*Absolutely no alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs may be brought into The Oncenter. Vendors found violating this policy will be removed by security without warning. Don't despair: alcoholic beverages are available for purchase from the food service areas (valid ID required).
*Animals are not allowed in The Oncenter - an exception is made for service animals.
*Food and drink sales are NOT permitted. Outside food and beverages are against Oncenter policies and may be confiscated. CLEAR WATER BOTTLES ONLY are ok. Food and drink are available at the concession areas.
*Vendors are prohibited from selling any AI-generated artwork. Only original, handcrafted, or artist-created items are allowed for sale.
*No for-profit raffles, lotteries, or games of chance are allowed. Exceptions may be made on a case by case basis for non-profit games or charities (at RetroGameCon'
s discretion)*Bootleg copies of game cartridges/discs/movies are prohibited. Vendors assume all legal responsibilities for their own goods.
*Vendors must be able to remain set up and open for business during all listed show hours.
*We reserve the right to remove vendors for violating any of these rules. No refunds will be provided for vendors removed due to a Venue / Show Rule violation.
*It is the duty of the exhibitors to comply with local, NY state, and federal laws including the collection of sales tax. In accordance with state law, trade show vendors are required to collect and remit NYS sales tax, and to obtain and display a New York State Sales Tax Certificate of Authority at all times.
*Vendors (with the exception of game designers) may not share booth space with another business without obtaining permission from RetroGameCon before the event. Proxy selling (having someone who is not your employee sell your goods) is not allowed. Exhibitors found in violation of these rules may be removed at RetroGameCon's discretion.
*Empire Game Expo LLC, RetroGameCon and the Oncenter are not liable for loss due to theft or property damage.
*If the event is cancelled due to act of God, war, etc, Empire Game Expo LLC will refund your payment in full but has no further obligations or liabilities.
*No refunds for vendor spaces after invoices have been paid.