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Scotiabank Saddledome Entry Rules: Bags, Water and Food

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Short answer

Scotiabank Saddledome allows small bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches at Flames games, with a no-bag express entry. Backpacks, suitcases and large bags are banned, though one part of the guide says no bags at all. Outside food and drinks, laptops and tablets are banned, and there is no bag check or re-entry.

Every rule at Scotiabank Saddledome

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

Any bag within 14 x 14 x 6 inches is a small bag or purse and goes through the yellow line for a physical search. Guests with no bag use the green express entry, and larger bags go back to your vehicle. Another entry says no bags are permitted, so the guide is inconsistent. Backpacks, sports bags, suitcases and large bags are on the non-permitted items list. Any bag smaller than 14 x 14 x 6 inches is a small bag or purse and goes through the yellow small-bag entry.

  • Small bag up to 14 x 14 x 6 inches
  • Green express entry for no bags
  • No outside food or drinks
  • No bag check
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The 14 x 14 x 6 inch limit drawn to scale. Width by depth by height.

Food and drink

Bottles or cans and outside food and beverage are not permitted at any time. Fans with food allergies or medical conditions may be permitted to bring their own, by contacting customer service. Outside food and beverage are not permitted at any time. Fans with food allergies or medical conditions may be permitted to bring their own food after contacting customer service. Coolers are on the non-permitted items list.

Cameras and electronics

At Flames, Wranglers, Hitmen and Roughnecks games cameras are limited to hand-held ones with non-detachable lenses of a maximum 75 mm. Video cameras, GoPros, tablets, monopods, tripods and selfie sticks are never permitted. Cameras are restricted to non-detachable lenses with a maximum of 75 mm for Flames and other team games. Monopods, tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted at any time. Computers, laptops, iPads and tablets are on the non-permitted items list. Tablets and iPads are on the non-permitted items list. The pages do not mention drones and power banks.

Strollers and family items

Strollers must be collapsible and fit under your seat, and they cannot be left in walkways, gates or concourses. They can also be checked at the Guest Services kiosk as space permits, and families with strollers use the yellow small-bag entry. Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are allowed inside, and guests use the yellow small-bag entry for a physical bag search.

Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items

The pages do not mention umbrellas, blankets and seat cushions.

Signs, flags and fan items

Banners and flags cannot be hung or fastened to railings or walls. Small hand-held signs are allowed if they are event related, not distasteful, commercial or political, and not on sticks or poles. Banners and flags are prohibited from being hung or fastened to railings or walls, and poles are prohibited. Patrons are welcome to bring binoculars, though the arena does not rent them.

Medical needs and accessibility

Diaper bags and medically necessary bags are allowed inside. Guests use the yellow small-bag entry and get a physical bag search. Fans with food allergies or medical conditions can ask customer service about bringing their own food.

Security screening and arrival

All fans go through a walk-through metal detector, and all persons and bags are subject to visual or pat-down search. Exiting and re-entering the building during events is not permitted at the Saddledome. The guide describes bag oversize x-ray screening and storage at Guest Services from November 5 for guests with no vehicle.

Bag storage and lockers

The A to Z guide says the Saddledome does not provide an area to check bags, coats or other belongings, and they must go back to your vehicle. A separate entry says that from November 5 oversized bags are x-rayed and stored at Guest Services for the event if you have no vehicle on site.

Flames games, concerts and other events

The green and yellow entries apply to all Flames games, and the guide says cameras and other rules can differ by event. 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
  • Coolers
  • Camera lenses
  • Tripods
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • Flags
  • Backpacks, sports bags and large bags
  • Outside food and drink, bottles and cans
  • Frisbees and beach balls
  • Skateboards
  • Laser pointers
  • Air horns with sirens and whistles
  • Fireworks
  • Spiked or studded jewelry and belts
  • Weapons and dangerous devices of any type
  • Poles over 23 inches, golf clubs and hockey sticks

Questions about Scotiabank Saddledome

  1. Any bag within 14 x 14 x 6 inches is a small bag or purse and goes through the yellow line for a physical search. Guests with no bag use the green express entry, and larger bags go back to your vehicle. Another entry says no bags are permitted, so the guide is inconsistent.

  2. Backpacks, sports bags, suitcases and large bags are on the non-permitted items list.

  3. Bottles or cans and outside food and beverage are not permitted at any time. Fans with food allergies or medical conditions may be permitted to bring their own, by contacting customer service.

  4. Outside food and beverage are not permitted at any time. Fans with food allergies or medical conditions may be permitted to bring their own food after contacting customer service.

  5. Coolers are on the non-permitted items list.

  6. Strollers must be collapsible and fit under your seat, and they cannot be left in walkways, gates or concourses. They can also be checked at the Guest Services kiosk as space permits, and families with strollers use the yellow small-bag entry.

Sources

Checked on October 4, 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 18, 2026.

Change log

  1. First check: 21 rules read against the Scotiabank Saddledome A to Z guide.

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