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Hollywood Bowl Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Cameras
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Short answer
The Hollywood Bowl lets you bring your own food and bags that fit under your seat, up to 15 by 15 by 22 inches. Factory-sealed bottles up to one liter and empty reusable bottles are allowed. Umbrellas, chairs, signs, laptops and tablets, camera stands, detachable lenses and drones are banned, and there is no storage for banned items.
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Bag policy in detail
Bags do not need to be clear but must fit under your seat and be no more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long. Luggage is prohibited. The bag policy allows any style of bag that fits under your seat within 15 x 15 x 22 inches. The pages do not mention purses.
- Bag: Any bag under your seat, up to 15 x 15 x 22 in
- Backpack: Allowed if it fits under the seat
- Water bottle: Sealed up to 1 liter, or empty reusable
- Outside food: Allowed, must fit under the seat
Food and drink
Factory-sealed plastic bottles of non-alcoholic drinks of one liter or less are allowed, and reusable bottles such as Nalgene are allowed if empty. Glass and aluminum cans are not. Water stations are inside. You are welcome to bring your own food to any event. Containers and picnic baskets that measure more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long are not allowed past the gates. Coolers and picnic baskets must fit under your seat or within your box. Ones over 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long are not allowed past the ticket gates.
Cameras and electronics
Cameras with detachable or extended lenses, camera stands including monopods, GoPros and audio or video recording devices are prohibited. Cameras with detachable or extended lenses are prohibited. Any form of camera stand, including monopods, and selfie sticks are prohibited. Drones are on the prohibited items list. Electronic devices such as iPads, tablets and laptops are prohibited. Electronic devices such as iPads, tablets and laptops are prohibited. The pages do not mention power banks.
Strollers and family items
The pages do not mention strollers and a medical bag process.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are prohibited because concerts are performed rain or shine. The pages do not mention blankets and seat cushions.
Signs, flags and fan items
Signs are on the prohibited items list. The pages do not mention flags and binoculars.
Medical needs and accessibility
The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.
Security screening and arrival
All patrons at Hollywood Bowl shows pass security screening with metal detectors, and patrons at lease events also have their bags checked. The page suggests arriving at the gates at least 30 minutes before the event.
Bag storage and lockers
The Bowl does not provide storage for prohibited items. Patrons must return them to their vehicle or discard them before entering.
LA Phil events and lease events
Outside wine and beer are allowed at LA Phil presented events but not at lease events marked Special House Rules Apply, so check the event page for your date.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Camera lenses
- Tripods
- Drones
- Laptops
- Tablets
- Umbrellas
- Signs
- Tailgating of any kind
- Kegs
- Fireworks and incendiary items
- Laser pointers and glow sticks
- Throwable items such as frisbees and beach balls
- Firearms and weapons
- Luggage
Questions about Hollywood Bowl
Bags do not need to be clear but must fit under your seat and be no more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long. Luggage is prohibited.
The bag policy allows any style of bag that fits under your seat within 15 x 15 x 22 inches.
Factory-sealed plastic bottles of non-alcoholic drinks of one liter or less are allowed, and reusable bottles such as Nalgene are allowed if empty. Glass and aluminum cans are not. Water stations are inside.
You are welcome to bring your own food to any event. Containers and picnic baskets that measure more than 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long are not allowed past the gates.
Coolers and picnic baskets must fit under your seat or within your box. Ones over 15 inches wide, 15 inches high or 22 inches long are not allowed past the ticket gates.
Umbrellas are prohibited because concerts are performed rain or shine.
Sources
- House Rules & Code of Conduct | Hollywood Bowl (opens in a new tab)
hollywoodbowl.com, read
Checked on October 5, 2026 against the sources above. Venues can change rules without notice, and rules can differ by event. Confirm with the venue for your date. Next review: October 19, 2026.
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