Policy Notice

Secured Hotel & Restricted Event Access Policy

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Background

Secured Hotel & Event Access Policy

The Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront serves as the official headquarters and epicenter of FETISH CON™, because the event takes over the entire property, access to the hotel and event areas is restricted to registered attendees only.

Our goal is simple: create a safe, secure, professional, and comfortable environment for all attendees, creators, vendors, and industry professionals.

Important Access Information

During FETISH CON™ there will be 24-hour event security stationed throughout the property, including:

  • Hotel lobby entrances
  • Elevator access points*
  • Trade show entrances
  • Event access checkpoints

To enter the hotel or convention areas, attendees must display one of the following:

  • Official All Access Pass badge
  • Approved Single Day Wristband
  • Official FETISH CON™ Experience Band
  • Pool Pass (pool access only)

Individuals without valid event credentials will not be permitted access to the property during the stated trade show dates.

Why Is the Hotel Secured?

Security & Age Verification

FETISH CON™ is an adults-only event. Restricting access allows us to ensure that all attendees are:

  • 18 years of age or older
  • Properly registered for the event
  • Verified through valid government-issued photo ID

This helps us maintain accountability and quickly identify attendees if needed for safety or event-related matters.

Safety & Comfort

By limiting access to registered attendees, we help create an environment where everyone on property is expected to be there and has agreed to follow the official General Rules & Code of Conduct.

Our priority is making sure attendees feel safe, respected, and comfortable throughout the weekend.

Community-Focused Environment

FETISH CON™ is built around networking, education, content creation, and community. Securing the hotel helps ensure the event remains focused on attendees who genuinely want to participate in the experience.

We absolutely welcome newcomers and first-time attendees. However, the hotel is not open for casual sightseeing or unregistered visitors during event hours.

Private Event Property

FETISH CON™ books the entire hotel property exclusively for the trade show.

Beginning:
Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at 12:00 PM EST

Ending:
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 8:00 AM EST

During this time, the hotel operates as a private event venue rather than a public-access property.

Access to hotel areas including elevators, stairways, guest room floors, pool areas, restaurants, bars, and event spaces is restricted to credentialed attendees only.

Supporting the Event

FETISH CON™ exists because of attendee support. Producing a four-day event of this scale involves significant staffing, security, venue, and operational costs.

Your registration helps support:

  • Event security
  • Creator and vendor opportunities
  • Networking spaces
  • Programming and entertainment
  • Support of the fetish and adult community
  • Future growth of Fetish Con™

We appreciate everyone who supports the event by officially registering (buying a pass) and helping keep FETISH CON™ thriving year after year.

Hotel Reservation Requirement

Please note: You may not stay at the Hilton St. Petersburg Bayfront during FETISH CON™ weekend unless you are pre-registered for the event with an All Access Pass.

Hotel reservations are regularly cross-checked against registered attendee records.

If you have reserved a room without purchasing an All Access Pass, your reservation is subject to cancellation or forfeiture to attendees on the waiting list.

You must purchase your All Access Pass before arriving if you have a hotel room: Purchase All Access Passes

Know Before You Go

All attendees are responsible for reviewing and understanding the official rules and access policies prior to arrival: General Rules & Code of Conduct

Important Reminder

Only registered Hilton hotel guests with confirmed room reservations and All Access Pass holders may access areas above the first floor of the hotel.

Please review all wristband and access-level limitations before attending.

Written by: Fetish Con

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