A valid badge must be purchased and worn openly at all times. Persons who do not have a badge displayed on the convention floor will be asked to leave. Any person without a valid badge will not be permitted entry into events or vendor spaces.By purchasing this badge, you have agreed to obey our Code of Conduct and understand that any pictures and/or video taken at Sonic EXPO may be reproduced by Chaos Creators and Sonic EXPO for promotional purposes. All created media about Sonic EXPO is owned by the respective person/company. Badges are NON-TRANSFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE. Badges are only valid if purchased from or at Chaos Creators and Sonic EXPO. All policies and rules are subject to change without notice.

No alcohol or drugs are permitted in convention spaces at any time. Guests under the influence of alcohol or drugs will be asked to return to their rooms. Refusal to return to your room may result in action by the Dallas Police Department.

Shoes must be worn at all times in convention spaces. “Barefoot” cosplays must wear shoes or non open-toe lyricals, however, they may be removed for photographs.

No sleeping is permitted in any convention spaces including lobbies, hallways, vendor spaces, and gaming.

While waiting for an event, form a single-file orderly line under the direction of convention volunteers. Cosplayers taking pictures are encouraged to move to the side of the hallway or find an open space where they will not impede the flow of traffic. Sitting against hallway walls is not permitted at any time.

Follow all convention staff, convention volunteers, hotel staff, and convention center staff instructions. Treat staff and volunteers with respect and courtesy. If a problem arises with a convention volunteer, seek out Safety and report the issue immediately.

Do not move or tamper with hotel property or equipment including lobby chairs, couches, curtains, doors, windows, etc. Do not move or tamper with convention property including tables, microphones, video equipment, etc. If you require assistance with convention or hotel property, ask a convention staff member.

Do not affix signs, posters, banners, or anything else to walls, doors, windows, or floors in the convention space.

Mistreatment of other guests is prohibited. Complaints of harassment, stalking, bullying, and mobbing will be investigated and may result in expulsion from the convention. Chaos Creators & Sonic EXPO has a zero-tolerance policy for sexual harassment and discrimination.

Locals, tourists, and others not involved in the convention will naturally be curious about the convention and its attendees. Treat these individuals with courtesy and respect.