while welcoming travelers from across the country. Ticket information is available through the organizers' social media channels. The golf tournament and concert require separate purchases. Bring government-issued photo identification for casino entry and cash for tattoo deposits and tips. The casino allows smoking in designated gaming areas. Cell service can be spotty in the casino building, so confirm appointment details with artists before arriving.