Friday the 13th is shaping up to be a shopping-and-ink day this year: multiple Sacramento tattoo studios announced flash-sale events for March 13, and Chipotle is running a national BOGO offer for customers who show their tattoos. With one of 2026’s Friday the 13ths falling on March 13, shoppers and ink lovers are planning where to line up.

Where to get cheap tattoos in Sacramento on March 13

Several Sacramento parlors published Friday the 13th specials, mostly first-come, first-served flash events.

  • Les Tattoos — Hosting a dual flash sale and a studio grand opening at 2223 10th St. Flash tattoos run 10 a.m.–4 p.m., cash-only; artists will take a limited number of patrons. Their evening grand-opening party (7–10 p.m.) includes a ribbon cutting, a fundraiser raffle, drag performances and a pop-up shop.
  • Electric Moon Tattoo Studio — At 5493 Carlson Dr., Suite H, the shop posted that flash tattoos will be priced about $50–$80 starting at noon. The studio urged followers to check Instagram the night before for the custom flash sheet; they also teased piercing specials.
  • Pok-A-Dotz Shop — In Alkali Flats (710 12th St.), the location will run a vendor market from 11 a.m.–8 p.m. with a dozen vendors on site, offering food and goods alongside tattoo activity.
  • River City Tattoo — In Old Sacramento (1021 Second St., Suite 200), the shop advertised $40 tattoo specials and discounts on piercings, starting at 10 a.m. on a first-come basis.
  • Elysian Tattoo Gallery — At 2031 J St., flash-day tats will start at $113.
  • The Lucky Lotus Tattoo — Opening its doors at 2030 Sutterville Road with an original flash art sale from 10 a.m. until midnight and a free portrait photography session for participants who want images of their new ink.

Chipotle’s BOGO for tattooed customers

Nationally, Chipotle announced a BOGO promotion tied to Friday the 13th: customers who show a tattoo at participating restaurants can get a buy-one-get-one deal on their order. The offer was reported widely online, and coverage noted the promotion is a playful nod to the chain’s branded, “tatted” bag design.

How many Friday the 13ths are there in 2026?

Good news for deal hunters: 2026 has three Friday the 13ths — February 13, March 13 and November 13. That means March’s events are one of three chances this year to score seasonal specials from shops and chains.

Fan and local reaction

Shops used Instagram and other social channels to preview flash sheets and times, drawing interest from collectors and casual clients alike. Community roundups and comment threads showed a mix of excitement and good-natured skepticism about the Chipotle offer — some diners embraced the BOGO idea, others joked they’d skip the chain despite the deal.

What to expect and tips

  • Most studio specials are first-come, first-served; arrive early for the best selection.
  • Check each shop’s social accounts for the flash sheet and any last-minute changes.
  • Bring cash where noted (Les Tattoos specified cash-only for the flash event).
  • If you plan to use the Chipotle BOGO, confirm participation at your local restaurant and be prepared to show your tattoo.

Whether you’re chasing $40 ink in Old Sacramento or a free burrito through a BOGO, March 13, 2026, is proving to be a lively Friday the 13th for tattoo fans and deal seekers. Keep an eye on studios’ social posts the night before for the most up-to-date flash sheets and start times.