TERMS & CONDITIONS

Ink Masters Tattoo Expo | Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational

Effective Date: January 1, 2027

Welcome to Ink Masters Tattoo Expo and Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational. By accessing our websites, purchasing tickets, attending our events, or participating in any event-related activities, you acknowledge and agree to the following Terms & Conditions.

These terms apply to all events hosted, organized, or operated under Ink Masters Tattoo Expo and Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational throughout the United States, whether tickets are purchased online, in person, or through an authorized third-party ticketing provider.

1. TICKET PURCHASES & FINAL SALES

ALL TICKET SALES ARE FINAL. NO REFUNDS, RETURNS, OR EXCHANGES.

All tickets purchased for Ink Masters Tattoo Expo and Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational are considered final sale, regardless of the method of purchase.

By completing a purchase, you acknowledge and agree that:

All tickets are nonrefundable, except where required by applicable law.
No partial refunds, retroactive discounts, price adjustments, or purchase credits will be issued.
You are responsible for verifying your selected event, date, location, ticket type, and quantity before completing your purchase.
Failure to attend an event does not qualify you for a refund.
Accidental purchases, scheduling conflicts, travel disruptions, personal emergencies, or changes of mind do not qualify for refunds.
Tickets are transferable to another eligible attendee but are not redeemable for cash.

Purchasing a ticket constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions and our Refund, Cancellation & Ticket Transfer Policy.

2. EVENT CANCELLATIONS, POSTPONEMENTS & RESCHEDULING

Ink Masters Tattoo Expo and Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational reserve the right to modify, postpone, reschedule, relocate, or cancel an event when necessary.

In the event of a postponement or rescheduling:

Previously purchased tickets will remain valid for the officially announced replacement date.
Ticket holders will not be required to repurchase admission for the designated replacement event.
Ticket holders who cannot attend the replacement date may transfer their tickets to another eligible individual.
Changes to event schedules, programming, participating artists, vendors, or entertainment do not automatically qualify for refunds.

If an event is permanently canceled without a replacement date, any required refunds or other remedies will be provided in accordance with applicable law.

The event organizers are not responsible for personal travel expenses, accommodations, transportation, or other incidental costs incurred by attendees due to event changes, except where applicable law requires otherwise.

3. TICKET VALIDITY & ADMISSION

Each ticket grants admission only to the specific event and admission period identified at the time of purchase, subject to any officially announced replacement date.

Single-day tickets are valid for one designated event day only. Multi-day tickets are valid only for the number of days and event dates specified in the ticket description.

All attendees must present a valid physical or digital ticket for entry.

Each ticket or barcode may be redeemed only once.
Duplicate, fraudulent, altered, or previously redeemed tickets may be rejected.
Lost or stolen tickets may be subject to verification before replacement or reissuance.
Admission is subject to venue capacity, applicable safety requirements, and event rules.
Reentry privileges may vary by venue and event and will be communicated when applicable.

Tickets purchased through unauthorized sellers may not be honored if their validity cannot be confirmed.

4. TICKET TRANSFERS

Tickets are transferable to another eligible individual.

The original purchaser is responsible for ensuring that the recipient receives a valid ticket and complies with all applicable admission requirements.

Ticket transfers do not constitute refunds, exchanges, or cancellations of the original transaction.

The organizers are not responsible for disputes arising from private ticket transfers or unauthorized resale transactions.

5. PAYMENT PROCESSING & ADDITIONAL FEES

Ticket prices are displayed during the purchase process.

Additional charges may include applicable taxes, credit card processing fees, ticketing platform fees, or service charges.

All mandatory fees will be disclosed before the transaction is completed, as required by applicable law.

By completing your purchase, you authorize payment of the total amount displayed at checkout.

Transaction and processing fees are nonrefundable to the extent permitted by law.

6. ATTENDEE CONDUCT & EVENT RULES

All attendees are expected to behave respectfully and comply with event policies, venue rules, and applicable laws.

The following conduct is prohibited:

Harassment, discrimination, intimidation, or threatening behavior.
Physical violence, fighting, or disruptive conduct.
Theft, vandalism, or intentional damage to property.
Possession of prohibited weapons or illegal substances.
Unauthorized commercial solicitation or vending.
Interference with artists, vendors, staff, security personnel, or other attendees.
Failure to comply with reasonable safety instructions or lawful venue requirements.

Event organizers reserve the right to deny admission or remove individuals for violations of these rules, subject to applicable law.

Removal for misconduct does not entitle the individual to a refund, except where required by law.

7. TATTOOING, PIERCING & BODY MODIFICATION SERVICES

Ink Masters Tattoo Expo and Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational feature independent tattoo artists, piercers, vendors, and other industry professionals.

Unless expressly stated otherwise, participating artists and vendors operate as independent businesses and are responsible for their own services, professional qualifications, licensing, procedures, pricing, and compliance with applicable health and safety regulations.

