ArenaRosemont, ILChicago Wolves games at Allstate Arena
Allstate Arena Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Cameras
Checked Source: Chicago Wolves A-Z guide for Allstate Arena (chicagowolves.com, opens in a new tab), Chicago Wolves FAQs (chicagowolves.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
For Chicago Wolves games, Allstate Arena searches every bag and bars bags that are backpack-sized or larger unless they are medically necessary. Outside food and drink and alcohol are not allowed. Cameras are allowed without flash during play, but video cameras and tripods are banned. Fans may not re-enter without arranging it with security or ushers first.
Every rule at Allstate Arena
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Bag policy in detail
All bags are searched on entry. Bags that are backpack-sized or larger are not allowed unless they are medically necessary or part of pregame or on-ice entertainment. The pages give no clear bag size. Bags that are backpack-sized or larger are not allowed into the arena unless medically necessary. Anyone with one must return it to their vehicle. The pages do not mention purses.
- Bag: Smaller than backpack size, all searched
- Backpack: Not allowed
- Water bottle: Outside drinks not allowed
- Outside food: Not allowed
Food and drink
Outside food and beverages are not allowed in Allstate Arena. The FAQ says outside food and beverages are not allowed in Allstate Arena. Alcohol may not be carried in. The pages do not mention coolers.
Cameras and electronics
Cameras are allowed, but flash photography is prohibited during play. Per Player Union rules, video cameras are not allowed, and nobody may roam the arena to shoot the game without credentials. Tripods are not allowed. The pages do not mention camera lenses, drones, laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Bags that are backpack-sized or larger are allowed only if they are medically necessary or part of pregame or on-ice entertainment. The pages do not mention strollers.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
The pages do not mention umbrellas, blankets and seat cushions.
Signs, flags and fan items
The pages do not mention signs, 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 bags are searched on entry. Anyone who tries to bring in items or bags that are not permitted must return them to their vehicle.
Bag storage and lockers
The guide describes no bag storage. Fans must return items that are not permitted to their vehicle.
Wolves games and other events
These pages are the Chicago Wolves guide for Wolves games. The arena also hosts concerts and DePaul games with their own rules, 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.
- Backpacks
- Water bottles
- Outside food
- Tripods
- Alcohol brought in from outside
- Backpack-sized or larger bags
- Video cameras
- Flash photography during play
- Roaming the arena to shoot the game
Questions about Allstate Arena
All bags are searched on entry. Bags that are backpack-sized or larger are not allowed unless they are medically necessary or part of pregame or on-ice entertainment. The pages give no clear bag size.
Bags that are backpack-sized or larger are not allowed into the arena unless medically necessary. Anyone with one must return it to their vehicle.
Outside food and beverages are not allowed in Allstate Arena.
The FAQ says outside food and beverages are not allowed in Allstate Arena. Alcohol may not be carried in.
Cameras are allowed, but flash photography is prohibited during play. Per Player Union rules, video cameras are not allowed, and nobody may roam the arena to shoot the game without credentials.
Sources
- A-Z Guide for Chicago Wolves Games at Allstate Arena - Chicago Wolves (opens in a new tab)
chicagowolves.com, read
- FAQs | Ice Hockey Games - Chicago Wolves (opens in a new tab)
chicagowolves.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.
Change log
First check: 21 rules read against the Chicago Wolves A-Z guide and FAQs, because the arena's own policy page refuses connections.
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