ScareFest Weekend is dedicated to the safety and security of ALL attendees, guests, staff, volunteers, and exhibitors participating in the event.  Please read this entire policy before attending ScareFest Weekend. Failure to follow this policy may result in your removal from the convention without refund.

• All attendees must adhere to State & Federal Laws at all times.  If it is illegal outside of the convention, it is illegal inside the convention.
• EVERY prop will be handled on a case-by-case basis. You may be asked to take further measures to make the prop safe before it will be given approval. Be prepared for this contingency.
• Any approved prop may be revoked at any time at the discretion of ScareFest Weekend staff or security, for reasons including, but not limited to, the item being utilized or brandished in an inappropriate fashion or if complaints are received regarding its improper display.
• ScareFest Weekend reserves the right to refuse entry of any prop it deems unfit for any reason. Any misuse of a prop (horseplay, dueling, fighting, running/swinging, firing, etc.) is grounds for removal and or ejection from convention premises without recourse, up to and including legal action depending on the severity of the offense.
• Props are homemade or commercially rendered items that support the overall look of a costume or character and do not look like a real weapon. Toy props generally designed for kids by LEGO, Nerf, or Hasboro are allowed as long as they cannot be confused for real weapons.
• Props will be allowed providing they are composed of cardboard, foam, or other light materials.
• 3D printed props made to look like realistic weapons will not be allowed.
• Bows and crossbows will only be permitted if they’re absolutely prop in nature – no tension on the string beyond what it takes to keep it straight, and arrows should not have any form of tip. You are NOT permitted to bring arrows with metal tips into the event under ANY circumstances.
• No items can have exposed sharp points, sharp edges, excessive weight or any other features that could be deemed dangerous to others.  If you are bringing a weapon for autographing then please refer to the guidelines above under WHAT’S ALLOWED.
• All props must be checked at the Prop Check Table, where security will inspect the prop.
• Props are only allowed if they are clearly toys or props which are made of cardboard, foam, or other lightweight materials. They must also have an orange tip, but an orange tip cannot be the only thing that makes something not look realistic.
• The following items are NOT ALLOWED at ScareFest Weekend:
  • NO GUNS: This includes modern guns, hunting guns, historic guns, airsoft guns, BB guns, cap guns, paintball guns, or pellet guns – either functioning or de-commissioned.
  • NO CONCEALED GUNS OR WEAPONS, EVEN IF YOU HAVE A PERMIT.
  • NOTHING THAT LOOKS LIKE A GUN: This includes reproduction, 3D-printed, fake, or toy guns that can be confused for functional firearms regardless of the materials used to make it.
  • NO projectiles: This includes blow guns, functioning crossbows, functioning longbows, silly string, slingshots, water balloons and water guns. No props or weapons capable of firing any projectile or powder charge of any kind.
  • NO Sharpened metal blades unless they are for autographing purposes and the following guidelines are met.  For the safety and security of all attendees, weapons that are brought to the event for autographing must follow these guidelines.
    • Knives, swords, machetes, chainsaw blades and any other item(s) with sharp points or edges must be concealed in a box or backpack/bag at all times. Sharp edges and points must be covered (cut tubing and slide over sharp edges) to protect everyone.
    • Alert the guests’ table assistant that you have an item that you would like to get signed and let them know what it is.
    • DO NOT remove the item until the guests’ assistant asks you to. Place the item safely on the table. Allow the assistant to safely hand the item to the guests.
    • After the item has been signed, please put it away again safely.
    • NEVER openly display or openly carry these items inside the event. Doing so could result in being removed from the event by security without a refund
  • NO Explosives: This includes firecrackers and fireworks.
  • NO Chemicals: This includes aerosols, mace, and pepper spray.
  • NO Blunt weapons: This includes brass knuckles, clubs, and nunchaku.
  • NO Hard props: This includes props made of metal, wood, or fiberglass.
  • NO Metal spikes
  • NO laser pointers. If you have a laser pointer in your prop, make sure it cannot function by either removing the batteries, or simply not bringing it.
  • NO Items that cause excessive noise levels like vuvuzelas, grenade whistles and grenade horns.
  • NO Tasers
• PLEASE NOTE that if you violate any of the above rules you WILL be removed from the convention. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are asked to leave by a member of ScareFest Weekend security or staff, you are required to comply with their requests or risk intervention by law enforcement. These decisions are based on the discretion of the security or staff member you are dealing with at that exact moment.
• Do not attempt to skirt the rules.
• Use common sense.  We will not endanger or put any of our attendees, staff, guests or vendors at risk.
• ScareFest Weekend reserves the right to amend or change these rules at anytime for any reason to provide for the safety, security and general well being of attendees and the general public.