Anime in the Park Terms & Conditions

Introduction

Thank you for your interest in the Anime in the Park community!

Please read this entire agreement carefully before using our website or attending our events. We have taken great care to write these terms and conditions in a way that is understandable and transparent.

Agreement

By registering for or attending an Anime in the Park Event, You represent that You have read, understand, and agree to the Anime in the Park Terms & Conditions listed below.

These Terms & Conditions apply to all Attendees at Events.

Your attendance at an Event indicates your agreement to these Terms & Conditions.

Definitions

This section defines some of the words that we use throughout our Terms & Conditions. These definitions apply to everything within this document, both above, within, and below this section, as well as any supplemental documents, such as, but not limited to our Liability Waiver, Disclaimers, Rules, and other publications, articles, messages, posts, documents, and media published by Anime in the Park.

“Anime in the Park,” “AITP,”, “NetsuCon,” “Organizer,” “We,” “Our,” and “Us” refer to NetsuCon Events, LLC., as well as our affiliates, directors, subsidiaries, contractors, licensors, officers, agents, and employees.

“Attendee,” “You,” and “Your” refer to the individual person, company, or organization that is using the AITP Website or attending an AITP Event. This term includes all regular attendees, as well as participants, artists, vendors, panelists, and performers. If You are physically present at one our Events, then You are an Attendee.

“Event” refers to any occurrence organized by AITP, including any of the events, activities, panels, and presentations organized by AITP in association with the AITP event.

“Exhibitor” refers to any artist, merchandise vendor, food truck vendor, or organization that hosts a booth or provides services at our Events.

“Register” means to sign up for an Event so you can enter the Park and participate in the Event.

“Registration” is the process of registering for an Event.

“Rules” refer to the stated guidelines and rules outlined for all Events, including, but not limited to, the rules within these Terms & Conditions, posted rules and signs at Events, and specific rules for each Venue.

“Venue,” and “Park” refer to the physical locations in which We host our Events.

“Content” refers to any content featured or displayed on our Website and at our Events, including without limitation text, data, articles, images, photographs, graphics, sound, and other materials.

“Website” refers to the AITP website, which is located at animeinthepark.com, and all content, services, and products provided by AITP at or through the Website.

“Terms & Conditions” refers to this document itself, whether in digital or printed form.

Overview

NetsuCon Events, LLC is the Organizer hosting these Anime in the Park Events. By attending Our Events or using our Website, You are entering into an agreement with NetsuCon Events, LLC. As stated in the Introduction, You must agree to all the terms within this document in order to attend our events.

Registration

Registration is required in order to attend Our Events. You can register online through our website: animeinthepark.com

Each unique Event requires a new registration. You can see a list of unique Events on our website at animeinthepark.com/events/. Each hyperlink will direct you to the specific unique Event in which you must Register for. Past registration for previous events does not allow you to enter any new events. You must Register for each new event every time.

You must be a human to Register. Automated methods of registration through the use of “bots” or other methods are not permitted.

Failure to Register does NOT absolve You of your responsibility to read, understand, and agree to these Terms & Conditions. As stated in the Agreement section, by simply attending one of our Events, you are agreeing to Our Anime in the Park Terms & Conditions.

Attendees who fail to Register will be removed from the Event.

Age Requirements

You must be 18 or older to attend Our Events, unless We receive consent from a parent or guardian.

Children aged 13 to 17 may attend our events alone ONLY if we receive consent from a parent or guardian. Parental consent can be provided via the online Registration process.

Children under the age of 13 require a parent or guardian present at all times. Anime in the Park is not responsible for the safety or well-being of your children. Our Events are held at public parks, where this is no reasonable expectation of childcare or babysitting services.

Attendee Requirements

Attendees must observe the Rules, policies, disclaimers, warnings, and procedures of each Event. Each Event may have specific and unique Rules per Venue, which will be posted on our website, animeinthepark.com.

In order to participate in our Events, you represent that

  • You have the capacity to understand these Terms & Conditions.
  • You have read and understood these Terms & Conditions, as well as any other ancillary agreements that are on the Registration page, including, but limited to, Liability Waivers, Disclaimers, and Rules.
  • You are over 18 or have the consent of a parent or guardian.
  • You agree to all the Terms & Conditions, including ancillary agreements.
  • You have Registered for the Event.

Rules

The following rules apply to all of Our Events:

  • Obey all federal, state, and local laws and policies.
  • For serious and life-threatening medical and safety issues, please dial 911.
  • Leave No Trace. Do not leave trash on the ground. Respect the park.
  • Be nice, and if you can’t be nice, at least be neutral.
  • No smoking.
  • Guests under 13 require a parent or guardian present at all times.
  • Guests under 18 require parental consent to attend.
  • Some content may be offensive. All attendees agree to Our Content Warning Disclaimer.
  • No real weapons are allowed in the event. Prop weapons must be checked at the information booth. Some prop weapons may be denied entry.
  • Poi and flow toys are allowed and encouraged!
  • You must be a licensed and insured performer with prior consent from AITP to perform any flow art that utilizes props that are set on fire.
  • Cosplay is NOT consent! Do not take photos of anyone without permission. Do not touch anyone without permission.
  • See something, say something. If you feel uncomfortable at any time, reach out to a staff member, or a greeter at the information booth. We are all here to support each other and build a safe environment!
  • Practice good hygiene.
  • Anime in the Park staff reserves the right to eject anyone from the event at any time for any reason.
  • Do not enter any areas that are roped off with caution tape.
  • Have fun and cultivate happiness!

