Prohibited Items

The following items are strictly prohibited inside the convention center or event grounds:

• Functional weapons of any kind (including firearms, bows, crossbows, tasers, pepper spray, or stun guns).

• Metal replica weapons that can be mistaken for real firearms or blades.

• Explosives, fireworks, or live ammunition.

• Projectiles (e.g., Nerf darts, airsoft pellets, arrows, throwing stars).

• Sharp-edged props made of metal, glass, or other materials capable of cutting or causing injury.

• Heavy props that pose a risk if dropped (generally anything over 15 lbs should be pre-approved).

• Liquids, powders, or chemicals of any kind.

Allowed Props (With Restrictions)

• Prop Firearms:

  • Must have an orange tip (per federal law).

  • Cannot be capable of firing projectiles.

  • Cannot make realistic firing sounds.

• Prop Blades/Swords:

  • Must be made of foam, plastic, wood, or lightweight material.

  • No live steel or sharp edges permitted.

• Bows, Crossbows, & Slingshots:

  • Must be unstrung or have a loose string.

  • No functional projectiles allowed.

• Staffs, Spears, & Polearms:

  • Tips must be blunt, padded, or capped for safety.

  • Must be easy to carry through crowded areas.

Prop Size Guidelines

• Props must not exceed 6 feet in height or 40 pounds in weight without prior approval.

• Oversized props must not block walkways, entrances, or exits.

• If your prop is deemed too large for crowded areas, you may be asked to check it or keep it in designated photo areas only.

Behavior Guidelines

• Props may not be brandished, swung, or used in a threatening manner.

• Horseplay, mock combat, or sparring is not allowed in convention space.

• Keep your prop under control at all times and be mindful of your surroundings.

Enforcement

• Staff and security may inspect props at any time.

• If a prop violates this policy, staff may confiscate it until the end of the event or request that you remove it from the premises.

• Repeated violations or unsafe behavior will result in removal of our event without refund.