Kink Down South
House Rules and Policies
HOUSE RULES - OUr Guiding PRINCIPLES
Don’t yuck someone’s yum.
We don’t kink shame.
Consent is sexy as f*ck.
Ask before touching or taking photos.
All bodies are beautiful.
Body shaming and discrimination is not welcome.
Gear is a mindset, not a purchase.
Don’t judge by what someone has or doesn’t have on.
No means no.
Period.
Zero Tolerance For HATE
Kink Down South strives to create a safe space anyone seeking to feel included in the LGBTQ+ and Kink/Fetish community. All bodies, genders, identities, and orientations are welcome.
We have a strict zero-tolerance policy against the use of slurs, derogatory remarks, and symbols of hate. Any participant found engaging in such behavior will be immediately removed from the event without refund.
CLOTHING POLCIES
Each event is unique in its clothing policies. Be sure to check the individual event page for dress code details.
Strict code notes will be noted if a set amount of gear is required to enter a space.
BAG POLICY
Please be advised that while bags are allowed at most KDS events, they are subject to search by KDS staff or venue security.
No weapons intended to cause harm or firearms of any kind are permitted on the premises of our events.
Individual venue bag policies are subject to change and will be updated on the event page and communicated before each event
Play & Scene Etiquette
Play and scene time depend on the venue and event. Please check the individual event page for specifics regarding the play or scene space. If no information is provided, it is safe to assume that play is not allowed at that particular event.
Event photography
Kink Down South has Official photographers throughout our events. Photography from Kink Down South events could potentially be used in future marketing and advertising – including but not limited to social media, print, and website creative.
If you don’t want a photo taken of you in a moment, Just ask.
CONFLICT RESOLUTION
Kink Down South is required to follow all local, state, and federal laws to the best of our ability and intervene in any discovered instances of “lewd behavior”.
Escalation Warnings
Step 1 – Verbal warning. Our Security team may stop you and ask that you take your given activity (e.g., masturbation, oral/anal/vaginal sex) to an appropriate venue;
Step 2 – Ejection from the event. Our Security team will escort you to the closest exit, cut your wristband (if applicable), and request that you do not return. If needed, we will ask for APD assistance, and we will alert our personnel that you are not allowed to re-enter; and,
Step 3 – Citation. If you are found back on the event grounds, we will turn the matter over to APD.
REFUND POLICY*
*Excludes KDS Weekend Passes – please see the KDS Weekend Website for dedicated refund policy
Cancellation by Attendee:
- 14 Days before the event: Full refund minus a processing fee of $5.
- 7 Days prior to the event: 50% refund of the ticket price.
- Less than 7 Days to the event: No refunds will be issued.
Event Cancellation or Rescheduling:
If an event is canceled or rescheduled due to unforeseen circumstances (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics) registered attendees will be offered the option to transfer their registration to the new dates or receive a full refund.
On-Site/Day-of Ticket Purchases
Non-Refundable: Tickets purchased on-site or on the day of the event are non-refundable, regardless of circumstances.
No-Show Policy:
No refunds or credits will be issued for attendees who do not show up for the event without prior notice.
Force Majeure:
In the event of circumstances beyond our control (e.g., acts of God, government restrictions), the organizers reserve the right to modify the refund policy accordingly.
