Core Conduct

• At Fan Fest Northwest, we welcome all people, regardless of sex, gender identity/expression, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race/ethnicity, age, religion, class, body type, or size.
• Environment must be inclusive, and harassment-free for all.
• These principles applies at all times: pre-, during, and post-convention, including online interactions and the Fan Fest Northwest afterparty.
• Attendance implies agreement with the Code of Conduct.
• We have the right to remove attendees from the event, the afterparty, or all related Fan Fest locations, and exclude from future events if violations occur.

Manners & Etiquette

• Be polite: respect tone, body language, and personal boundaries.
• “Costumes are not consent”: always ask before touching or photographing.
• Avoid overtly lewd public displays of affection. (come on, people)
• Please maintain basic principles of hygiene. (again, come on people)
  

Prohibited Behavior

• No obstruction of pathways or disruptive actions.
• No harassment, verbal or physical.
• No illegal or dangerous activities.
• Shoplifting or theft = We will report you to the authorities. No refunds will be issued.
• Drug/alcohol intoxication or unauthorized selling is forbidden. No smoking of any kind on the event grounds.
• HOWEVER, alcohol is welcome and encouraged at the official Fan Fest Northwest afterparty at Single Hill Brewing!
• No outside food or drink at the Yakima Convention Center where Fan Fest Northwest is held.

Service Animals
Service animals are permitted throughout the venue; however, this DOES NOT include:

• Emotional support animals
  
• Therapy animals
  
• Companion animals
  

Pets are not allowed and will be turned away. Only legitimate service animals that are properly trained and under the proper care of their owners will be allowed into the event and provided with the appropriate credentials.

• All service animals must remain by the handler’s side at all times and must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered, unless these devices interfere with the service animal’s work or the individual’s disability prevents using these devices. In that case, the individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls.
  
• Service animals must be housebroken and should use the service animal relief area.
  
• Anyone bringing an animal will be responsible for and liable for any damage or injury caused by the animal.
  
• All animals should have legally required vaccinations.