Terms and Conditions: Your Agreement with Party Before Dark

1. Definitions

• "Party Before Dark": Refers to our brand, events, website, and any affiliated services we provide.
• "Website": Refers to partybeforedark.com and any subdomains.
• "Event": Refers to any Party Before Dark gathering, whether online or in-person.
• "User" or "You": Refers to any individual accessing our website or participating in our events.
• "Content": Refers to text, images, media, and other materials shared on our website or at events.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Party Before Dark website or attending any Party Before Dark event, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms, including our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access the website or attend our events.

3. Event Participation Terms

3.1 Registration and Tickets

• All attendees must register and, where applicable, purchase tickets to attend Party Before Dark events.
• Ticket purchases are final and non-refundable unless otherwise stated. Ticket transfers may be allowed upon written request, subject to approval by Party Before Dark.
• Your participation in any event is contingent upon presenting a valid ticket and identification at the event entrance.

3.2 Code of Conduct

• All attendees must comply with the Code of Conduct, which outlines our expectations for respectful behavior, safety, and decorum during the event.
• Violations of the Code of Conduct may result in immediate removal from the event without a refund, at the discretion of Party Before Dark staff.

3.3 Attendee Responsibility

• You are responsible for your behavior and actions during the event. Party Before Dark is not liable for any injury, loss, damage, or claim arising from your participation.
• You agree to adhere to all rules, regulations, and guidelines provided by Party Before Dark and the venue.

3.4 Event Changes and Cancellations

• Party Before Dark reserves the right to change event dates, venues, programming, or cancel events at its sole discretion.
• In the event of a cancellation, Party Before Dark will offer a refund or transfer to a future event, where applicable.

Event Safety and Health Requirements

• Party Before Dark prioritizes the safety and health of attendees. All attendees are required to follow event-specific safety guidelines, including health protocols like mask mandates or vaccination proof, as outlined by local laws or venue policies.

4. Website Usage Terms

4.1 Access to the Website

• Party Before Dark grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the website in accordance with these Terms.
• You agree not to use the website for any illegal activities, spamming, or unauthorized collection of user information.

4.2 Content Ownership and Intellectual Property

• All content on the Party Before Dark website, including text, graphics, images, videos, and logos, is owned by or licensed to Party Before Dark and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.
• You are prohibited from copying, reproducing, distributing, or using any content from the website without our express written consent.

4.3 User-Generated Content

• By submitting any content (e.g., reviews, testimonials, or photos) to Party Before Dark, you grant us a non-exclusive, worldwide, royalty-free license to use, modify, display, and distribute the content for promotional purposes.
• You represent that any content you submit does not infringe upon the rights of any third party, and you agree to indemnify Party Before Dark for any claims arising from such content.

4.4 Third-Party Links

• Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services. Party Before Dark is not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites.
• You acknowledge and agree that any reliance on these third-party links is at your own risk.

4.5 Website Security

• You are prohibited from violating or attempting to violate the security of the website, including accessing data not intended for you, probing the site’s vulnerabilities, or attempting to disrupt the website’s functionality.

4.6 Third-Party Services

• Our website and events may rely on third-party service providers, such as payment processors, ticketing platforms, and social media integrations. Party Before Dark is not responsible for the performance, availability, or accuracy of services provided by these third parties. Any use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms and conditions, and users should refer to those for any questions or disputes.

5. Privacy and Data Protection

Party Before Dark is committed to protecting your privacy. For detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law:

• Party Before Dark is not liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of data, service disruptions, technical issues, or delays in ticketing, resulting from your use of the website, Luminary Portal, or attendance at our events.
• Service Disruptions: We are not responsible for disruptions, errors, or unavailability of third-party services, including ticket platforms, payment processors, or event-related service providers.
• Event Risks: Your participation in events involves inherent risks, including physical injury, and you agree to release Party Before Dark from any liability related to your participation.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Party Before Dark, its officers, directors, employees, and affiliates from any claims, damages, or losses arising out of your violation of these Terms, your use of the website, or your participation in our events.

8. Dispute Resolution

8.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Insert Jurisdiction]. Any legal action or proceeding arising under these Terms shall be brought in the appropriate courts of [Insert Jurisdiction].

8.2 Dispute Resolution Process

In the event of a dispute, you agree to first attempt to resolve the issue amicably by contacting Party Before Dark at support@partybeforedark.com. If the dispute cannot be resolved through informal negotiations, both parties agree to submit to binding arbitration before a mutually agreed-upon arbitrator in [Insert Jurisdiction].

9. Termination

Party Before Dark reserves the right to terminate or suspend your access to the website or events without notice, at our sole discretion, for any violation of these Terms.

10. Force Majeure

Party Before Dark shall not be held liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms if such failure is caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, war, government restrictions, strikes, or technical failures.

11. Changes to the Terms and Conditions

Party Before Dark reserves the right to modify these Terms at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, with the updated “last modified” date. Continued use of the website or attendance at events after such changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

12. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us:

• Email: support@partybeforedark.com
• Contact Page: partybeforedark.com/contact/

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Party Before Dark regarding your use of the website and participation in our events. No other agreements, representations, or warranties, whether written or oral, shall have any effect unless expressly stated in these Terms.

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable for any reason, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. The invalid or unenforceable provision shall be replaced by a valid, enforceable provision that comes closest to the original intent.

15. Website and Service Disclaimer

Party Before Dark strives to maintain the website and services in excellent working order; however, we cannot guarantee that our website or services will be entirely error-free, uninterrupted, or available at all times. Occasional maintenance, technical issues, or other disruptions may cause temporary unavailability or errors.

Party Before Dark is not liable for any interruptions, delays, errors, or issues that may arise from using the website or attending events, including but not limited to service disruptions, technical failures, or errors in content.

16. Additional Terms for Specific Events or Services

Some events or services offered by Party Before Dark may have additional terms and conditions specific to that event or service. These additional terms will be provided to you and must be read and accepted prior to participation. If there is any conflict between these Terms and the additional terms provided, the additional terms will apply for that specific event or service.

17. Warranty Disclaimer

Party Before Dark provides the website, Luminary Portal, and event services on an "as is" and "as available" basis, without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied. We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, availability, or reliability of the website or any content or services provided.