November 14, 2026

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10 AM – 

6 PM

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Cherokee Casino Tahlequah

SkasdiCon Rules, Waiver & Release

To create a safe and enjoyable environment for all attendees at SkasdiCon, we have established a set of rules for everyone to follow.

Respect Personal Boundaries

  • When interacting with Event participants, always respect their personal space and boundaries. Costumes are not invitations for physical contact or intrusive behavior.
  • Avoid touching Event participants and/or their props without their permission.

Use Appropriate Language & Behavior

  • Maintain a respectful and inclusive atmosphere by using appropriate language and refrain from offensive or derogatory comments. Treat cosplayers and fellow attendees with kindness, understanding, and appreciation for their passion and creativity.
  • Just because someone may look like a fictional character does not mean you can treat them as such. Event participants are humans, so, please treat them like any other person in a public setting – with respect.
  • If you witness or experience any form of harassment, inappropriate behavior, or violation of boundaries, please report it immediately to event staff or security personnel. It is our priority to ensure a safe environment for all attendees, and we rely on your help to address any concerns promptly and effectively.

Prohibited Use of Drugs & Alcohol

  • The use of illegal drugs and the consumption of alcohol while present at Event is strictly prohibited.

Be Mindful of Venue Rules

  • In addition to the guidelines specific to Event, please adhere to the venue’s rules and regulations. These may include restrictions on props, costumes, or behavior in certain areas. Respect these rules to help make Event a pleasant experience for everyone.

Failure to Follow Rules

  • Any violation of these rules may result in immediate dismissal from current and future activities/events.

In consideration of the opportunity to participate in the tours, activities, and/or events (collectively referred to herein as the “Event”) to be conducted by Cherokee Nation Cultural and Economic Development, LLC. (herein referred to as “Company”) and myself (referred to herein as “Participant”), and for the other good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, I agree as follows:

  • I fully assume all risks associated with such participation including, by way of example and not limiting, the following: loss of personal property while in the care and/or custody of myself, a third party or the Company; inherent dangers of Event-related activities in which I willfully participate, including but not limited to the possibility of physical injury, mental trauma, or death associated with these activities; and the released party’s negligence.
  • I hold harmless and forever release and discharge Company and its parent, affiliates, officers, directors, employees and agents (collectively, the “Released Parties”) from and against all liabilities, claims, damages, losses, judgements, costs, expenses (including attorneys’ fees and court costs) and other causes of action (collectively, “Claims”), which I or my heirs, personal representatives, successors or assigns have or may have against the Released Parties arising out of, in connection with or resulting from my participation in the Event, expressly including clams occasioned by or incident to or caused by the sole or concurrent negligence of any kind or degree, strict liability, breach of warranty or fault of the Released Parties, or any other theory of liability or strict liability on the part of the Realeased Parties. I further agree to indemnify and hold each of the Released Parties harmless from and against any and all such claims and any claims resulting from my own actions while participating in the Event.
  • I grant Company the permanent, unrestricted, unlimited, absolute, and irrevocable right to photograph, videotape, film, and/or record Participant and to use Participant’s name, likeness, voice, or information about Participant related to involvement in the Event for any lawful purpose, specifically including marketing and communications.
  • I agree, for myself and my successors, that the above representations are contractually binding and are not mere recitals and that should I or my successors assert any claim in contravention of this agreement, the asserting party shall be liable for the expenses (including legal fees) incurred by the other party or parties in defending unless the other party or parties are finally adjudged liable on such claim for willful and wanton negligence. This agreement may not be modified orally, and a waiver of any provision shall not be construed as a modification of any provision herein or as consent to any other provision herein or as consent to any subsequent waiver and modification. This release serves as a contract with legal consequences.
  • Governing Law: This Waiver and Release Form shall be governed by the laws of the Cherokee Nation, and any legal action relating to or arising out of this Waiver and Release Form or participation in the Event shall be commenced exclusively in the District Court of the Cherokee Nation. I expressly agree that this waiver and release is intended to be as broad and inclusive as permitted and that if any portion is held invalid, the remainder shall continue in full legal force and effect.

General Rules

  • No culturally inappropriate cosplays or appropriation costumes
  • Please keep cosplays family-friendly (bikini areas are to be covered)
  • No illusion of nudity
  • Cosplay IS NOT consent. Please ask before filming or photographing and refrain from inappropriate contact
  • Footwear must be worn at all times
  • No signs or solicitations, including but not limited to free hugs, signs offering services or political statements
  • Please refrain from wearing costumes that could be mistaken for local law enforcement
  • Cosplay Prop Rules:
    • Please check in with props check upon arrival
    • Live steel and blunt objects are not allowed
    • Prop guns must have an identifier to show that they are not real
    • Nerf guns and projectile props must be rendered inoperable
    • All costume props and weapons must conform to state and federal law
    • Costumes featuring stilts must be approved at the reception desk
    • Prop swords must be attached to your cosplay outfit and cannot be drawn

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