POLICIES

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 to re-enter
  • 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. This is required at all times while on the premises of the Event.

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

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

FIREARMS

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

ANIMALS

Animals are not permitted at the Event except for trained service animals.

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO RECORDING

You can bring a camera, but with some restrictions. Attendees are permitted to use still cameras with lenses that do not exceed 85mm in focal length for personal use. Tripods, monopods, external lighting, “selfie sticks,” and cameras with lenses longer than 85mm are not allowed without a press badge. Additionally, you agree not to take pictures or videos where posted or announced as prohibited. When taking photographs or video recordings at the Event, please watch surrounding foot traffic. Avoid blocking hallways and pathways for extended periods. Please be considerate and ask before taking pictures of attendees, guests, exhibitors, exhibit spaces, and volunteers. Absolutely NO videos or photos are allowed in Celebrity Row without express written permission.

DISTRIBUTION OF FLYERS AND PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS

Distribution of flyers or other promotional materials without prior approval of Event management is not permitted. Attendees, exhibitors, and guests who violate this rule will lose their access. They will face removal from the event at Event management’s discretion. Unapproved flyers and other promotional materials found on the convention premises will be discarded without notice by Event staff.

SIGNAGE

Attendees, exhibitors, or guests can’t post or display signage anywhere in the convention area without prior approval of Event management. 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 who violate this rule will lose their access. They will face removal from the event at Event management’s discretion.

MOBILITY SERVICES

If you have a disability that affects your mobility, we’re happy to provide your companion with Mobility Assistance Badges. We want to make your experience more comfortable. These badges can be picked up 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 will 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 will 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. 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 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, and must be peace bonded 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 or arrows, and water. It also includes “Exploderz”, fluids, or any other substances, soft or hard, which can be fired from a weapon. Arrow props must not have tips and will not be fired.
  • All costume props and weapons must be peace bonded by El Paso Convention Center Security before entering event. Peace bonding is mandatory. After inspection, all guns will have zip ties or similar attached. This shows they have been checked and indicates they are unusable as weapons and safe for display.
  • Any costume prop/weapon deemed dangerous by El Paso Convention Center Security must be removed from the premises.
  • Do not brandish props/weapons in a threatening manner. Please be aware of how security personnel will interpret your actions in or outside of convention areas.
  • Any prohibited (dangerous) weapons purchased from vendor areas must be securely packaged. Prizes must also be securely packaged. These items should be promptly removed from the convention center.
  • All costume props and weapons must be inspected daily

If you are unwilling to follow these policies, refrain from bringing your costume props or weapons to the Event.

These policies are subject to change. Please check this website closer to the Event. This will ensure your costume props follow the current policies.

Event management reserves the right to revoke an attendee’s access without refund. This applies to 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.