Code of conduct

Badges and passes
Anyone over five needs an official badge. Adults need one from age 13, kids 6 to 12 need a kids' pass, and children under 6 are free. Badges are non-transferable and non-refundable. Entry does not guarantee access to full rooms.

Bag check
Everyone goes through a bag check at each entry point. Prohibited items cannot be brought in.

Behaviour
Be respectful and considerate. Disruptive conduct, fighting, harassment and throwing items are prohibited. Anyone under 13 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.

Harassment
Harassment of any kind, including online, is prohibited. Report incidents to event security or staff, or through the Report a concern option in this app.

Cosplay and costumes
Costumes must be family friendly. Nudity, hate symbols and sheer or body paint substitutes for clothing are not allowed. Shoes are required. Military or official style costumes must be clearly distinguishable from real uniforms. Oversized costumes and props may be restricted in certain areas.

Prop inspections
Props are inspected at designated points each day and tagged or wristbanded. Removing a tag or wristband means removal from the event without a refund.

Weapons
Firearms, ammunition, explosives and anything that looks like a firearm are prohibited, even if inoperable. Bladed and blunt weapons are prohibited. Weapons purchased from exhibitors must remain sealed and secured until you leave.

Prohibited items
Skateboards, hoverboards, drones, helium balloons, confetti, luggage, coolers and other items management deems disruptive or unsafe. Outside food and drink are not allowed, with limited exceptions.

Recording and filming
Personal, non-disruptive photography is allowed. Recording is prohibited during panels, in the autograph hall and in other designated areas.

Commercial activity
Selling, promoting, soliciting, fundraising and distributing materials are prohibited except for licensed exhibitors in their assigned areas.

Smoking, pets, camping
Smoking, vaping and smokeless tobacco are prohibited. Pets are prohibited without advance written permission; trained service animals are allowed. Sleeping, camping and camping equipment are prohibited.

Use of image
Attendees may be photographed or recorded, and Comicpalooza may use those images for promotional purposes.

Violations
Management decides what counts as a violation. Violators may be removed without a refund and barred from re-entry.