Code of Conduct
Attendees must respect common sense rules for public behavior, personal interaction, common courtesy, and respect for private property. Harassing or offensive behavior will not be tolerated. Comic-Con Arabia reserves the right to revoke, without refund, the tickets and wristband of any attendee not in compliance with this policy. Persons finding themselves in a situation where they feel their safety is at risk or who become aware of an attendee not in compliance with this policy should immediately locate the nearest member of security or staff member so that the matter can be handled in an expeditious manner.
The Comic-Con Arabia Information Desk is located at the main entrance lobby of the venue. During show hours you can always find a Comic Con Arabia staff member or security guard at the Information Desk. Please stop by there if you have any questions or concerns.
Wristbands
Always wear your wristband when attending Comic Con Arabia. You will need your wristband to attend any Comic Con Arabia functions. Wristbands are non-transferable. Please do not give your wristband to a friend or people outside the Convention Center. Those without wristbands and/or with loose, stapled, torn, or wristbands affixed with tape will not be allowed entry to the exhibition halls.
Costume Props Policy
No functional props or weapons are allowed at Comic Con Arabia. Simulated or costume weapons are allowed as a part of your costume, subject to prior approval by security and compliance with the following:
All costume props and weapons must be inspected at the Costume Props Desk.
- All costume props and weapons must conform to the laws of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
- Projectile costume props and weapons must be rendered inoperable.
- Functional (real) arrows must have their tips removed and be bundled and zip-tied to a quiver.
- Costume swords must be tied to your costume in such a way that they can’t be drawn.
- Costumes featuring stilts must be approved at the Costume Props Desk.
At certain times, due to crowds and safety issues, people in oversized costumes may be asked to leave the Exhibit Hall.
If you do not want to have your costume props inspected or tagged, or if you are not willing to comply with these policies, please do not bring your costume weapons to Comic Con Arabia.
All costume props and weapons must be inspected at the Costume Props Desk.
No Bicycles, Scooters, and Hoverboards at Comic Con Arabia
Scooters and bicycles, and hoverboards are not allowed inside the exhibition halls and outdoor venues of Comic Con Arabia.
No Handcarts, Trolleys, Rolling Luggage, or Oversized Strollers in the Exhibit Hall
Please be aware that, for safety reasons, no handcarts, trolleys, rolling luggage, or oversized strollers are allowed in the Exhibit Hall. Attendees found on the exhibit floor with these items will be asked to leave the Exhibit Hall.
No Live Streaming of Any Program or Event at Comic-Con
The usage of live streaming apps and software on any electronic device (smartphones, tablets, laptops, etc.) is not allowed in any official Comic Con Arabia program and event areas.
No Market Research at Comic-Con
Comic Con Arabia does not allow market research, surveys, or information-gathering in any public area—indoors or outdoors—of the exhibition halls and outdoor venues of Comic Con Arabia.
No Pets Allowed
If you have pets, including iguanas, parrots, boa constrictors, or other nonhuman critters, please leave them at home. The venue authorities and security personnel will not allow animals into the building.
No Retail Sales Unless Exhibit Space Has Been Purchased
No retail sales are allowed anywhere in Comic Con Arabia unless you purchased or were allocated exhibit space. This includes the Exhibit Hall, common areas such as lobbies, and outdoor venues of Comic Con Arabia. Retail sales are strictly limited to the exhibitors in the Comic Con Arabia Exhibit Hall. In addition, there is no solicitation of tips, fees, or donations for any reason, unless you have a booth, table, or official space allocated by Comic Con Arabia.
No Selfie Sticks or Similar Devices at Comic-Con
Selfie sticks, GoPro poles, stilts, or any device that extends your camera or phone away from your hand or body are not allowed at Comic Con Arabia. If you’re seen with one of these devices, you will be asked by security to put it away and not use it at Comic Con Arabia.
No Smoking, Including E-cigarettes and Vaping Products and Devices
No smoking is allowed at any Comic Con Arabia event at any time and in any location. No smoking at Comic Con Arabia includes traditional cigarettes, pipes, cigars, or E-cigarettes and any vaping product or device. You are welcome to step outside the exhibition halls to smoke in designated smoking areas only, but please be considerate of others when you do. This policy is in place not only for the comfort of attendees but also to comply with relevant city ordinances prohibiting smoking at public events near any doorway, entrance, exit, or operable window. Please comply with this policy; noncompliance may result in ejection from the convention.
No Video or Audio Recording of Panels for Public Display and Commercial Purpose
Cameras and recording devices are permitted in program and panel rooms but cannot be used to reproduce the presentation and must not interfere with other fans’ enjoyment of the presentation. Any recording of panels or programs is allowed only for personal use and not for broadcast in any form. No video or audio recording is allowed of the footage on the screens during movie and television panels. The footage shown in these panels is exclusive, brought to us by the studios and networks. Please respect their rights and allow us to continue to show this type of material to our attendees.
Prohibited Items
Alcohol or alcoholic beverages are not allowed inside the exhibition halls and outdoor venues of Comic Con Arabia or at any of our official offsite events. Bag searches may be performed at various entry locations. Wanding and metal detectors may be used at some locations as well. Make sure to leave your drones, helium balloons, helium-filled products, fireworks, handcarts, trolleys, rolling luggage, and pets (excluding service animals) at home. Absolutely no functioning props or weapons are allowed.
Comic Con Arabia reserves the right to change or modify any policy or rule at any time and without notice.