Content Warning Disclaimer

By attending this event, You may encounter Content that may be considered offensive, indecent or objectionable; this Content may or may not be identified as having explicit language or other attributes. Nevertheless, You agree to participate at your sole risk, and Anime in the Park has no liability to you for any Content. Descriptions of the Event are available, but Anime in the Park does not guarantee their accuracy.

Harassment

We are committed to creating a safe environment for everyone. Self-expression is one facet of that safety. This self-expression does NOT extend to demeaning others, promoting hate speech, being mean/confrontational, or harassing others.

We will take efforts to hear both sides in certain cases, but We have a zero-tolerance policy for vulgar and threatening behavior, also known as “Harassment.”

AITP has the sole discretion to determine what kind of actions and words are considered vulgar or threatening.

Anyone who is accused of harassment may be removed from the Event.

Pictures, Videos, and Audio Recordings

Anime in the Park and its partners, agents, or contractors sometimes take pictures, videos, and audio recordings at Events. By participating or attending these Events, you agree that you may appear in some of these pictures, videos, and audio recordings, and that you authorize AITP to use them during and after the Event. Pictures, videos, and audio recordings of the event may appear on our website, social media pages, printed materials, and other places.

If You provide Us with any photos, videos, or audio recordings, You are authorizing AITP to use them in any fashion, and representing the individuals in the these media formats as having consented to such use.

Attendees agree to release a free, commercial, perpetual, unlimited, non-exclusive, irrevocable, transferable license on their likeness and voice to AITP for reproduction and sharing of these pictures, videos, and audio recordings of the Event to be used in advertising, discussion, or any other materials deemed necessary by AITP.

Information Sharing

Exhibitors and other third parties may ask you for personal information and other details. Providing any information to them is voluntary and optional, and you should review their privacy policies to determine how they will treat your personal information and whether you are comfortable with that treatment.

Exhibitors

Anime in the Park assumes no responsibility for the actions of Exhibitors, including, but not limited to, artists, vendors, food trucks, entertainers, panelists, and performers.

It is Your responsibility to understand any agreements in which you enter with these parties, and to reach out to them directly with any concerns or grievances.

Each Exhibitor operates independently of Anime in the Park, within the confines of their allotted space.

Any expense or damage arising out of in or connection with the Exhibitor’s use of the leased space at the Event, or any sale, contract, or agreement made between You and the Exhibitor must be handled directly between You and that specific Exhibitor.

Anime in the Park will not be involved with any disputes between Exhibitors and Attendees.

Other Attendees

Anime in the Park assumes no responsibility for other attendees or people you may interact with at the Event. If you have a dispute with one or more attendees, you agree to release AITP from any and all claims, demands and damages (actual and consequential) of every kind and nature, known and unknown, arising out of or in any way connected with such disputes.

Risk, Liability, Indemnity, and Resolution of Disputes

Assumption of Risk

Even though We take great care in curating a safe environment at our Events, We cannot completely guarantee safety for Attendees.

There are inherent risks at our Events.

Attendees travel to, attend, and leave the Event at their own risk. It is not the responsibility of Anime in the Park to provide advice or assistance relating to traveling to and from the event, nor is it Our responsibility to provide advice or assistance relating to decisions made during the event.

You agree to carefully consider the risks involved with our Events, including any of the events, activities, panels, and presentations hosted within the Event. Anime in the Park, Exhibitors, and other Attendees may advise You to perform certain actions, but You must practice discretion and make the best decisions for yourself.

Our Events may feature dancing, exercise classes, fire spinning performances, loud music, combat sports, running, jumping, yelling, climbing, and other dangerous activities. Our Events utilize extension cables which may present a tripping hazard, and electronic equipment that could lead to electrocution.

Anime in the Park is not responsible for any broken bones, twisted ankles, falls, electrocutions, or any other injuries or pain suffered by Attendees.

The environment is outdoors and in the elements. There are weather risks, such as the sun and rain.

Anime in the Park is not responsible for any incidents of heat stroke, dehydration, or medical issues suffered by Attendees.

Anime in the Park is not responsible for the loss, damage, or theft of Your personal property.

You are responsible for your own actions and any consequences that result from your actions, both during and after the Event. You agree to take full responsibility for your actions and your attendance to the fullest extent permitted by law. Anime in the Park is not responsible for any injuries or accidents that you might sustain at the Event.

Release of Liability

You (for yourself, your heirs, personal representatives, or assigns, and anyone else who could make a claim on your behalf) hereby release, waive, discharge and covenant not to sue Anime in the Park and its parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, partners, shareholders, members, agents, employees, vendors, sponsors, and volunteers from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, or expenses (including court costs and reasonable attorneys’ fees) which may arise out of, result from, or relate in any way to your attendance at the Event. This release will not apply if Anime in the Park is grossly negligent or engages in willful misconduct.

Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold Anime in the Park, its parents, subsidiaries, affiliates, officers, directors, employees, agents, and representatives harmless, including costs, liabilities, and legal fees, from any claim or demand made by any third party due to, related to, or connected with your attendance or conduct at the Event.

Resolution of Disputes

Florida law will govern these Event terms, as well as any claim, cause of action or dispute that might arise between you and Anime in the Park (a “Claim”), without regard to conflict of law provisions. FOR ANY CLAIM BROUGHT BY EITHER PARTY, YOU AGREE TO SUBMIT AND CONSENT TO THE PERSONAL AND EXCLUSIVE JURISDICTION IN, AND THE EXCLUSIVE VENUE OF, THE STATE AND FEDERAL COURTS LOCATED WITHIN ST LUCIE COUNTY, FLORIDA.

Changes to Terms & Conditions

Anime in the Park reserves the right to modify or supplement these Terms & Conditions at any time. If We make any material changes to these Terms & Conditions, We will update the website to include such changes.