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Can You Bring a Backpack Into Arenas? Rules at Each Venue

Of the 84 arenas we have verified for backpacks, 7 allow them with limits, 62 ban them and 15 do not say. Rules can change by event, so check the event page for your date too. Each venue below shows its own rule, the official page it comes from and the date we read it.

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Arenas compared
84
State a rule
69
Last check
Oct 7, 2026

How the verified arenas treat backpacks

Allowed with limits: Madison Square Garden, Kaseya Center, Barclays Center, State Farm Arena, Rogers Arena, Dickies Arena and Lloyd Noble Center.

Not allowed: United Center, Allstate Arena, Toyota Center, Fiserv Forum, T-Mobile Center, Chase Center, Crypto.com Arena, TD Garden, ACL Live at the Moody Theater, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Ball Arena, Capital One Arena, Little Caesars Arena and Target Center and 48 more.

Not mentioned on the pages we read: Moda Center, Intuit Dome, SAP Center, Climate Pledge Arena, Benchmark International Arena, Cameron Indoor Stadium, Rupp Arena, Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall, Moody Center, Hinkle Fieldhouse, Matthew Knight Arena, WVU Coliseum, Gill Coliseum and Breslin Center and 1 more. We do not guess for these, so ask the venue or check the event page.

A verdict here is a summary of the venue's own wording, and the rows below give that wording. Rules can change by event, so a game and a concert at the same venue can differ. See the backpacks guide for how every kind of venue treats them.

What each of the 84 arenas says

Each row is the venue's own rule, with the official page it came from and the date we read it.

Backpack

  • ACL Live at the Moody TheaterNot allowed

    Backpacks are not allowed, and neither are large bags that exceed 11 x 17 inches.

    ACL Live FAQ page, checked

  • Allen FieldhouseNot allowed

    Backpacks, duffel bags, fanny packs and diaper bags are on the prohibited items list.

    Kansas Athletics prohibited items page, checked

  • Allstate ArenaNot allowed

    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.

    Chicago Wolves A-Z guide for Allstate Arena, checked

  • Amerant Bank ArenaNot allowed

    Coolers, hard-sided bags and backpacks are prohibited, and so is any bag larger than 4 x 6 x 1.5 inches.

    Amerant Bank Arena security policies page, checked

  • American Airlines CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks and large totes are prohibited, and the arena has no area to check oversized bags or luggage.

    American Airlines Center arena FAQ page, checked

  • Ball ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the list of items not allowed.

    Ball Arena prohibited items page, checked

  • Barclays CenterConditional

    The pages do not name backpacks. Any bag larger than 10 x 6 x 2 inches is prohibited, so a backpack would have to fit that size.

    Barclays Center bag policy page, checked

  • Bell CentreNot allowed

    All backpacks, coolers and sports bags are forbidden regardless of size.

    Bell Centre security page, checked

  • Benchmark International ArenaNot stated

    The guide does not name backpacks. It says the operator can limit the size of bags, purses or backpacks, and bags up to 12 x 12 x 12 inches are allowed after x-ray.

    Benchmark International Arena guide, checked

  • Bramlage ColiseumNot allowed

    Non-clear bags such as backpacks, briefcases, camera bags, cinch bags, computer bags, diaper bags, tote bags and luggage are prohibited.

    Bramlage Coliseum A-Z guide, checked

  • Breslin CenterNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Breslin Center bag policy announcement, checked

  • Bridgestone ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks of any size are prohibited items.

    Bridgestone Arena bag policy page, checked

  • Cameron Indoor StadiumNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Duke entry screening and clear bag policy page, checked

  • Canada Life CentreNot allowed

    Bags are limited to 4 x 6 x 1.5 inches, so backpacks are out.

    Canada Life Centre fan guide, checked

  • Canadian Tire CentreNot allowed

    Hard-sided bags, camera bags and backpacks are not permitted.

    Canadian Tire Centre know before you go and A-Z guide, checked

  • Capital One ArenaNot allowed

    Bags, backpacks and purses are not permitted inside the arena.

    Capital One Arena policies page, checked

  • Carver-Hawkeye ArenaNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Carver-Hawkeye Arena information page, checked

  • Chase CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are not permitted. The only exceptions are single-compartment drawstring bags and single-compartment fashion backpack-style purses, which still have to fit the size limit.

    Chase Center bag policy page, checked

  • Climate Pledge ArenaNot stated

    The guide does not name backpacks. One bag within 14 x 14 x 6 inches with two pockets at most is allowed after x-ray, and bags and packs that do not comply with the bag policy are prohibited.

    Climate Pledge Arena arena guide, checked

  • Colonial Life ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks, cinch bags, fanny packs, briefcases, luggage and computer bags are on the prohibited list.

    South Carolina basketball gameday information page, checked

  • Crisler CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are among the bags that are prohibited.

    Crisler Center safety guide, checked

  • Crypto.com ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks and bags of any size are on the prohibited list. Clear backpacks are not an exception.

