THIS IS IN THE PROCESS OF BEING UPDATED
Vaccinations
TES Fest 2023 will be a COVID-19 vaccination-only event. All attendees will be required to show proof of being fully vaccinated at least 2 weeks prior to attending the event or to be fully vaccinated AND up to date for COVID-19 as per the US CDC definition and standards (see link at bottom of paragraph). Bring your original vaccination cards, copies of vaccination cards, your state/country electronic vaccination pass (for example- NJ Docket App, NYS Excelsior pass, NYC COVID Safe, etc.) to show at registration. Please see Attendee terms for more information on COVID-19 rules.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html
Attendee TOU
1. TES Fest 2023 is an adult event. Registration for this event certifies the attendee is 18 years of age or older, and attendee will provide government-issued photo identification at the time of on-site check-in as proof.
2. I have read the rules of the event, and agree to abide by said rules.
– Rules are subject to change based on evolving guidance from relevant governing bodies
3. I confirm all information I will provide, including COVID Vaccination Status, and Contact Information, including email address, is correct and accurate at the time of submission.
-Attendee is responsible to provide updated contact information in a timely manner to Customer Service
4. As a participant at TES Fest I understand it is my responsibility to maintain compliance with all rules and regulations as stated in the TES Fest 2023 web page.
-Changes will be posted on the TES Fest 2023 web page.
5. Falsification of information or failure to abide by the rules of the event may result in denial of access and/or removal from the event without refund or compensation.
6. Registration Fees are non-transferable and non-refundable.
7. All attendees, presenters, staff, vendors, and volunteers are to be fully vaccinated AND up to date for COVID-19 as per the US CDC definition and standards.
-If you do not meet this requirement and any future requirements implemented by the CDC for full protection, you will not be allowed to attend TES Fest 2023.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/vaccines/stay-up-to-date.html
Masks
Masks will be required indoors, unless you’re eating in the restaurant area, hydrating, in a private hotel room behind closed doors, pool, or playing in the playspace. We request you remain masked in the playspace when you are not actively playing. Those drinking outside the restaurant area may lower their mask temporarily to take a sip, and are expected to raise it again between sips. Those who choose to continue to mask while playing are reminded to have an alternative, non-verbal safe signal in place.
Acceptable masks and face coverings: They must cover the nose and mouth They can be made out of cloth, KN95, N95, surgical, solid fabric reusable material (mesh, lace and masks with holes are not acceptable). As face shields have gaps around the face and therefore do not provide the same protection as a mask, they do not meet our requirements.
No masks are required outdoors, including the outdoor playspace. We look forward to seeing your beautiful smiles in the sunshine!
Temperature Check
We will be checking your temperature at registration when you check in. Anyone with a fever will be denied entry to the event.
Testing
All attendees are strongly encouraged to test 72 hours or less before arrival. We understand that free PCR testing is no longer available in many areas, but encourage those who can PCR test to do so, as it is the most accurate. While not as accurate, testing with an at-home antigen (aka rapid) test is better than not testing at all.
If you feel sick or have any COVID-19 symptoms before coming to TES Fest please get tested ASAP. Should you test positive and/or show symptoms of COVID-19 within 10 days prior to TES Fest, we ask that you stay home and isolate per CDC guidelines. In such an event, please contact Customer Service at cs@tesfest.org. We are more than happy to work with you to find a solution.
If you feel sick or have any COVID-19 symptoms at TES Fest, please isolate yourself from others, and reach out to the TES Fest Chairs at chairs@tesfest.org for further guidance.
In addition to our requirements stated above, we also reserve the right to add additional health and safety measures for our event depending on Hotel, Municipal, State, and US public health recommendations and requirements for June and July 2023.