You can read about the Cosplay & Weapons Policy Rules in our FAQ.
This page was created to add clarification to some of the policies. We have received the guide below for you to use as a reference, and hope that this helps to clear up any confusion and to make planning your costume easier.
NOTE: Everything is to CHI Health final approval onsite. If you come to the comic con and have an item that violates the CHI Event Center policy, you will be asked to take it back to your car or hotel room. CHI Event Center will not hold it for you in will call or lost and found.
Cosplay Policies at the CHI Convention Center


Ghostbusters Proton Pack and Accessories - Allowed

Lightsabers - Allowed
Blasters - Not Allowed

Wands = Allowed
Shields = Allowed
Staff = Allowed

Foam Objects = Not Allowed

Bludgeoning Weapons (form or real) - Not Allowed
Swords (form or real) - Not Allowed

Accessories (umbrella, lasso, frying pan) = Allowed