All participants (“Participant(s)”) taking part in BlizzCon 2026, which will take place in or on the grounds of the Anaheim Convention Center on or about September 12th and 13th, 2026, inclusive of all ancillary or related activities and events occurring around, prior to, or during the main event (collectively referred to as “BlizzCon” or the “Event”), are required to comply with and behave in accordance with: (i) the BlizzCon Code of Conduct below; (ii) the BlizzCon Ticket Agreement; (iii) all applicable laws, ordinances, codes, and regulations; and (iv) any additional Event rules, codes of conduct, policies, or procedures which may be posted at the Event venue(s), on BlizzCon.com, or otherwise distributed to Participants by BlizzCon show management; all of which may be updated from time to time by BlizzCon show management in its sole discretion (collectively, the “Event Policies”). By participating in the Event, Participant acknowledges and agrees that Participant has read, agrees to comply with, and will behave in accordance with the Event Policies.
The Event Policies apply to everyone participating in the Event in any manner whatsoever. Participants include, but are not limited to, exhibitors, speakers, guests, media, staff, workers, professional esports players and coaches, contractors, volunteers, security or any other attendees or participants to the Event. Each Participant is solely responsible for their own conduct while participating in the Event. Notwithstanding the foregoing, all Participants who are guardians of minors are solely responsible for the conduct of the associated minor(s) Participating in the Event.
We want everyone at BlizzCon to feel like they're part of one big Blizzard community. We ask that everyone at the show be respectful and courteous to their fellow attendees.
In order to provide a safe, enjoyable, and welcoming environment, Blizzard reserves the right to remove from BlizzCon any person whose conduct is deemed to be violent, disorderly, unbecoming, who uses vulgar or abusive language, or in any way deemed non-compliant with our BlizzCon code of conduct or other Event Policies.
If you witness or experience any activity that puts someone's safety or enjoyment of the show at risk, inform a staff member, security guard, or police officer, or any guest services personnel. We have escalation procedures in place to handle these kinds of situations, and we will take the appropriate action from there.
If you feel any concerns about your safety prior to the show, please email us at >bcreporting@blizzard.com. Heroes like you can help keep BlizzCon safe for everyone.
Please note that BlizzCon show management has a ZERO TOLERANCE PRACTICE for harassment of any kind. Harassment will not be tolerated at BlizzCon. Anyone who engages in harassing or threatening behavior will face appropriate consequences as determined by BlizzCon show management including but not limited to having their ticket revoked and issued a permanent ban to the show. Onsite security and police may be notified in accordance with all state laws and governing procedures. In addition to harassment, a zero tolerance approach applies to alcohol and drug use within the Anaheim Convention Center.
To ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all attendees at the convention center, BlizzCon is an alcohol-free event. Outside food and beverages, including glass bottles, cans, and alcoholic beverages, are strictly prohibited. Sealed water bottles are permitted.
Firearms, fireworks, flammable liquids or aerosol products, pepper spray, knives, daggers, swords, clubs, maces, other crushing or edged weapons, projectiles, air guns, long bows, crossbows or any other weapons are strictly prohibited.
BlizzCon has a strict no smoking policy including traditional cigarettes, pipes, cigars, E-cigarettes, or any vaping product or device. This policy includes all event spaces at the Anaheim Convention Center. You are welcome to step outside the Convention Center to smoke in designated smoking areas only. This policy is in place to comply with Anaheim city ordinances prohibiting smoking at public events near any doorway, entrance, exit, operable window or ventilation intake.
Some content at BlizzCon is rated for mature audiences and is not suitable for children. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. No children under the age of 7 will be permitted to enter. No strollers will be allowed in the Anaheim Convention Center.
Community costumes are a huge part of what makes BlizzCon so special. In order to help cosplayers and contestants get a better handle on what's allowed at the convention, we've updated and clarified the rules and procedures around costumes at BlizzCon. Please read through these guidelines in advance to minimize unexpected snags when you get to the show and help us ensure the safety of all of our guests.
No functional props or weapons are allowed at BlizzCon. Costume props are subject to security screening prior to admission and must comply with the following:
All costume props must be inspected at the Costume Props Desk. All costume props must conform to state and federal law.
