COVID Policies for Otakon 2021

Masks to be required at Otakon 2021

Masks will be required in all convention areas (WEWCC and the Marriott), and vaccination is strongly encouraged for all attendees.

We highly recommend that all eligible people are vaccinated if attending Otakon, but we will not be requiring proof of vaccination for entry. 

We require masks be worn at all times for anyone over the age of 2. Certain exceptions will be made such as:

• Presenters during panels or workshops while socially distanced
• Cosplayers -only while photos are being taken and while socially distanced
• While eating or drinking in designated areas
• For the convenience of having their lips read by a person who is deaf or hard of hearing
• Other areas as approved by Otakon Staff

This policy is subject to change based on changes to CDC guidelines, local regulations or other data.

Temperature Checks

If you are showing any symptoms (fever, cough, muscle or body aches, sore throat, runny nose, etc.) we ask that you keep the health and safety of your other con-goers in mind and  avoid coming this year.  If you are able, we highly recommend you get vaccinated for COVID-19.  

As you enter the building, a no contact, real-time, multi-person thermal scanner will read your temperature.  The WEWCC requires you to have a body temperature reading under 100.4°F in order to enter the building.

You will not need to remove your face mask in order for the system to work, but if you are wearing a full face helmet or other covering we may ask you to remove it as you enter.

If your temperature reads above the limit, you will be asked to step aside for a secondary scan.  If that also reads above temp, you will be allowed to sit for 5 minutes and wait for another scan.  After three attempts, if your temperature still reads high you will be asked to leave the building. If you are asked to leave the building, our staff will be available to work with you to address the situation.