Terms and Conditions

Agreement Overview

These Terms and Conditions govern your use of the Midnight Card Lounge website and your participation in any activities at our physical venue. By accessing the website or entering the venue, you agree to be bound by these terms. The terms apply to all visitors, registered users, and patrons. If you do not agree, you must not use the website or enter the venue. Midnight Card Lounge is located at 12 Crown Street, Darlinghurst NSW 2010, Australia.

• The terms apply to all visitors, registered users, and patrons.
• If you do not agree, you must not use the website or enter the venue.

Definitions

Key terms used throughout these terms are defined for clarity.

Venue

Refers to the physical premises of Midnight Card Lounge.

Tournament

Refers to any offline poker event organized by the venue.

Chips

Refer to tournament chips used exclusively for gameplay and have no monetary value.

Permitted Use

You may access and view the website for personal, non-commercial use only. Any other use, including reproduction, modification, or distribution of content, is prohibited without prior written consent. The website domain is https://midnightcardlounge.com.

• You may not use automated systems to extract data from the website.
• You may not attempt to disrupt the website's functionality.

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Midnight Card Lounge or its licensors and is protected by Australian and international intellectual property laws.

• The Midnight Card Lounge name and logo are trademarks.
• No license is granted for any use of the intellectual property.

Tournament Participation

Participation in Texas Hold'em tournaments is open to individuals who meet the venue's entry requirements. Tournaments are conducted using tournament chips only, which have no cash value and cannot be exchanged for money or any other consideration. Players must register for tournaments in advance or on-site as capacity allows. The venue reserves the right to refuse entry or disqualify players for rule violations.

• Players must register for tournaments in advance or on-site as capacity allows.
• The venue reserves the right to refuse entry or disqualify players for rule violations.

Chip Buy-ins and Prizes

Tournament entry may require a chip buy-in, which provides a set number of tournament chips for gameplay. Prizes, if any, are awarded in the form of trophies, points, or leaderboard standings, and have no monetary value. Buy-in amounts are specified per tournament and are non-refundable. Points earned contribute to the venue's leaderboard.

• Buy-in amounts are specified per tournament and are non-refundable.
• Points earned contribute to the venue's leaderboard.

Conduct and Fair Play

All players must adhere to the venue's code of conduct, which prohibits cheating, collusion, and disruptive behavior. The venue may remove any player who violates these rules.

• Players must follow dealer instructions.
• Electronic devices may be restricted during play.

VIP Lounge Access

Access to the VIP lounge and high roller areas is subject to availability and may require a reservation or membership. The venue reserves the right to restrict access based on capacity or other criteria. Dress code and conduct standards apply. Minors are not permitted in the venue after certain hours.

• Dress code and conduct standards apply.
• Minors are not permitted in the venue after certain hours.

Custom Poker Table Bookings

Custom poker tables may be reserved for private events or high roller play. Bookings are subject to availability and must be confirmed by the venue. Cancellation policies apply. A deposit may be required for bookings. The venue may cancel or reschedule bookings with notice.

• A deposit may be required for bookings.
• The venue may cancel or reschedule bookings with notice.

Prohibited Activities

The following activities are strictly prohibited: using the website for any unlawful purpose, attempting to gain unauthorized access to systems, engaging in any form of cheating or collusion in poker games, and bringing weapons or illegal substances to the venue.

• Harassment or discrimination of any kind is not tolerated.
• Recording or photographing other patrons without consent is prohibited.

Disclaimer of Warranties

The website and venue services are provided 'as is' without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. Midnight Card Lounge does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free.

• The venue is not liable for lost or stolen personal items.
• The venue is not liable for injuries resulting from patron negligence.

Limitation of Damages

To the maximum extent permitted by law, Midnight Card Lounge shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with your use of the website or participation in venue activities. This limitation applies to all claims, whether based on warranty, contract, tort, or any other legal theory.

User Indemnity

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Midnight Card Lounge, its affiliates, and their respective officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses arising out of your use of the website or your conduct at the venue. This includes reasonable legal fees.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of New South Wales, Australia. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of New South Wales.

Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these terms shall first be attempted to be resolved through good-faith negotiations. If unresolved, the dispute may be referred to mediation before resorting to litigation. Mediation shall be conducted in Sydney, NSW.

Modification of Terms

Midnight Card Lounge reserves the right to modify these Terms and Conditions at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the website. Your continued use of the website or venue after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms. It is your responsibility to review the terms periodically.

Contact Information

For questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at [email protected] or call +61 2 9021 4876.