    Crypto.com Arena A-Z guide, checked

  • Dean Smith CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks and large bags are on the prohibited list.

    Smith Center entry policies page, checked

  • Delta CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks, bags and purses are prohibited at all events.

    Delta Center arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • Dickies ArenaConditional

    The bag policy lists a small fashion backpack up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches as acceptable, while the prohibited items list names backpacks, luggage, duffel bags and messenger or laptop bags. Both pages say bags over that size are not allowed.

    Dickies Arena A-Z guest guide, checked

  • Enterprise CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks of any type or function are strictly prohibited.

    Enterprise Center arena policies A-Z guide, checked

  • FedExForumNot allowed

    Only clear bags up to 6 x 8 x 2 inches are allowed, so backpacks are out.

    FedExForum know before you go page, checked

  • Fiserv ForumNot allowed

    No backpack, large duffle or luggage is allowed at any time. Backpacks are on the prohibited list.

    Fiserv Forum A-Z guide, checked

  • Frost Bank CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks, oversized totes or purses, duffel bags, luggage, camera bags, laptop bags and drawstring bags that exceed the size limit are not permitted.

    Frost Bank Center bag policy page, checked

  • Gainbridge FieldhouseNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the prohibited items list.

    Gainbridge Fieldhouse prohibited items page, checked

  • Gallagher-Iba ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks are not allowed. Exceptions are made in special situations such as baby bags and medical bags carrying special equipment.

    Gallagher-Iba Arena A-Z guide, checked

  • Gill ColiseumNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Oregon State clear bag policy page, checked

  • Golden 1 CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the prohibited items list.

    Golden 1 Center prohibited items page, checked

  • Grand Casino ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks, coolers and large totes are prohibited.

    Grand Casino Arena venue policies page, checked

  • Hilton ColiseumNot allowed

    Backpacks, fanny packs, purses and any bag that is not clear are on the prohibited list.

    Hilton Coliseum gameday policies page, checked

  • Hinkle FieldhouseNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Hinkle Fieldhouse fan guide, checked

  • Honda CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks of any size are not permitted.

    Honda Center know before you go page, checked

  • Intuit DomeNot stated

    The guide does not name backpacks. The bag limit of 10 x 6 x 2 inches for clutches, with 14 x 14 x 6 for medical and childcare needs, would rule most out.

    Intuit Dome A-Z guide, checked

  • Kaseya CenterConditional

    Backpacks, briefcases and duffle bags are prohibited when they are larger than 10 x 6 x 2 inches, which in practice rules out almost every backpack. The guide offers no check-in for them.

    Kaseya Center A-Z guide, checked

  • KeyBank CenterNot allowed

    All bags and backpacks are prohibited, and backpacks are on the prohibited items list.

    KeyBank Center arena guide, checked

  • KFC Yum! CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks of any kind, including drawstring bags, are prohibited.

    KFC Yum! Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Kia CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks and bags are on the prohibited items list.

    Kia Center policies and procedures page, checked

  • Kohl CenterNot allowed

    Bags larger than 8.5 x 11 inches, including backpacks, are prohibited.

    UW-Madison non-football carry-in policy, checked

  • Lenovo CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks and oversized bags are on the list of items you may not bring.

    Lenovo Center policies page, checked

  • Little Caesars ArenaNot allowed

    Any bag larger than 4 x 6 x 1.5 inches is prohibited, so backpacks are out. Hard-sided bags are not listed as permitted either.

    Little Caesars Arena prohibited items and entry policies page, checked

  • Lloyd Noble CenterConditional

    Clear backpacks and clear drawstring bags no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches are permitted. Other backpacks, fanny packs and hard binocular cases are prohibited.

    Oklahoma bag and screening policies page, checked

  • Mackey ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks, drawstring bags, fanny packs and oversized totes are on the prohibited items list.

    Purdue clear bag policy and prohibited items page, checked

  • Madison Square GardenConditional

    The FAQ does not name backpacks. They fall under the bag rule, so one is fine if it fits under your seat and stays within 22 x 14 x 9 inches.

    Madison Square Garden FAQs page, checked

  • Matthew Knight ArenaNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Matthew Knight Arena general information page, checked

  • Moda CenterNot stated

    The guide does not name backpacks. A soft-sided one within 10 x 6 x 2 inches for basketball, or 14 x 14 x 6 for other events, would meet the size rule.

    Rose Quarter venue guide (A-Z), checked

  • Moody CenterNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Moody Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Moody ColiseumNot allowed

    Bags and backpacks that are not clear are not permitted at basketball and volleyball games.

    SMU Athletics bag policy page, checked

  • Mortgage Matchup CenterNot allowed

    Standard backpacks are not permitted. Single-compartment drawstring bags that meet the size limit, and purses or diaper bags that resemble backpacks within 14 x 14 x 6 inches, are allowed.

    Mortgage Matchup Center policies and rules page, checked

  • Nationwide ArenaNot allowed

    Bags are generally not permitted, so backpacks are out. An oversized bag can be stored in a Binbox locker after secondary screening.

