The Playpen Enterprises LLC
SWEEPSTAKES, CONTESTS, AND PROMOTIONAL RULES POLICY
Official Rules for Playpen-Sponsored Promotions
This policy governs sweepstakes, contests, and promotional rules sponsored by The Playpen Enterprises LLC ("Sponsor"). Each promotion may have additional rules disclosed in the specific promotion announcement. Where those announcement rules conflict with this policy, the announcement rules control for that promotion only.
A. Eligibility
A.1 Residence & Age: Participation is open only to legal residents of Illinois who are 21 years of age or older at the time of entry. Proof of age (valid government-issued photo ID) will be required for any winner, especially for prizes involving alcohol.
A.2 Ineligible Parties: Employees, officers, and agents of Playpen Chicago ("Sponsor"), its parent, subsidiaries, and affiliates, as well as immediate family or household members of those individuals, are not eligible to enter or win.
A.3 Geography: The promotion is void outside Illinois and void where prohibited by law. All federal, state, and local laws and regulations apply.
A.4 No Purchase Necessary: No purchase or payment is necessary to enter or win any sweepstakes or contest, and a purchase will not improve your chances of winning. Promotions are free to enter in compliance with Illinois law, which prohibits requiring payment/consideration for entry.
B. Promotion Period
B.1 Entry/Promotion Period: Each promotion will have a defined Entry Period or Promotion Period (start and end dates/times, with time zone always being Central Standard Time (CST)) announced in the promotional materials. All entries must be submitted within this period; late entries will be disqualified. Sponsor's clock or the platform's timestamp is the official time-keeper for the promotion.
C. How to Enter
C.1 Entry Method: Follow the entry instructions provided in the specific promotion announcement (e.g. on Sponsor's social media post or website). For example, entrants may be asked to follow Sponsor's account and "like" or comment on a post, tag or refer a friend, use a specific hashtag, or submit an entry form or original content, as stated in the announcement. No other methods of entry will be accepted unless expressly stated. If an alternate means of entry (AMOE), such as mail-in, is provided, it will be treated equally with online entries (no purchase required).
C.2 Limit on Entries: Unless otherwise stated, there is a limit of one (1) entry per person (and per social media account/email) for the promotion. Entrants may not create multiple accounts or use any automated or fraudulent means to enter multiple times. Automated or bulk entries (e.g. via scripts, bots, or macros) are prohibited and will be void. Entries in excess of the stated limit or in violation of the rules will be disqualified, and the Sponsor may disqualify the entrant entirely.
C.3 Social Media Accounts: If entry is via a social media platform (e.g. Playpen Chicago user profile, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, Facebook), you must have an account in good standing on that platform. Accounts are free to create, but are subject to the platform's terms of use. Your social media profile must be public (visible to the Sponsor) at the time of entry and winner selection, or your entry may not be seen and could be disqualified. Sponsor is not responsible if it cannot view an entry due to privacy settings.
C.4 Entry Content (Contests): For skill-based contests where an original work (photo, video, caption, etc.) is required, the entry must be the entrant's own original creation. Entries must not have been previously published or have won any award, and must not infringe any copyright, trademark, privacy, publicity, or other rights of any person or entity. Content that is obscene, pornographic, violent, illegal, or otherwise objectionable (as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion) is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification. By submitting any content, you affirm you have all necessary rights to the material and that you grant the Sponsor a permanent royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display the entry for promotional or marketing purposes. (For contests, Sponsor may in some cases require entrants to agree to assign ownership of entries to Sponsor as a condition of entry or winning.) Once submitted, you may not ask to withdraw the content you submitted, even if this content was submitted to be voted on by the general public as part of the contest or any subsequent or concurrent use by the Sponsor.
D. Winner Selection
D.1 Sweepstakes (Chance Drawings): If the promotion is a sweepstakes, the winner(s) will be selected by random drawing from all eligible entries received during the Entry Period. The random drawing will be conducted by the Sponsor or its agent, and all decisions of the Sponsor regarding the drawing are final and binding. Odds of winning depend on the number of eligible entries received. No skill or merit is involved in the winner selection for sweepstakes.
D.2 Contests (Skill Competitions): If the promotion is a contest, the winner(s) will be determined by a judging process based on skill/criteria rather than chance. Chance plays no part in determining the winner. A panel of judges chosen by Sponsor will evaluate all eligible contest entries based on the published judging criteria (e.g. creativity, originality, quality, relevance to the contest theme, and/or audience appeal). Each entry will be judged on its merits relative to the criteria. The entry (or entries) with the highest scores (or that best meet the criteria) will be selected as the winner(s). In the event of a tie, the tied entries may be re-judged or a tiebreaker criterion (e.g. an additional judge's decision or earliest submission time) may be used to determine the winner, at Sponsor's sole discretion. All judging decisions are final and not subject to appeal.
