rAge Expo and the BYOC LAN is a family-friendly event and the safety of all our visitors, exhibitors, gamers and staff is a top priority. If anyone is found to be in violation of the rules listed below, you will immediately be escorted out of the event by security, have your access badge/wristband removed, and will not be permitted to enter again. If you see anyone violating the Code of Conduct, please go to the Organisers Office and report this behaviour immediately.

Participation in this event is at your own risk. Right of admission reserved. The organizers and venue accept no responsibility whatsoever for injury, death, loss, or damage of any nature to persons, vehicles, or belongings, even in the case of negligence.

Weapons – attendees are prohibited from bringing weapons of any kind in to the venue. Security reserves the right to search all visitors, exhibitors, gamers and staff upon entry, and any weapons found will be confiscated and retained, and returned to you after you exit the venue.

Drugs – illegal substances are not allowed to be bought/sold or used at rAge Expo.

Alcohol – under-age drinking is not permitted. If any person who is under the influence of alcohol is found to be interfering with any other person and their ability to enjoy the event, they will be escorted off the premises by security.

Theft – theft or stealing of items or goods is strictly prohibited at rAge Expo.

Harassment/Abuse/Discrimination – harassment, abuse and discrimination of any kind relating to but not limited to gender, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, race, nationality, age or religion, will not be tolerated at rAge Expo. This includes, but is not limited to, verbal and physical abuse, bullying, discrimination, threats of violence, ‘trolling’, stalking, filming or photographing any people against their wishes, inappropriate physical contact, unwelcome sexual attention and lewd behaviour.

Cosplay Is Not Consent – harassment of any kind towards cosplayers, including stalking, deliberate intimidation, unwelcome physical attention, physical assault and battery, will not be tolerated at rAge. When taking photos of cosplayers, their permission must be requested, and their consent must be given before proceeding.

Cosplay costumes/outfits – rAge Expo is a family-friendly event and all cosplay costumes and outfits must be appropriate for all ages. Clothing and props may not be revealing, sexual, obscene, pornographic or contain explicit and crude language.

Age restrictions – there are some games, activities, and areas that are open only to over-18’s. In these instances you will be required to produce some form of identification (ID, passport, or driver’s licence). Failing to produce proof of age may restrict your access to certain areas and/or activities.

Filming/Photography – you are welcome to take pictures or video at rAge, but do note that some exhibitors may not allow photography or filming of their games/products on display and you may be asked to refrain from taking photos or filming. Any footage or photographs taken by you are for your personal use only and are not to be used or exploited for any commercial purposes whatsoever. There will be filming and photography taking place throughout the event: by purchasing a ticket you allow organizers to make use of and publish any footage taken on the day.

Admissions – attendance of rAge Expo and the BYOC LAN is at your own risk, and by entering the event you agree not to hold its organizer, partners, sponsors, exhibitors, subsidiaries or parent companies liable for any damage or distress incurred at the event. The organisers reserve the right to refuse entry on any reasonable grounds.

Remember, if it’s illegal outside the venue, it’s illegal inside the venue. Violation of any of the above rules is grounds for immediate removal from the expo without refund as well as potential legal action. We want rAge to be a safe, open, fun and accepting environment for all attendees.