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Colonial Life Arena Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Gear
Checked Source: South Carolina basketball gameday information page (gamecocksonline.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Colonial Life Arena allows clear bags up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags and clutches up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Food, coolers, cups and containers are banned, with one sealed or empty clear plastic water bottle allowed per person. Umbrellas, strollers, video cameras, tripods, selfie sticks, drones and flags are also banned.
Every rule at Colonial Life Arena
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
Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags and small clutch bags up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches are allowed. A logo up to 4.5 x 3.4 inches is allowed on a clear bag. Backpacks, cinch bags, fanny packs, briefcases, luggage and computer bags are on the prohibited list. Purses larger than a clutch bag, 4.5 x 6.5 inches, are prohibited.
- Bag: Clear 12 x 6 x 12 in, gallon bag or clutch
- Backpack: Not allowed
- Water bottle: One sealed or empty clear plastic bottle
- Outside food: Not allowed
Food and drink
Cups, glass bottles, cans, flasks and thermoses are prohibited, with an exception for one sealed clear plastic disposable bottle or one empty clear plastic disposable water bottle per person. Food of any kind is on the prohibited list. Coolers and containers of any kind are on the prohibited list.
Cameras and electronics
Video cameras, recording devices and detachable camera lenses over 6 inches are prohibited. Detachable camera lenses over 6 inches are prohibited. Tripods and selfie sticks are on the prohibited list. Drones are on the prohibited list. The pages do not mention laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Strollers are on the prohibited list. The pages do not mention a medical bag process.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are on the prohibited list. Seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments or covers, and personal seat backs with armrests, are prohibited. The pages do not mention blankets.
Signs, flags and fan items
Unauthorized banners and posters are on the prohibited list. Flags and flagpoles are on the prohibited list. Binocular bags and cases are prohibited.
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
The page says tickets can only be scanned for use once, so there is no re-entry.
Bag storage and lockers
The page read describes no bag storage.
South Carolina basketball and other events
The page covers South Carolina basketball and the arena. The clear bag policy section covers all ticketed South Carolina athletics events.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Backpacks
- Outside food
- Coolers
- Tripods
- Drones
- Umbrellas
- Strollers
- Flags
- Alcoholic beverages
- Aerosol and spray cans
- Mace and pepper spray
- Animals other than service animals
- Laser lights, strobe lights and pointers
- Artificial noisemakers
- Fireworks and explosives
- Inflatables such as beach balls
- Illegal drugs
- Weapons and concealed weapons
Questions about Colonial Life Arena
Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags and small clutch bags up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches are allowed. A logo up to 4.5 x 3.4 inches is allowed on a clear bag.
Backpacks, cinch bags, fanny packs, briefcases, luggage and computer bags are on the prohibited list.
Cups, glass bottles, cans, flasks and thermoses are prohibited, with an exception for one sealed clear plastic disposable bottle or one empty clear plastic disposable water bottle per person.
Food of any kind is on the prohibited list.
Coolers and containers of any kind are on the prohibited list.
Not allowed. Strollers are on the prohibited list.
Sources
- South Carolina Gamecocks | Football Gameday Information (opens in a new tab)
gamecocksonline.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
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