E. Prize Details
E.1 Prizes Offered: The prizes for each promotion will be described in the announcements. Prizes may include, for example, invitations/pass access to exclusive yacht parties or land-based events, discount codes or vouchers for boat charters on Sponsor's platform (at chicago.theplaypen.com), alcohol, and/or branded merchandise (e.g. apparel or accessories with Sponsor's branding). The specific quantity of prizes, description of each prize, and approximate retail value (ARV) will be stated in the promotion details.
E.2 Alcoholic Prizes: Any prize that includes alcohol (such as Playpen Vodka) will only be awarded to a winner who is 21 or older. Winner (and any guest, if applicable) must present valid proof of legal drinking age (government-issued ID showing age 21+) before any alcohol portion of a prize is awarded. If Sponsor is unable to verify that a potential winner is over 21, that person will be disqualified and an alternate winner will be selected. Alcohol prizes will be distributed in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. (Note: Alcohol cannot be shipped to any location where it is prohibited; in such case arrangement for physical pickup or an alternate prize of equal value may be offered solely at the Sponsor's discretion.)
E.3 Event Prizes: Prizes that are invitations or tickets to events (e.g. yacht parties) have no cash value and are valid only on the date(s) specified. Guests of a winner attending any Sponsor-hosted 21+ event must also be 21 or older and may be required to sign a liability release and show proof of age as well. Transportation, lodging, and any other accommodations are not included in the prize unless explicitly stated – winners are responsible for arranging and paying for their own travel to/from the event venue. If a winner is unable to attend an event on the specified date, the prize (or that portion of the prize) will be forfeited. If an event is canceled or rescheduled for reasons beyond Sponsor's control, Sponsor will make good faith efforts to offer an alternative prize or date, but cannot guarantee substitution of equal value.
E.4 Non-Transferability & Substitution: Prizes are non-transferable and may not be sold, bartered, assigned, or otherwise given to any other person or entity. No cash redemption or substitution is allowed, except that the Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize (or a portion of the prize) with another prize of equal or greater value if the advertised prize becomes unavailable for any reason. Any such substitutions will be at Sponsor's sole discretion.
E.5 Prize Acceptance: A prize winner may be required to complete additional forms or comply with certain requirements as a condition of receiving the prize (see "Winner Notification/Verification" below). If a winner declines or is unable to accept any part of the prize as awarded, or if the prize is forfeited for any reason, Sponsor is not obligated to provide a substitute prize or compensation (other than any substitution it elects to offer as described above).
E.6 Taxes and Expenses: All federal, state, and local taxes on the prize value, and any other costs or expenses associated with accepting or using the prize that are not expressly included in the prize description (for example, gratuities, incidental expenses, or travel expenses not provided) are the sole responsibility of the winner. The Sponsor will provide any required tax documentation to winners (e.g. IRS Form 1099 for prize values $600 or more). Winners are advised to seek independent tax advice regarding prize winnings.
E.7 One Prize Per Person: Unless otherwise stated, there is a limit of one prize per person/household across the sweepstakes or contest. A participant may not win more than once in a single promotion. If the same individual is selected as a winner of multiple prizes, Sponsor may award only the first prize and disqualify/skip the person for subsequent drawings, in order to give other entrants a chance.
F. Winner Notification and Verification
F.1 Notification Method: The potential winner(s) will be notified by the Sponsor via the contact information provided at entry. For social media promotions, this will typically be by direct message ("DM") sent to the winner's handle/account on the platform (Instagram, Facebook, etc.), or by a reply to the winning comment/post, with a request for further contact details. In some cases, Sponsor may alternatively email or telephone the winner if such information is available. Important: Be vigilant for communications from the official Playpen Chicago accounts only – Sponsor will never ask for payment information as a condition of claiming a prize. (Any communication that asks for credit card info or appears suspicious should be ignored and reported.)
F.2 Response Required: The potential winner must respond to the Sponsor's notification within 48 hours (or the timeframe stated in the notification/rules) to confirm eligibility and claim the prize. The response may include providing a valid email or phone number for further correspondence. If a notified winner does not respond in time, cannot be reached, or fails to follow the instructions in the winner notification (e.g. fails to provide requested information or documentation by the deadline), the prize will be forfeited and the Sponsor may select an alternate winner from the remaining eligible entries (by random draw or next runner-up in a contest).
