Conditions of Entry - Nara Candle Festival

The following conditions of entry apply to all patrons who enter Canberra Nara Candle Festival ("the event").

Patrons are not permitted to bring the following items into the Canberra Nara Candle Festival site:

All animals, except assistance (guide, hearing or service) animals. All assistance animals must remain well behaved and in control of the handler at all times. Poorly controlled animals seen barking, lunging, or being aggressive will be asked to leave the park for the safety of other patrons.
BYO alcohol
Glass
Bicycles, tricycles (including hand propelled tricycles), roller blades, roller skates, skateboards, foot propelled scooters, electric scooters (excluding mobility devices), segways or other wheeled devices.
Drones and other remote-control devices.
Weapons such as knives or any device that has potential to cause injury or public nuisance.
Incendiary devices including flares and fireworks.
Any prohibited or illegal substance.

General Conditions

Entry is free, but charges may apply for some activities within the site.
The event runs from 4:00pm – 9:00pm
Management reserves the right to inspect and search bags brought into or out of the event site.
Bicycles and tricycles may be parked at the bicycle racks provided at the entry gates.
Patrons bringing personal items to the event do so at their own risk. The Australian Capital Territory will not be held responsible for any damage to, loss or theft of personal property, whether brought into the event site or deposited at storage facilities outside.
Patrons are admitted at their own risk. The Australian Capital Territory will not be held responsible for the death or injury of any patron during their attendance at the event.
Patrons agree to indemnify the Australian Capital Territory against liability in respect of all claims, costs and expenses and for all loss, damage, injury or death to persons or property caused by the patron in connection with their attendance at the event, except to the extent that the Australian Capital Territory caused the relevant loss, damage or injury.
The event site must not be used for any political or other demonstration.
Signs and banners are not permitted inside the event and must not be displayed on any fence surrounding the event site.
Unless approved by Management, the sale of goods or services, or the conduct of charitable collections, raffles and fundraisers is not permitted within the event site or precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.
Unless approved by Management, the distribution of brochures, flyers, pamphlets or vouchers of any kind is not permitted within the event or the event precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.
Unless approved by the Management, buskers or other performers are not permitted to perform at the event or within the event precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.
Patrons must obey all signs, notices and directions given by Management.
This is a smoke free event. Smoking or vaping is not permitted within the event site.

Cosplay is not consent - Please be respectful of all participants and visitors.

Do not touch another person, their costume, props or belongings without permission.
Always ask before taking photos or videos of a cosplayer.
Respect a person's right to say no.
Harassment, intimidation, unwanted physical contact, inappropriate comments, or non-consensual photography will not be tolerated.
If you experience or witness inappropriate behaviour, please report it to event staff or security.

Let's work together to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.

Refusal Of Entry

For the comfort, safety and enjoyment of patrons, Management reserves the right to:

refuse entry at their discretion;
refuse entry to, or evict any person deemed to be intoxicated or affected by a prohibited substance;
refuse entry to or evict any unauthorised person; and refuse entry to any person who attempts to bring any restricted or prohibited item into the event site.

Photography and Videography Release Notice

The ACT Government will have a photographer and videographer onsite during the event taking photographs and video of performances, activities, workshops, exhibits and the crowd including small groups and individuals.

By entering the event site, you consent to being included in any photography or videography taken at this event, and used, without permission or compensation by the ACT Government.

For close up shots of children under 16 years, signed consent will be requested from a parent. For close up shots of people over 16, verbal consent will be requested.

Images and footage may be used in communications and promotional material, such as newsletters, websites, social media, videos, and other materials, including use by ACT Government portfolio ministers and approved third parties.

If you DO NOT wish to be photographed or filmed, please notify a member of staff.

General Conditions

Entry is free, but charges may apply for some activities within the site.

The event runs from 4:00pm – 9:00pm

Management reserves the right to inspect and search bags brought into or out of the event site.

Bicycles and tricycles may be parked at the bicycle racks provided at the entry gates.

Patrons bringing personal items to the event do so at their own risk. The Australian Capital Territory will not be held responsible for any damage to, loss or theft of personal property, whether brought into the event site or deposited at storage facilities outside.

Patrons are admitted at their own risk. The Australian Capital Territory will not be held responsible for the death or injury of any patron during their attendance at the event.

Patrons agree to indemnify the Australian Capital Territory against liability in respect of all claims, costs and expenses and for all loss, damage, injury or death to persons or property caused by the patron in connection with their attendance at the event, except to the extent that the Australian Capital Territory caused the relevant loss, damage or injury.

The event site must not be used for any political or other demonstration.

Signs and banners are not permitted inside the event and must not be displayed on any fence surrounding the event site.

Unless approved by Management, the sale of goods or services, or the conduct of charitable collections, raffles and fundraisers is not permitted within the event site or precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.

Unless approved by Management, the distribution of brochures, flyers, pamphlets or vouchers of any kind is not permitted within the event or the event precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.

Unless approved by the Management, buskers or other performers are not permitted to perform at the event or within the event precinct including adjoining car parks and Canberra Nara Peace Park grounds.

Patrons must obey all signs, notices and directions given by Management.

This is a smoke free event. Smoking or vaping is not permitted within the event site.

Cosplay is not consent - Please be respectful of all participants and visitors.

Do not touch another person, their costume, props or belongings without permission.

Always ask before taking photos or videos of a cosplayer.

Respect a person's right to say no.

Harassment, intimidation, unwanted physical contact, inappropriate comments, or non-consensual photography will not be tolerated.

If you experience or witness inappropriate behaviour, please report it to event staff or security.

Let's work together to create a safe, welcoming and inclusive environment for everyone.

Refusal Of Entry

For the comfort, safety and enjoyment of patrons, Management reserves the right to:

refuse entry at their discretion;

refuse entry to, or evict any person deemed to be intoxicated or affected by a prohibited substance;

refuse entry to or evict any unauthorised person; and refuse entry to any person who attempts to bring any restricted or prohibited item into the event site.

Photography and Videography Release Notice

By entering the event site, you consent to being included in any photography or videography taken at this event, and used, without permission or compensation by the ACT Government.

For close up shots of children under 16 years, signed consent will be requested from a parent. For close up shots of people over 16, verbal consent will be requested.

If you DO NOT wish to be photographed or filmed, please notify a member of staff.