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Breslin Center Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Cameras
Checked Source: Breslin Center bag policy announcement (msuspartans.com, opens in a new tab), Michigan State clear bag policy page (msuspartans.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Breslin Center allows one clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch, camera or binocular case up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Medically necessary, childcare and dietary items can be allowed after inspection. The pages state no other item rules, and the bag policy dates from 2022.
Every rule at Breslin Center
An item that is not listed is not mentioned in the official pages we checked. Each row links to the page its rule came from.
Bag policy in detail
The only bags, packages or containers permitted are a clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, and a small clutch, camera or binocular case up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. A small clutch bag up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches, with or without a strap, is permitted. The pages do not mention backpacks.
Food and drink
The pages do not mention water bottles, outside food and coolers.
Cameras and electronics
Camera and binocular cases are permitted only if they do not exceed 4.5 x 6.5 inches. The pages do not mention camera lenses, tripods, drones, laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Exceptions can be made for medically necessary, childcare or dietary items after proper inspection. 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
Binocular cases are permitted only if they do not exceed 4.5 x 6.5 inches. The pages do not mention signs and flags.
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
Items are inspected, and exceptions for medical, childcare or dietary items are made after proper inspection.
Bag storage and lockers
The pages describe no bag storage.
Michigan State home events
The 2022 announcement says Breslin Center, Munn Ice Arena and Spartan Stadium all had no-bag policies before, and clear bags are now allowed. The pages state no food, drink or other item rules.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Bags larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches
- Non-clear bags other than a small clutch
- Camera and binocular cases over 4.5 x 6.5 inches
- Non-clear backpacks and totes
- Containers that do not fit the bag policy
Questions about Breslin Center
One clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch, camera case or binocular case up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches.
The pages allow camera and binocular cases up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. They state no camera or lens rule, so those rows show as not stated.
Exceptions can be made for medically necessary, childcare or dietary items after proper inspection.
Yes. Michigan State says clear bags are sold at its online shop and on game days at most venues.
Sources
- Updates To Bag Policy at Breslin Center and Munn Ice Arena - Michigan State University Athletics (opens in a new tab)
msuspartans.com, read
- Michigan State Athletics Clear Bag Policy - Michigan State University Athletics (opens in a new tab)
msuspartans.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 August 2022 announcement for the Breslin Center and Munn Ice Arena and the Michigan State clear bag policy page.
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