F.3 Winner Verification: Before being confirmed as a winner and receiving a prize, each potential winner must meet all eligibility requirements and comply with all terms and conditions of these Official Rules. The Sponsor may require a potential winner to sign and return certain documents to verify eligibility and release liability. This may include an Affidavit of Eligibility, a Liability Waiver, and where lawful, a Publicity Release, as well as any required tax forms (collectively, "Winner Documents"). The potential winner will be informed of the required documents and must return them, properly executed, by the deadline provided (for example, within 5 business days of receipt, or 48 hours for time-sensitive events). In addition, for promotions involving prizes of significant value or sensitive events, the Sponsor reserves the right to perform a background check and disqualify any potential winner who has engaged in conduct that could bring Sponsor into disrepute (you may be required to consent to such background check as a condition of winning).
F.4 Failure to Verify: If a potential winner (i) is found to be ineligible or not in compliance with the rules; (ii) fails to sign and return required Winner Documents or provide requested information by the deadline; or (iii) is disqualified for any other reason, then the potential winner will be deemed to have forfeited the prize. In such case, Sponsor will select an alternate winner as described above, who will be subject to the same verification process. This process will continue until the prize is awarded or until Sponsor has made a reasonable number of attempts to award the prize and may then elect not to award it.
F.5 Prize Delivery: Upon confirmation of eligibility and receipt of required Winner Documents, Sponsor will arrange to deliver or fulfill the prize. Physical prizes (e.g. merchandise or alcohol) will either be shipped to the winner's provided address (signature and ID proof may be required upon delivery for age-restricted items) or made available for pickup at a specified location, at Sponsor's discretion. Digital prizes (e.g. discount codes) will be delivered electronically. Prizes will be delivered within 30 days of winner verification, unless otherwise specified. Sponsor is not responsible for any delays in delivery due to events beyond its control (e.g. shipping delays, event scheduling changes), but will endeavor to keep winners informed and provide prizes as soon as reasonably possible.
G. Publicity Release
G.1 Publicity Release: Except where prohibited by law, by accepting a prize the winner agrees to allow the Sponsor and its designees to use the winner's name, social media handle, likeness (including profile photo), biographical information (e.g. city/state of residence), and any statements or content provided as part of the promotion or prize for advertising and publicity purposes, in any media (including online posts, press releases, photographs, and videos), worldwide and in perpetuity, without additional compensation or notice. The winner may be asked to confirm this permission in writing. This publicity release is not a condition of entry (and minors will not be subject to it in states where not allowed), but is a condition of accepting a prize unless prohibited by law.
H. General Conditions
H.1 Agreement to Rules: By participating in the promotion, each entrant fully and unconditionally agrees to abide by these Official Rules and the decisions of the Sponsor (and judges, if applicable), which are final and binding in all matters related to the promotion. Entrants also agree to terms of use of any third-party platform used for entry, and to comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
H.2 Right to Disqualify: Sponsor reserves the right to disqualify any individual it finds to be tampering with the entry process or the operation of the promotion, or to be acting in violation of the rules or in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner. Prohibited activities include, but are not limited to: using automated entry scripts, creating fake accounts, entering from multiple accounts or under multiple identities, or engaging in harassment or false information. Any attempt to deliberately undermine the legitimate operation of the promotion (such as hacking the website or cheating) is a violation of criminal and civil laws, and should such an attempt be made, Sponsor reserves the right to seek damages and other remedies to the fullest extent permitted by law.
H.3 Technical Failures: The Released Parties (defined below) are not responsible for: entries that are lost, late, misdirected, stolen, damaged, or garbled; failures of any telecommunication or computer network, servers, or equipment; errors in any promotional or informational materials; or other errors or malfunctions of any kind, whether human, mechanical, electronic or otherwise, that may occur in the transmission, processing, or judging of entries, the announcement of prizes, or any promotion-related materials. If any of the foregoing issues causes interruption or corruption of the promotion or undermines the integrity of the promotion, the Sponsor may, in its discretion, suspend, modify, or cancel the promotion and, if feasible, select winners from eligible, non-suspect entries received before the problem occurred or as otherwise deemed fair and appropriate by Sponsor.
H.4 Compliance with Platform Rules: Entrants must comply with the terms and guidelines of the social media platform used for the promotion. For example, do not inaccurately tag content or tag individuals who are not actually depicted, in order to gain more entries or exposure (Instagram's rules prohibit tagging people in a photo if they aren't in it). Entries should also comply with the platform's content standards; any entry that contains spam, inappropriate or offensive material, or violates the platform's rules may be removed and disqualified at Sponsor's discretion. The promotion may be subject to the platform's own promotion guidelines (e.g. Facebook's Promotions Policy or Instagram's Promotions Rules), and by entering, participants agree to adhere to those guidelines in addition to Sponsor's Official Rules.
