WhimsyCon is hosted by the non-profit Shiny Garden, which has several policies covering attendee and volunteer behavior at its events. Please review them and contact info@whimsycon.org if you have any questions.
COVID-19 Policy
The Coronavirus disease of 2019 (COVID-19) is proven to spread mainly from person to person, mainly through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or talks. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby or possibly be inhaled into the lungs. Spread is more likely when people are in close contact with one another (within about 6 feet). Because it is a new virus, scientists are learning more each day. Although most people who have COVID-19 have mild symptoms, COVID-19 can also cause severe illness and even death. Some groups, including older adults and people who have certain underlying medical conditions, are at increased risk of severe illness. As with any social activity, participation in this event could present the risk of contracting COVID-19. While Shiny Garden takes every safety and preventative precaution recommended by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) as well as State and local authorities, we can in no way represent, warrant or guarantee that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in this event.
2023 ATTENDEE AND PARTICIPANT POLICY
FACIAL COVERINGS THAT COVER YOUR NOSE AND MOUTH WILL BE REQUIRED TO ATTEND WHIMSYCON 2023
We will update this policy with our final decisions no later than 30 days prior to our event. It will be announced both here, and on social media.
Disposable masks, sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes will be available at registration and throughout the event.
By Purchasing a ticket you understand that you attend this event at your own risk and that Shiny Garden will not be held liable should you contract COVID-19 at this event.
Please stay home if you, or a member of your household, shows any of the following symptoms: Fever over 100 degrees, cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, headache, muscle ache, loss of smell or taste.
Costume and Prop Policy
Whimsy Con enthusiastically encourages costuming and cosplay. When planning your costumes, please consider the following guidelines.
- Costumes and props must abide by all facility regulations at the Delta by Marriott Northglenn, as well as local and federal laws and regulations for the City of Northglenn, Adams County, and the State of Colorado.
- Costumes may not contain or display elements that disparage, harass, or attack any person, gender, gender presentation, pronoun choice, sexual orientation, disability, physical appearance, body size, ethnicity, national origin, language, culture, religion, age, or affiliation.
- Costumes must adhere to local decency laws. In practical terms, this means “bikini areas” must be covered at all times for all genders. Footwear is required on convention premises.
- No real weapons (including but not limited to firearms), even if you have a permit or a license, are permitted on convention premises. No live steel, projectiles, or realistic-appearing firearms. No liquids, aerosols, silly string, or projectile foam.
- Props resembling futuristic or fantasy weapons, boffers, or oversize objects are allowed provided they are not handled in a careless, threatening, or destructive manner against persons or property.
- Weapons and other prohibited items purchased from vendors or the art show must be wrapped and immediately removed to private hotel rooms or vehicles and are not permitted on convention premises.
- Whimsy Con staff or security personnel may ask to inspect any item or costume at any time during the convention.
- Failure to comply with these policies and/or the instructions of staff or security personnel may result in immediate removal from the convention without refund.
Email costuming@whimsycon.org with questions or for clarification.