Refund Policy

Last Updated: [02.02.2026]

This Refund Policy governs all payments made to Universe Grandeur Pageant ("Universe Grandeur," "we," "us," or "our") through our website https://universegrandeur.org/ and any associated platforms, partners, or authorized representatives. This policy is designed to protect Universe Grandeur Pageant, its affiliates, associates, partners, sponsors, and representatives.

By accessing our Website, submitting applications, registering for events, purchasing tickets, securing vendor space, or engaging with any Universe Grandeur Pageant service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Refund Policy in full.

1. General No-Refund Policy

All payments made to Universe Grandeur Pageant are final, non-refundable, and non-transferable, unless explicitly stated otherwise in a written agreement signed by an authorized representative of Universe Grandeur Pageant.

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Event tickets

  • Pageant application fees

  • Registration fees

  • Casting or audition fees

  • Vendor booth fees

  • Sponsorship fees

  • Delegate or contestant participation fees

  • Advertising or promotional fees

2. Assumption of Risk

All users, attendees, contestants, delegates, vendors, sponsors, and participants engage with Universe Grandeur Pageant at their own risk. Financial commitments are made voluntarily, and participants accept full responsibility for their decisions.

Universe Grandeur Pageant is not responsible for personal circumstances, scheduling conflicts, travel issues, visa denials, weather conditions, illness, emergencies, or any external factors that may prevent participation.

3. Event Changes, Postponement, or Cancellation

Universe Grandeur Pageant reserves the right to:

  • Modify event dates, schedules, venues, speakers, performers, or programming

  • Postpone events

  • Cancel events due to circumstances beyond reasonable control

In such cases:

  • No refunds are guaranteed

  • Credits or rollovers may be offered at our sole discretion

  • Administrative, processing, and service fees remain non-refundable

4. Vendor & Sponsor Refunds

Vendor and sponsor payments are strictly non-refundable, regardless of:

  • Sales performance

  • Attendance levels

  • Weather conditions

  • Event modifications

Vendors and sponsors are responsible for their own insurance, staffing, inventory, and security.

5. Chargebacks & Payment Disputes

Initiating a chargeback or payment dispute without first contacting Universe Grandeur Pageant constitutes a violation of this policy.

Universe Grandeur Pageant reserves the right to:

  • Dispute chargebacks

  • Suspend or ban users from future events

  • Recover associated fees, penalties, and administrative costs

6. Exceptions

Any exception to this Refund Policy must:

  • Be provided in writing

  • Be signed by an authorized Universe Grandeur Pageant representative

  • Clearly outline refund terms and conditions

Verbal agreements, assumptions, or third-party promises are not valid.

7. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

  • Universe Grandeur Pageant shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

  • Liability shall not exceed the amount paid by the user

All users agree to release, indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Universe Grandeur Pageant and its affiliates from any claims related to payments or refunds.

8. Policy Updates

Universe Grandeur Pageant reserves the right to amend or update this Refund Policy at any time without prior notice. Updates take effect immediately upon posting on the Website.

Continued use of the Website or participation in events constitutes acceptance of any changes.

9. Governing Law

This Refund Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Maryland, United States.

10. Contact Information

For refund-related inquiries, please contact:

Universe Grandeur Pageant
📍 1177 Annapolis Rd, Unit 91
Odenton, MD 21113
🌐 https://universegrandeur.org/
📧 refund@universegrandeur.org/

By submitting payment through our platform, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Refund Policy in its entirety.