Cosplay & Prop Weapons Policies (original) (raw)

Last updated: November 1, 2024

We understand that cosplay is a HUGE part of making our convention fun so we want to make sure that everyone has a fun and safe time at the con. Please read our costume and prop weapons policy and follow the rules! If you violate the policy, you could be asked to leave without a refund. Management reserves the right to make the final determination in matters related to public safety or to the integrity of the event.

Props & Prop Weapons Policy

Generally speaking, props and prop weapons are allowed at LeftField Media events, as long as they meet the following criteria: they are composed of cardboard, foam, or something light. Prop firearms are allowed only if they cannot be mistaken for real weapons and must have an orange tip. Prop bows will be allowed providing all arrows have soft tips and will not be shot.

For the safety of our attendees, there will be no play acting, swinging, mock fighting, dueling, throwing, swinging, hitting yourself, or staged combat with prop weapons allowed except in designated areas.

Please review cosplay props within the following categories to see if your cosplay prop/prop weapon would be allowed or prohibited:

Prop weapons will be allowed into LeftField Media events at the discretion of LeftField Media staff and uniformed security personnel. Safety is paramount, we will always err on the side of caution. There will be no place to store prohibited weapons on-site. If you have a weapon that is prohibited, you will be escorted from the building and not allowed back in with the weapon.

Thank you for taking the time to review these Policies. Should you have a question that is not answered in these policies, please email [email protected] for clarification.