The following guidelines help to dictate whether your prop or weapon could be considered functional:
Any firearm, even if inoperable at the time of check-in, will not be allowed.
Costume bows must either contain no bowstring or be strung loosely as to render them unable to fire an arrow
Any accompanying arrows must have no sharp edges or tip of any kind.
Costume blunt weapons such as hammers, staves, or wands must be made of appropriate lightweight prop-making material (including but not limited to Worbla or foam) and contain no sharp edges or other elements capable of causing harm.
Costume swords may not have any sharp edges or tip, and must be made of the appropriate lightweight materials mentioned above.
Other prop items not listed here should conform to good judgment to avoid harming or inconveniencing other attendees and are subject to review and approval by show security.
Costumes worn during show hours must not be wider than 4 feet, longer than 6 feet, or taller than 8 feet. At certain times, due to crowds and safety issues, people in large-sized costumes may be asked to leave the exhibit halls.
After your costume props have been checked, they will be tagged by security to designate that your props have been checked. A prop check must be conducted each day prior to entry; a tagged prop from a previous day will not suffice and must be checked again.
Security will escort you to the Costume Props Desk for inspection if your costume prop is not tagged properly.
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 props to BlizzCon.
Size and mobility of your costume should be taken into consideration, and for purposes of safety your costume should conform to the following limitations while worn:
Can easily fit/be maneuvered through a standard ADA compliant doorway (the size/type in your home, not an extra-high, convention center double-door)
Should not significantly inhibit the cosplayer's ability to navigate safely throughout the convention center
You may only record, livestream, or otherwise broadcast audio or video from BlizzCon for personal non-commercial purposes (unless otherwise authorized by Blizzard in writing), and any such activity may only be facilitated via handheld phones, tablets, and certain video cameras only.
You may not record, livestream, or otherwise broadcast any live musical performance or gameplay from any of the game demo stations at BlizzCon for any reason.
Bags over the size limit of 18” x 12” x 8” (inches) will not be permitted at BlizzCon. All bags, regardless of size, are subject to inspection at any time.
Retail sales are strictly limited to official exhibitors, and retail sales are not allowed anywhere within BlizzCon unless you purchased or were allocated exhibitor space. This includes the exhibit halls; common areas such as lobbies; program rooms; outside venues, such as the Anaheim Convention Center grounds; and any venue featuring official BlizzCon events. In addition, solicitation of tips, fees, or donations is not permitted for any reason, unless you have an official space allocated by Blizzard.
No personal pages will be made over the BlizzCon P.A. system. Please set a time and place to meet with your family and friends and communicate with them via text message or phone.
BlizzCon show management reserves the right to cancel or postpone the Event, or any part of the Event, on limited or no notice in BlizzCon show managements sole discretion. In the event of a cancellation or postponement of the Event, BlizzCon show management shall not be responsible or liable for any costs, damages, fees, expenses or other compensation associated with the Event, unless otherwise required by law.
BlizzCon's operating hours, schedules, floor plans, exhibitors, vendors, guests and speakers are subject to change or cancellation without notice to Participants. All Event Features (as defined herein) are subject to availability and access is not guaranteed for all Participants. The “Event Features” shall be defined as any panels, special events, autographing sessions, photo ops, performances, networking events or other activities held by BlizzCon show management or Blizzard Entertainment (whether in-person or virtually) as part of the Event.
Access to certain Event Features may require an additional separately priced fee and/or will only be available to designated participants or types of credentials. To the extent an Event Feature occurs at a specific time and for a specific set of participants, each authorized Participant will only be permitted access to such Event Feature during the specific time determined by BlizzCon show management. BlizzCon show management reserves all rights to deny entry, ban or remove any unauthorized participants from any such Event Feature.
Participant is solely responsible for participating in the Event in a timely manner and for observing any specific times or time limits provided to Participant by BlizzCon show management. In the event Participant fails to participate in any part of the Event at a specific time and Participant is subsequently unable to participate in such part of the Event, BlizzCon show management shall have no obligation to provide a full or partial refund. BlizzCon show management is not responsible for delays and/or wait times in connection with any Event Features or with the Event itself. BlizzCon show management may reasonably change the time of an Event Feature to accommodate unexpected events, other Event Features being delayed or other Event Features ending earlier than expected or later than expected.