H.5 Release of Liability: By entering, participants agree that the Sponsor, its parent company, affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising/promotional agencies, and each of their respective directors, officers, employees, and agents (collectively, the "Released Parties") shall not be liable for and are released and held harmless from any claim or cause of action arising out of participation in the promotion or any acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize. This release includes, but is not limited to, any financial losses, personal injuries, death, damage to or loss of property, or claims of rights of publicity or privacy, or defamation, that may occur in connection with preparing for, participating in, or traveling to any promotion-related activity, or in the possession, acceptance, or use of the prize. Winners assume all liability for any injury or damage caused or claimed to be caused by participation or by use/redemption of a prize.
H.6 Limitations of Liability: Entrant further agrees that in any cause of action, the Released Parties' liability will be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred (if any) in participating in the promotion, and in no event will the entrant be entitled to recover attorneys' fees. Entrants waive the right to claim any damages whatsoever that are punitive, consequential, indirect, or incidental (including multiple or increased damages), and entrants waive any right to have damages multiplied or increased. Some jurisdictions do not allow the foregoing limitations or exclusion of liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above may not apply to you in its entirety.
H.7 Force Majeure: Sponsor shall not be liable or responsible for any failures or delays in performance (including awarding or fulfilling any prize) due to circumstances outside its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, natural disasters, weather, public health crises, or disruptions in utility or communications systems. If such an event occurs that makes it impossible or impracticable to continue the promotion, Sponsor reserves the right to cancel or modify the promotion.
H.8 Sponsor's Decisions: All interpretations of the rules and decisions by Sponsor regarding the administration of the promotion and selection of winners are final. Sponsor's failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules in a given instance does not constitute a waiver of that provision.
J. Additional Disclosures and FTC Compliance
J.1 No Endorsement by Third Parties: Any names or trademarks used in connection with the promotion (including that of the social media platforms or any third-party prize providers) are solely for identification purposes and do not imply any endorsement of the promotion or Sponsor by those third parties. Likewise, awarding a prize that includes a third-party product or service (e.g., a charter boat experience or merchandise from a brand) does not imply the third party's affiliation with or endorsement of this promotion. All trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
J.2 FTC Endorsement Guides: Sponsor intends to comply fully with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines concerning advertising and endorsements in social media. Entrants are advised that if they choose to post content about this promotion (such as sharing their entry on their personal social media), they should clearly disclose that their post is part of a sweepstakes or contest entry. For example, entrants may include a hashtag like #PlaypenContest or #SweepstakesEntry in any public posts, which signals that it's posted in connection with a promotion. (Sponsor may require certain hashtags in the entry instructions for this purpose – e.g., #Sweepstakes – which must be included for a valid entry.) Transparency is important: the goal is that anyone viewing an entrant's post understands they are engaging in a promotional contest and not seeing an unsolicited endorsement. Entrants should not be misleading or deceptive in any posts related to the promotion. Sponsor similarly will include appropriate disclosures in its own social posts about the promotion.
J.3 Void Where Prohibited: This promotion is void where prohibited or restricted by law. It is the entrant's responsibility to ensure that participation is lawful in their locality. Sponsor may cancel or modify the promotion in any jurisdiction if it determines, in its sole discretion, that the promotion cannot be conducted in compliance with such jurisdiction's legal requirements.
J.4 Severability: If any provision of these Official Rules is determined to be invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, that provision shall be severed and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
K. Sponsor and Governing Law
K.1 Sponsor Information: The sponsor of this promotion is Playpen Chicago (The Playpen Enterprises LLC). You may visit https://support.playpenchicago.com to submit a ticket for communication.
K.2 Governing Law: All issues concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Official Rules, or the rights and obligations of entrants and the Sponsor, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, without regard to conflicts of law principles. By entering, you agree that any disputes arising from or relating to this promotion will be resolved individually (not as part of any class action) and exclusively in the appropriate state or federal courts located in Illinois, and you expressly consent to the jurisdiction of said courts.
K.3 Winners List and Rules: To obtain a copy of these Official Rules or a winners list (available after the promotion ends), you may send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Sponsor at the official address in these terms and conditions (Please specify which information you are requesting.) Requests must be received within 60 days of the promotion's end.