    Nationwide Arena A to Z guide, checked

  • Pauley PavilionNot allowed

    Backpacks, bags or purses larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches are prohibited, and a backpack does not fit the clear bag or clutch options.

    UCLA Athletics prohibited items page, checked

  • Paycom CenterNot allowed

    Any bag larger than 6 x 9 x 2 inches is prohibited, so backpacks are out.

    Paycom Center security policies page, checked

  • Petersen Events CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks, briefcases, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage and computer bags are on the prohibited list.

    Pitt Athletics clear bag policy page, checked

  • Pinnacle Bank ArenaNot allowed

    Bags, backpacks, mesh bags, partially translucent bags and large purses are on the prohibited items list.

    Pinnacle Bank Arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • PPG Paints ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the list of items that are not permitted.

    PPG Paints Arena A to Z guide, checked

  • Prudential CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks of any kind are prohibited.

    Prudential Center entry and bag policy page, checked

  • Rocket ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks of any size are on the prohibited items list.

    Rocket Arena security policies page, checked

  • Rogers ArenaConditional

    Backpacks are covered by the bag rule, so one up to 14 x 14 x 6 inches is allowed.

    Rogers Arena frequently asked questions page, checked

  • Rogers PlaceNot allowed

    Bags and backpacks are not permitted, except for small personal bags or purses.

    Rogers Place safety and security page, checked

  • Rupp ArenaNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    UK Athletics men's basketball gameday page, checked

  • SAP CenterNot stated

    The pages do not name backpacks. A bag up to 20 x 14 x 11 inches that fits under your seat is accepted after x-ray.

    SAP Center prohibited items page, checked

  • Schottenstein CenterNot allowed

    Bags of any size are not permitted, which covers backpacks.

    Schottenstein Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Scotiabank ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks are not named, but bags and luggage are on the prohibited list and only a small purse-type bag is allowed. A backpack does not fit that limit.

    Scotiabank Arena bag policy page, checked

  • Scotiabank SaddledomeNot allowed

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

    Scotiabank Saddledome A to Z guide, checked

  • Simon Skjodt Assembly HallNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    Assembly Hall policies page, checked

  • Smoothie King CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks and knapsacks are on the prohibited items list.

    Smoothie King Center A to Z guide, checked

  • Spectrum CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the prohibited bag list, along with totes, briefcases, luggage and cinch or drawstring bags.

    Spectrum Center A-Z guide, checked

  • State Farm ArenaConditional

    Backpacks are prohibited, apart from single-compartment drawstring bags and fashion backpack purses that meet the size limit. The bag policy page says backpacks of any size are prohibited, so the two pages are worded differently.

    State Farm Arena prohibited items page, checked

  • T-Mobile ArenaNot allowed

    No backpacks are permitted into the venue.

    T-Mobile Arena bag check and prohibited items page, checked

  • T-Mobile CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks of any size are not allowed.

    T-Mobile Center A to Z guide, checked

  • Target CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the list of prohibited items.

    Target Center arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • TD GardenNot allowed

    Backpacks are not named, but only bags up to 6 x 4 x 1.5 inches are allowed, clear bags included, so a backpack does not fit. Diaper bags and medical bags are exceptions.

    TD Garden policies page, checked

  • The O2Not allowed

    Backpacks are on the list of bags that are not permitted inside the arena, along with travel cases, laptop bags, camera bags and large tote bags.

    The O2 bag policy page, checked

  • Thompson-Boling ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the list of items not permitted.

    Food City Center building policies page, checked

  • Toyota CenterNot allowed

    Backpacks are on the prohibited list, along with luggage and large bags of any kind.

    Toyota Center A-Z guide, checked

  • UBS ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks of all sizes are prohibited.

    UBS Arena bag policy and prohibited items page, checked

  • United CenterNot allowed

    No backpacks or other bags are allowed beyond the small purse or personal bag. Required medical equipment is the exception.

    United Center FAQ page, checked

  • Williams ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks, luggage, duffle bags, large bags, cinch bags, computer bags and briefcases are prohibited.

    Williams Arena gameday FAQ, checked

  • WVU ColiseumNot stated

    The pages do not mention backpacks.

    West Virginia clear bag and metal detectors page, checked

  • Xfinity Mobile ArenaNot allowed

    Backpacks, suitcases and large multicompartment bags are restricted.

    Xfinity Mobile Arena security policy page, checked

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Questions about backpacks at arenas

  1. It depends on the venue. Of the 84 arenas we have verified, 69 state a rule for backpacks, and the rows above show each one with its source.

  2. United Center, Allstate Arena, Toyota Center, Fiserv Forum, T-Mobile Center, Chase Center, Crypto.com Arena and TD Garden and 54 more ban them, according to the official pages we read.

  3. Often. The venues we have verified say rules can change by event, so check the event page for your date and the venue page linked above.

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