Attendees acknowledge that:

Tattooing, piercing, and body modification procedures involve inherent risks.
Individual artists establish their own service prices, appointment availability, and service requirements.
Event admission does not include tattooing, piercing, or other paid services unless expressly advertised.
Attendees are responsible for reviewing artist qualifications, aftercare instructions, and any required consent documents.
Tattooing and piercing services may be subject to age restrictions, identification requirements, and local health regulations.

The event organizers do not guarantee the quality, availability, results, or outcomes of services provided by independent artists or vendors.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

8. AGE RESTRICTIONS & MINORS

Admission requirements for minors may vary depending on the event venue, state regulations, and applicable local laws.

Minors may be required to attend with a parent or legal guardian.

Tattooing, piercing, and other body modification services are subject to applicable age restrictions, parental consent requirements, and identification laws.

Purchasing an admission ticket does not guarantee eligibility to receive tattooing or piercing services.

9. PHOTOGRAPHY, VIDEO & MEDIA

Photography, filming, and other media recording may occur throughout our events for promotional, editorial, and event documentation purposes.

By attending, you acknowledge that you may appear incidentally in photographs or video recordings taken in public event areas.

Where permitted by applicable law, event organizers may use general event footage and crowd imagery for event-related marketing, websites, social media, and promotional materials.

Any use requiring additional consent under applicable law will be subject to the appropriate permissions.

Attendees must respect the privacy and consent of participating artists, vendors, and other guests when taking photographs or recording video.

Unauthorized commercial filming, livestreaming, or photography may require prior written approval.

10. ARTISTS, VENDORS & EXHIBITORS

Participating artists, exhibitors, and vendors are independent businesses unless otherwise expressly identified.

Event organizers do not guarantee specific artist appearances, vendor participation, product availability, or service offerings.

Artists and vendors are responsible for their own business operations, customer transactions, applicable permits, and professional obligations.

Any disputes involving purchases or services provided directly by independent vendors should generally be addressed with the business responsible for the transaction.

11. EVENT CHANGES & FORCE MAJEURE

Events may be affected by circumstances beyond the reasonable control of the organizers, including severe weather, natural disasters, public health emergencies, government restrictions, venue closures, utility interruptions, labor disruptions, or other unforeseen events.

When reasonably necessary, the organizers may modify event operations, dates, locations, schedules, or programming.

Tickets will remain valid for officially designated replacement dates when an event is rescheduled.

Any refund obligations arising from cancellations or other circumstances will be handled in accordance with applicable law.

12. ASSUMPTION OF RISK & LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

Attendance at large public events involves certain ordinary risks, including crowded spaces, accidental contact with other attendees, and potential exposure to illness.

Attendees agree to follow posted safety instructions and exercise reasonable care while participating in event activities.

To the extent permitted by applicable law, Ink Masters Tattoo Expo, Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational, and their respective organizers are not responsible for losses arising from circumstances beyond their reasonable control or from the independent acts of third-party vendors and service providers.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions is intended to waive or limit liability for gross negligence, willful misconduct, or any other liability that cannot legally be excluded.

13. PERSONAL PROPERTY

Attendees are responsible for their personal belongings, including phones, wallets, purses, equipment, and other valuables.

Event organizers are not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged personal property except where responsibility is imposed by applicable law.

Found items may be turned over to venue management or designated event personnel.

14. WEBSITE CONTENT & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

Unless otherwise indicated, website content, event branding, logos, promotional graphics, written materials, and other original materials owned by Ink Masters Tattoo Expo or Golden Wave Tattoo Invitational are protected by applicable intellectual property laws.

Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or commercial use of protected materials is prohibited without the appropriate permission.

Third-party trademarks, artwork, and materials remain the property of their respective owners.

15. PRIVACY & PERSONAL INFORMATION

Personal information collected through our websites, ticketing platforms, and event registration systems is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws.

By purchasing tickets or using our websites, you acknowledge that information may be processed for ticket fulfillment, event communications, transaction security, and other purposes described in the Privacy Policy.

16. POLICY UPDATES & MODIFICATIONS

We reserve the right to update these Terms & Conditions to reflect operational changes, legal requirements, or modifications to our event services.

Revised terms will be published on our official websites with an updated effective date.

Changes will not retroactively eliminate rights or remedies that purchasers are entitled to under applicable law.

17. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms & Conditions are subject to applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Any dispute will be addressed in accordance with the laws and jurisdictional requirements applicable to the transaction, event, and parties involved.

Nothing in these terms limits mandatory consumer protection rights or other nonwaivable legal protections.

18. CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions regarding ticket purchases, event admission, transfers, cancellations, or these Terms & Conditions, please contact the event organizers using the official contact information provided on our website.

19. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

BY PURCHASING A TICKET, ENTERING AN EVENT, OR USING OUR WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREE TO THESE TERMS & CONDITIONS.

You further acknowledge that:

All ticket purchases are final and nonrefundable, except where required by law.
Tickets are transferable but have no cash redemption value.
Rescheduled event tickets remain valid for the officially designated replacement date.
Single-day admission tickets cover only one designated event day.
Applicable processing fees will be disclosed before payment.
Event admission is subject to venue policies, safety regulations, and applicable laws.