AkaiCon Rules & Policies

Before attending AkaiCon, we ask that all Attendees take the time to review each of our rules and policies below. All Attendees of AkaiCon are expected to adhere to the below rules and policies. Violation of the below rules will result in warning or removal from AkaiCon without refunding of ticket. AkaiCon and/or Farm Bureau Expo Center staff reserves the right to refuse refunding of tickets for violation of policies, at their discretion.

*PLEASE NOTE: By entering AkaiCon, you agree to our rules and regulations. You also agree to release AkaiCon, Do The Thing LLC and the Farm Bureau Expo Center of any liability for loss or damage to person or property or any other claim. AkaiCon reserves the right to deny entry or to remove any person from the convention without refund or compensation. AkaiCon reserves the right to change this information at any time. By entering AkaiCon, all attendees, vendors, staff and guests agree to have their images captured by photography and/or video for official use and waive any rights to such images. 

General Rules

  • Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. This is up to the discretion of AkaiCon Staff. Any action prohibited by law in Lebanon, TN and the state of Tennessee is also prohibited at AkaiCon.
  • Please do not sleep in public event spaces. If you are found sleeping, you will be warned. On a second offense you will be asked to return to your hotel room or leave the AkaiCon event space.
  • Tickets are required for all functions and events with AkaiCon. Tickets must be openly visible on your person. Attendees are responsible for the security of their ticket. If you lose your ticket, you will be required to purchase another at full price.
  • People 15 years of age and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older or a legal guardian.
  • Each attendee at AkaiCon is attending at their own risk. AkaiCon is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged items. AkaiCon is not responsible for injuries incurred during any events.
  • There will be certain events in which certain items (large bags, beverages, props/weapons, etc.) will not be allowed. AkaiCon is not responsible for storage of these items. Attendees alone are responsible for the security of their property.
    Bags are allowed in the Expo Center; however, refer to above statement regarding storage for certain events.
  • We are an inclusive and diverse community. We respect our attendees and all choices of identity and expression. However, we are a family friendly event. We expect our Attendees to follow our dress code and apply legal and respectful decency when in public spaces. This includes restrooms, changing areas, and all convention areas. 

Photography

  • By entering AkaiCon, all attendees, vendors, staff and guests agree to have their images captured by photography and/or video for official use and waive any rights to such images. 

Substance Use

  • Smoking, including vapes or electronic cigarettes, use of outside alcohol, or illegal drugs while in the Farm Bureau Expo Center are not allowed.
  • Outside food, drink, and alcohol is not allowed inside the Farm Bureau Expo Center. You may bring a refillable water bottle – there are water bottle refill stations throughout the Expo Center.

18+ Policy

  • AkaiCon is a family friendly convention. Refer to our dress code for proper attire. Ahegao clothing, leash and collar, fetish goods and all other adult themed apparel will not be allowed on convention grounds unless used solely during an approved 18+ event.

Sound/Music

  • Overly loud music, videos, etc. are not allowed. If the amount of sound is found to be disruptive as determined by the AkaiCon Staff you will be asked to lower the volume. Further noise violations can result in removal from AkaiCon.

Harassment

AkaiCon strives to provide a fun, safe, harassment-free space. We will not tolerate any harassment of Attendees, Staff, Panelists, Guests, or any persons associated with the venue or event. Harassment includes but is not limited to: 

  • Any offensive comments (verbal or written), related to sexual orientation, gender, disability, physical appearance, race/ethnicity, religion, or anything else that is considered a protected class status.
  • Sexually explicit or otherwise offensive images in public spaces are not allowed. This includes but isn’t limited to racist or derogatory images, or any sexually suggestive images. 
  • Intimidation will not be tolerated: including stalking, following, unwarranted recording (photography, video, etc.), disruption of AkaiCon events, inappropriate physical contact (including but not limited to, unwarranted touching, hugging, glomping), or any unwelcome sexual advances/attention. Any attendee who is asked to cease harassing behavior is expected to abide by the request immediately or face removal from convention and Farm Bureau Expo Center.

Harassment can take different forms. It may not be completely explicit. However, it is always personal to the person who feels harassed. In the most general terms, attendees are asked to use their heads. Use their common sense. No means no. If you are asked to stop doing something, Stop Doing It. A behavior acceptable to you may not be acceptable to another person. Respect the boundaries of others. AkaiCon staff will take any action they feel is necessary to prevent or stop any harassment from occurring or continuing. If you are being harassed or notice that anyone else is being harassed, if you have any safety concerns or questions whatsoever, please let AkaiCon staff know as soon as possible. 

Farm Bureau Expo Center & TN Building Rules & Expectations

  • Do not occupy any “non-convention” related buildings or spaces – we do not have permission or are in contract to use the buildings outside of the Expo Center building.
    Do not stand in, pick, damage, or walk on any flowers or landscaped zones (grass is fine).
  • No outside food, drink, or alcohol allowed on Expo Center grounds.

*Alcohol may be purchased at the Smith’s Vendor Booth in the Expo Center. No alcohol is allowed to leave the Expo Center. No alcohol is allowed in the TN Building.

  • If you are found vandalizing or destroying any property of AkaiCon or Farm Bureau Expo Center you will risk legal action, financial responsibility, and removal from the convention, without ticket refund, indefinitely.
  • Disruptive intoxication is not tolerated. Please use common sense while drinking. You will be asked to leave if you are visibly intoxicated and disruptive; you may return the following day if your ticket permits and AkaiCon Staff approve your return.
  • Smoking, including vapes or electronic cigarettes, use of outside alcohol, or illegal drugs while in the Farm Bureau Expo Center are not allowed.
  • No animals or pets are allowed inside the Farm Bureau Expo Center, with the exception  of service animals. 

Thank you all for your cooperation and understanding of these rules and policies. We hope you have a wonderful time at AkaiCon!


Please contact AkaiConInfo@gmail.com if you have any questions.