Accessibility at Origins Game Fair
Origins Game Fair is for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned board gamer or just discovering the hobby, whatever your age, whoever you are, there's a seat at the table for you. We want every attendee to feel welcome, comfortable, and able to fully participate in the convention. This guide will walk you through what to expect and what accommodations are available.
Venue Accessibility
The Greater Columbus Convention Center (GCCC) is fully accessible in accordance with ADA regulations. As a Public Assembly Facility, the GCCC maintains permanent accessibility accommodations throughout the building including:
Wheelchair ramps and automatic doors
Accessible restrooms on each floor, equipped with accessible stalls
Elevators throughout the facility
Accessible parking with reserved areas for guests with disability permits
Family restrooms are located in Upper A-Pod (behind room A-210) and in the Center Lounge restrooms near the South Café and Marketplace.
A Universal Changing Table is available in the Family Restroom behind the Battelle Grand Ballroom. This table is height-adjustable and designed to accommodate everyone, including adults.
A Family Care Lounge for nursing mothers is located on the Central Atrium and is equipped with a seat, electrical outlets, and a lockable door.
Finding Your Way
Maps of the Greater Columbus Convention Center and Origins Game Fair event spaces are available at https://www.originsgamefair.com/show-map. We recommend reviewing the map before you arrive so you can plan your route and locate the spaces most relevant to you, including accessible entrances, restrooms, elevators, and the Quiet Calming Space.
Getting Assistance
An Information Desk is located on the bottom floor of the Conference Center near the main entrance. Staff are available to help with accessibility questions, navigation, lost and found, scheduled events, and any other questions or concerns.
Origins Game Fair staff and volunteers are available throughout the convention to assist you. If you need help, look for a team member wearing a Staff shirt.
Wheelchairs and Scooters
If you need a wheelchair, please contact Public Safety directly at (614) 827-2547. A member of the Public Safety Department will bring a wheelchair to you. A photo ID exchange is required and will be returned when you are done.
Electric scooters are available to rent through the Pride Ride program. Reserve a scooter by calling (614) 827-2531 and paying by credit card. Advanced reservations are encouraged.
https://columbusconventions.com/services/guest-services/
Sensory Accessibility
Origins Game Fair is proud to partner with Square Holes, a neurodiversity consulting organization, to certify this event as Sensory Aware. This certification ensures that neurodivergent attendees and those with sensory processing challenges can fully participate and feel safe and comfortable at the convention. Staff and volunteers have received training on neurodiversity and sensory accessibility and are aware of the accommodations available at this year's event.
Sensory bags equipped with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, and weighted lap pads are available through the GCCC Guest Service Centers. GCCC staff are KultureCity certified and trained to recognize and support guests experiencing sensory overload.
Quiet & Sensory Rooms
A dedicated quiet space is available for attendees who need a break from the crowds, noise, and sensory environment of the convention. This is a place to decompress, regroup, and recharge at your own pace.
The Quiet & Sensory Rooms are located:
GCCC - Room C151
Hyatt - Garfield Room
https://www.originsgamefair.com/show-map
No gaming is permitted in this space. Please be mindful that this is a shared resource and space may be limited. Stay as long as you need.
Service Animals
Service animals are welcome at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Service animals are defined as animals individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability.
Community Standards
Origins Game Fair is more than an event. It is a community built on creativity, connection, and play. Every attendee plays a role in making it a place where everyone feels welcome.
All participants are expected to:
Treat others with respect, kindness, and professionalism
Respect personal boundaries, consent, and shared space
Engage in fair and sportsmanlike play
Follow all event rules, venue policies, and staff direction
Contribute to a positive and inclusive environment for all
Your behavior reflects not only yourself, but the broader tabletop community.
Prohibited Conduct
The following behaviors are not permitted at Origins Game Fair:
Harassment, hate speech, slurs, or discriminatory behavior
Threats of violence, acts of violence, or promotion of violence
Bullying, intimidation, shaming, or targeted humiliation
Unwanted physical contact or unwelcome sexual attention
Stalking, following, or harassment of any kind
Unauthorized or harassing photography or recording
Disruptive behavior that interferes with events, games, panels, exhibitors, staff, or operations
Offensive, defamatory, obscene, or excessively vulgar conduct
Fraudulent activity, bribery, or deceptive practices
Game sabotage, cheating, or exploitation of gameplay mechanics
Participation in illegal activity
Violent behavior, the promotion of violence, or participation in illegal activity will result in immediate escalation.
Accessibility and Player Comfort
Origins Game Fair supports inclusive and accessible play. Participants are expected to respect the comfort, boundaries, and access needs of others at all times.
If a player expresses discomfort with content, conversation, or behavior:
Game hosts should adjust content where possible
Players should be allowed to step away without pressure or judgment
Participants should avoid escalating or dismissing the concern
Creating a safe and respectful play environment is a shared responsibility.
For the full Origins Game Fair show rules and policies, visit https://www.originsgamefair.com/show-policies
A Note from Origins Game Fair
A Game on Every Table and a Table for Everyone is not just a phrase. It is a responsibility we all share. We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels welcome, creativity is respected and protected, safety is prioritized, and community comes first.
If you have specific needs or questions before the event, please reach out in advance so we can do our best to help. You can also speak with any staff member or volunteer on-site.
We look forward to gaming with you.