Cancellation Policy:

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic we have updated our refund policy. (Updated September 2021)

In-person conferences

Updated COVID-19 refund policy: For all in-person conferences that take place prior to May 2022 attendees may, for any reason, transfer 100% of any payments to a future event if you cancel at least 30 days before the event. You may also request 50% of your payments refunded as per our standard refund policy. If we are unable to run the event due to state regulations the conference will be rescheduled for a later date.

We recommend travel insurance to cover any unforeseen events outside this policy. Learn more about covid-related travel insurance here.

Standard refund policy: Outside of 60 days from the event, the attendee may choose one of the following refund options:

• 50% cash refund paid within 30 days of the end of the event.
• 70% credit toward a different Out of Chicago event.

Refunds within 60 days of the event:

• 50% credit toward a future Out of Chicago event

Online conferences

Due to the nature of our online conference there are no refunds or credits given for online conference cancellation. All conference sessions are available to view after the conference.

Photowalk and workshops:

Photowalks, excursions and workshops will run rain or shine. If weather prevents the walk from going outside, the group will still meet inside. Instructors will replace the activity with a Q&A or similar activity or change the time of the event to avoid the weather.

In the event of a cancellation from an instructor, Out of Chicago will replace them with a similar instructor.

If an excursion, workshop or conference does not have enough people signed up to run the event, Out of Chicago reserves the right to cancel the event and fully refund the participants.

Photowalk Participant Consent and Waiver Out of Chicago Photowalks and Excursions:

I: Declare that my participation in this photowalk is entirely, expressly and willingly voluntary; Declare I am healthy, physically able and/or my physician has allowed me to participate in this photowalk; Declare I have dressed appropriately for an outdoor photowalk and forecasted weather conditions, and have taken the desired and necessary precautions for my clothing, accessories, equipment and other belongings, in preparation for my participation in this photo walk; Understand and willingly accept that walking in a busy metropolitan area or natural setting has inherent risks and requires awareness and responsibility on my part; Have been informed and willingly accept that portions of this photowalk may include walking in areas without sidewalks, crossing streets and/or walking through areas which are off-the-beaten path; Understand and accept that, should I venture off on my own and separate from the photowalk group, I am on my own, assume my own risk, and acknowledge that I will no longer be considered a participant of this Out of Chicago walk. I have read this Consent and Waiver Form fully and understand its contents. By accepting these terms, I hold Out of Chicago, its staff, instructors, officers, agents, volunteers and affiliates harmless, from any and all claims and causes of action that I may have against any of these entities or persons due to damage, theft, loss, accident, illness, bodily injury, death or other consequences that I may suffer as a result of, or in any manner connected with, directly or indirectly, my participation in this Out of Chicago walk.