POLICIES

The Event has policies in place to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all attendees, exhibitors, guests, and volunteers.

ATTENDEE FEES & BADGES

  • An attendee or exhibitor badge/wristband must be worn at all times while attending the Event
  • Attendees not wearing badge/wristband will not be allowed in convention areas
  • Each attendee or exhibitor badge/wristband admits one person to the Event
  • Event attendee and exhibitor badge/wristband is non-transferable
  • The Event will not replace lost badge/wristband
  • If a badge is lost a new one must be purchased at standard price in order to regain entry
  • It is unlawful to duplicate or alter an Event badge/wristband
  • Duplicated or altered badge/wristband will be confiscated and the offending parties will be ejected from the Event

CHILDREN

All children aged 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or older at all times while on the premises of the Event.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

El Paso Comic Con, the El Paso Convention Center, and any of their agents will not be held responsible or liable for lost belongings. A Lost and Found will be located at the Information Area at the El Paso Convention Center.

FIREARMS

Because El Paso Convention Center carries a liquor license, Texas state law prohibits the possession of firearms by anyone on its premises, outside of law enforcement personnel. This restriction includes both concealed and non-concealed firearms, permit or no permit.

ANIMALS

Animals are not permitted at the Event with the exception of trained service animals.

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO RECORDING

When taking photographs or video recordings at the Event please observe surrounding traffic and avoid blocking hallways and pathways for extended periods. Please be considerate and ask before taking pictures of attendees, guests, exhibitors, exhibit spaces, and volunteers.

DISTRIBUTION OF FLYERS AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

Distribution of flyers or other promotional materials without prior approval of Event management is not permitted. Unapproved flyers and other promotional materials found on the convention premises will be discarded without notice by Event staff.

SIGNAGE

The posting of and display of signage by attendees, exhibitors, or guests anywhere in the convention area without prior approval of Event management is not permitted. Offending signs will be taken down and confiscated by Event staff without warning. Signs that are integral parts of costumes may be permitted with approval of Event staff.

Attendees, exhibitors, and guests found in violation of this rule may be subject to badge revocation and ejection from the event at Event management’s discretion.

MOBILITY SERVICES

If you have a disability that affects your mobility at El Paso Comic Con we’re happy to provide your companion with Mobility Assistance Badges during on-site badge pickup. The following services are provided to attendees wearing Mobility Assistance Badges.  Please keep in mind that Mobility Assistance Badges do not provide the following:

  • Skipping spots in lines (companion may wait in line in your place)
  • Early access to panels, workshops, and special events
  • Guaranteed access to panels, workshops, special events, autographs, or photo ops

SERVICE ANIMALS

Trained service animals are welcome at El Paso Comic Con subject to the rules of the El Paso Convention Center. Service animals must be kept on leashes or harnesses and under control of the owner at all times.

FACILITY ADA INFORMATION

The El Paso Convention Center is an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant facility. Guests with special needs or service animals are welcome. The facility offers accessible entrances and parking, wheelchair ramps, elevators, automatic doors, and restrooms. For more information about the El Paso Convention Center’s ADA accommodations, please call (915) 534-0600.

IMPROPER CONDUCT

The following will not be tolerated at the Event and may result in removal from the Event without a refund:

  • Harassment, intimidation, offensive behavior, or offensive comments
  • Any behavior putting patron safety at risk
  • Possession of illegal substances (drugs)
  • Drug or alcohol intoxication
  • Running, dancing, or rough housing
  • Stalking
  • Physical assault and/or battery
  • Non-consensual photography or video recording
  • Disruption of panels, signings, workshops, exhibitions, or any other part of the Event
  • Camping or sleeping anywhere on the convention premises
  • Verbal or physical abuse of attendees, guests, exhibitors, or costumed guests (cosplayers)
  • Inappropriate physical contact or unwelcome physical attention

COSTUME PROP POLICY

We love cosplay and the creativity behind bringing your favorite characters to life. While safety is our number one priority, we want you to bring your Cosplay A-Game, within the guidelines set by the El Paso Convention Center.⁠ ⁠ The El Paso Convention Center has designated a specific prop policy for El Paso Comic Con. Final decisions on prop weapons and armor will always be at the discretion of El Paso Convention Center Security. While EPCON shares your feedback and concerns with the facility, the final decision is made by them.⁠

  • Super-realistic military, police, or firefighter costumes will not be allowed.
  • Metal armor and shields must have dull edges so as to not potentially injure anyone. Keep in mind, metal props will slow down the screening process at the security checkpoint.
  • Costume weapons must be easily distinguishable from real weapons. All prop firearms must have a red or orange cap on the barrel. If the weapon is made of steel or of a similar metal it must be secured inside a sheath. At no time shall a real metal weapon be removed from its sheath. Sufficiently blunt wooden staves and bullwhips are also permitted, subject to peace bonding at entry.
  • Costume weapons capable of firing projectiles (Nerf guns, airsoft guns, bows, etc.) Will not be allowed. Bows must not be strung.
  • Projectiles of any kind are forbidden. This includes airsoft ammo, Nerf darts/arrows, water, “Exploderz”, fluids, or any other substances, soft or hard, which can be fired from a weapon. Arrow props may not have tips and may not be fired.
  • All costume props and weapons must be peace bonded by El Paso Comic Con staff prior to show entry. Peace bonding is mandatory. After inspection all guns will have zip ties attached to their triggers indicating that they are unusable as weapons and safe for display.
  • If El Paso Comic Con staff identifies any costume prop or weapon to be dangerous at entry or at any time during the show, you will be asked to remove the offending item from the premises, or it will be confiscated. El Paso Comic Con reserves the right to determine on a case-by-case basis what is considered a prohibited costume prop or weapon.
  • If your costume prop or weapon is confiscated it will be tagged with your name and held by El Paso Comic Con staff. It will be returned to you once you depart the event. El Paso Comic Con will not be held responsible for any damage to confiscated items under its possession. When in doubt, leave it at home!
  • Do not brandish weapons or props in a threatening manner. Please be aware of how security personnel may interpret your actions in or outside of convention areas.
  • Any prohibited (dangerous) weapons purchased from vendor areas or won as prizes must be securely packaged and immediately removed from the convention center.
  • All costume props and weapons must be inspected daily
  • If you do not want to have your costume props or weapons inspected or tagged, of if you are unwilling to comply with these policies, please do not bring your costume props or weapons to the Event.

These policies are subject to change. Please be sure to continue to check this website closer to the Event to ensure your costume props comply with the current policies

Event management reserves the right to revoke without refund the badge of any attendee found not in compliance with its policies. Attendees are expected to exercise common sense in public behavior, interpersonal interaction, and have respect for private property.