Terms of Service

1. Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you ("you" or "Attendee") and The General Public ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") concerning your access to and use of our website thedopebbq.com (the "Site") and our event services, including DOPE BBQ (the "Events").

By accessing or using the Site, purchasing tickets, or attending our Events, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, you may not access the Site or attend our Events.

2. Events Overview

DOPE BBQ is a cultural day party and event series produced by The General Public. Our events feature:

• Live DJ performances featuring Hip-Hop, R&B, Afrobeats, and Afro-Dancehall
• Food and beverage vendors
• Special guest appearances and performances
• Premium party experiences at various Brooklyn venues

All events are subject to venue capacity, local regulations, and our discretion. We reserve the right to modify event details, including but not limited to performers, venue, and timing.

3. Age Requirements

Acceptable forms of identification include:

• Valid driver's license
• State-issued ID card
• Passport or passport card
• Military ID

We reserve the right to refuse entry to anyone who cannot provide valid identification or appears to be using fraudulent ID.

4. Tickets and Entry

4.1 Ticket Purchases

Tickets for our Events are sold through authorized ticketing platforms, including posh.vip. All ticket purchases are subject to:

• The ticketing platform's terms of service
• Venue capacity limitations
• Our right to cancel or modify events

4.2 Ticket Transfers

Tickets may only be transferred through the official ticketing platform. We are not responsible for tickets purchased from unauthorized resellers or scalpers. Tickets obtained through unauthorized means may be cancelled without refund.

4.3 Guest List

Guest list requests submitted through our website are subject to approval and availability. Being on the guest list does not guarantee entry. All guest list attendees must still meet age requirements and comply with venue policies.

5. Refund and Cancellation Policy

5.1 Event Cancellation by Company

If we cancel an event, ticket holders will receive a full refund or the option to transfer their ticket to a future event. Refunds will be processed through the original ticketing platform.

5.2 Event Postponement

If an event is postponed, tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. If you cannot attend the new date, you may request a refund within 14 days of the postponement announcement.

5.3 No Refunds for Attendee Cancellation

Tickets are generally non-refundable once purchased. If you cannot attend, you may transfer your ticket through the official ticketing platform. Please review the ticketing platform's specific refund policies at the time of purchase.

5.4 Denied Entry

No refunds will be provided if you are denied entry due to:

• Failure to provide valid ID
• Violation of venue policies or code of conduct
• Arriving after venue capacity is reached
• Intoxication or disorderly behavior

6. Code of Conduct

By attending our Events, you agree to:

• Treat all attendees, staff, and performers with respect
• Comply with all venue rules and regulations
• Not engage in harassment, discrimination, or violence
• Not possess or consume illegal substances
• Not bring weapons or prohibited items
• Follow instructions from event staff and security

Violation of the code of conduct may result in immediate removal from the venue without refund and potential ban from future events.

7. Assumption of Risk

Attendance at our Events involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Exposure to loud music and sound systems
• Physical contact in crowded environments
• Exposure to strobe lights and special effects
• Risk of injury from dancing or movement

By attending, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with event attendance and waive any claims against The General Public related to such risks.

8. Photo and Video Release

By attending our Events, you grant The General Public and its affiliates the right to:

• Photograph and record video of you at the event
• Use your likeness in promotional materials, social media, and marketing
• Edit, reproduce, and distribute such content without compensation

If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please contact our staff at the event and avoid areas designated for photography.

9. Liability and Indemnification

9.1 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by law, The General Public shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to:

• Personal injury not caused by our direct negligence
• Loss or theft of personal property
• Damage to vehicles in venue parking areas
• Disappointment due to event modifications

9.2 Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless The General Public, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses arising out of or related to:

• Your attendance at our Events
• Your breach of these Terms
• Your violation of any law or regulation
• Your negligence or willful misconduct

10. Intellectual Property

10.1 Our Content

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, digital downloads, and software, is the property of The General Public or its content suppliers and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

The "DOPE BBQ" name, logo, and associated branding are trademarks of The General Public.

10.2 Limited License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes. You may not:

• Modify, copy, or create derivative works from our content
• Use our content for commercial purposes without permission
• Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
• Use our trademarks without written authorization

11. Website Use

11.1 Acceptable Use

When using our Site, you agree not to:

• Use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Use the Site to transmit harmful, offensive, or illegal content
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Site
• Use automated systems to access the Site without our permission
• Interfere with or disrupt the Site or servers
• Submit false or misleading information

11.2 Third-Party Links

Our Site may contain links to third-party websites, including ticketing platforms. We are not responsible for the content or practices of these external sites. Visiting linked sites is at your own risk.

12. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding your personal information.

13. Dispute Resolution

13.1 Informal Resolution

Before initiating any legal action, you agree to contact us first and attempt to resolve any dispute informally. Most concerns can be resolved quickly through direct communication.

13.2 Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13.3 Arbitration

Any dispute arising from or relating to these Terms or our Events shall be resolved through binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Commercial Arbitration Rules. The arbitration shall take place in New York, and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.

13.4 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action.

14. Disclaimers

We do not warrant that:

• The Site will be uninterrupted, secure, or error-free
• Events will proceed exactly as advertised
• Specific performers will appear
• Any errors in the Site will be corrected

15. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

Your continued use of the Site or attendance at our Events after any changes indicates your acceptance of the new Terms. We encourage you to review these Terms periodically.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be unenforceable or invalid, that provision shall be limited or eliminated to the minimum extent necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

17. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any ticket purchase agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and The General Public regarding the use of the Site and attendance at our Events, superseding any prior agreements between you and us.

18. Contact Information

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

19. Acknowledgment

By using our Site, purchasing tickets, or attending our Events, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.