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Xfinity Mobile Arena Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Gear
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Short answer
Xfinity Mobile Arena allows hand clutches up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches, and bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches after x-ray screening at Flyers and Sixers games. Backpacks, suitcases, outside food and drink and large umbrellas are banned. Empty plastic water bottles are allowed. Lockers cost 5 to 15 dollars.
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Bag policy in detail
Hand clutches, wristlets and small purses up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches are permitted without x-ray screening. For Flyers and Sixers games, bags larger than that and smaller than 14 x 14 x 6 inches are x-ray screened at designated bag entrances. Rules can change per concert or family show. Backpacks, suitcases and large multicompartment bags are restricted. Small purses that do not exceed 4.5 x 6.5 inches are permitted and skip x-ray screening, though they are still inspected. Larger purses go through the bag entrances and x-ray screening.
Bag entry locations are at the Broad Street Entrance, the 11th Street Entrance and the Premium Entrance.
- Hand clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches, no x-ray
- Bags up to 14 x 14 x 6 inches, x-rayed
- Empty plastic refillable water bottles
- Lockers on the 11th Street side
Food and drink
Outside beverages, water included, are not permitted. Plastic refillable water bottles are allowed if they are empty, and filling stations are at Sections 105 and 110. Cans and metal beverage containers are not allowed. Outside food and beverages are not permitted, except baby food and medically necessary items. Coolers and hydration packs are prohibited.
Cameras and electronics
Professional equipment, detachable lenses and lenses longer than 2.5 inches are not permitted. Video and audio recording devices, GoPros and Contour cameras are not permitted either, and each event sets its own camera policy. Detachable lenses and lenses longer than 2.5 inches are not permitted. Monopods, tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted. Drones and other unmanned aircraft are prohibited. The pages do not mention laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Guests are encouraged not to bring strollers. They are not permitted in the seating sections, and they can be checked at the Guest Services Desk behind Section 101. Strollers are allowed in suites. Exceptions for medical equipment bags and parental bags are made if they are smaller than 14 x 14 x 6 inches. All exceptions go through x-ray screening at entry.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Large, golf-type umbrellas are prohibited, while collapsible and folding umbrellas are permitted. The pages do not mention blankets and seat cushions.
Handheld electric fans are prohibited.
Signs, flags and fan items
Signs, banners, posters and flags are welcome if they are no larger than 11 x 17 inches, not on a stick or pole, and made of cloth, paper or paperboard. They cannot be political, ideological or commercial, or block anyone's view. Flags are welcome under the sign rule: no larger than 11 x 17 inches, no sticks or poles, and made of cloth, paper or paperboard. The pages do not mention binoculars.
Medical needs and accessibility
Exceptions for medical equipment bags and parental bags are made if they are smaller than 14 x 14 x 6 inches, and all of them go through x-ray screening. Attire that hides identity has to come off at entry, with exceptions for medical and religious reasons after inspection.
Security screening and arrival
Everyone is searched, using walk-through metal detectors or Evolv frictionless screening. Re-entry after ticket scan is prohibited, with exceptions handled case by case by Security or Guest Services. The arena is smoke-free, and fans who leave to smoke cannot come back in.
Bag storage and lockers
Lockers for oversized bags are on the southeast side of the arena, closest to the 11th Street Entrance. They cost 5 to 15 dollars, take credit cards only and are limited. The largest is 14 inches wide, 16.5 inches long and 17 inches high, and firearms cannot be stored. The arena does not check or store other prohibited items.
Flyers and Sixers games, concerts and other events
The bag entrance rule is written for Flyers and Sixers games. The page says rules can change per family show and concert depending on tour policy, and each event sets its own camera policy, so check the event page.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Backpacks, suitcases and large multicompartment bags
- Bags 14 x 14 x 6 inches or larger
- Outside food and beverages, other than baby food and medical items
- Coolers, hydration packs, cans and metal beverage containers
- Alcohol and illegal drugs
- Video and audio recording devices, GoPros included
- Professional equipment, detachable lenses and lenses over 2.5 inches
- Selfie sticks, tripods and poles
- Drones
- Large banners, signs and flags
- Large golf-type umbrellas
- Handheld electric fans
- Laser pointers and noisemaking devices
- Projectiles, frisbees, beach balls and balloons
- Weapons, tools and razor-type blades
- Hoverboards and skateboards
- Vape pens, cigarettes, lighters and matches
Questions about Xfinity Mobile Arena
A hand clutch, wristlet or small purse up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches skips x-ray. For Flyers and Sixers games, bags up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches go through bag entrances and x-ray screening.
No. Backpacks, suitcases and large multicompartment bags are restricted. Lockers on the 11th Street side cost 5 to 15 dollars.
Only in an empty plastic refillable bottle, which you fill at the stations at Sections 105 and 110. Outside beverages, water included, are not permitted.
Strollers are discouraged and not allowed in seating sections. You can check one at the Guest Services Desk behind Section 101.
Collapsible and folding umbrellas are permitted. Large, golf-type umbrellas are not.
A simple one, yes. Professional equipment, detachable lenses and lenses longer than 2.5 inches are not permitted, and neither are GoPros and tripods.
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Sources
- Security Policy | Xfinity Mobile Arena (opens in a new tab)
xfinitymobilearena.com, read
- Guest Services A to Z | Xfinity Mobile Arena (opens in a new tab)
xfinitymobilearena.com, read
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.
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