COVID 2023 Policy
COVID-19 Warning
An inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists in any public place where people are present. COVID-19 is a highly contagious disease that may result in personal injury, severe illness, and death. By visiting Naka-Kon at the Overland Park Convention Center, you voluntarily assume all risks related to exposure of COVID-19. All visitors must follow the Naka-Kon health and safety protocols. Please do your part to keep yourself and others safe.
If you have symptoms of COVID-19 (CDC), have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 7 days, have been directly exposed to someone with COVID-19, or simply do not feel well, please stay home.
Face Coverings
- Everyone over the age of two (2) years old is strongly encouraged to wear a mask within the Overland Park Convention Center and Sheraton Hotel convention spaces.
- Harassment is prohibited. Harassing staff and/or attendees who are wearing masks will result in your badge being revoked, your removal from the convention space, or other actions deemed appropriate per our Harassment Policy.
- Masks may still be required in order to attend specific panels, events, guest events, meetups, etc. Please bring a mask just in case it is needed for any events you would like to attend.
Face mask recommendations
- 3+ layers of non-woven material (surgical-style masks)
OR
N95, KF94, KN95, or above rated respirator with no exhalation valve (or exhalation valve disabled or filtered). - Fully covers nose and mouth and secures under chin.
- Fits snugly against sides of face.
The above policy may be updated based on future recommendations from the CDC, FDA, or other health authorities.
