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Can You Bring a Water Bottle Into Arenas? Rules by Venue

Of the 84 arenas we have verified for water bottles, 2 allow them, 28 allow them with limits, 51 ban them and 3 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
81
Last check
Oct 7, 2026

How the verified arenas treat water bottles

Allowed outright: Schottenstein Center and Gill Coliseum.

Allowed with limits: Crypto.com Arena, TD Garden, Xfinity Mobile Arena, Ball Arena, Capital One Arena, Little Caesars Arena, Target Center, Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Intuit Dome, Mortgage Matchup Center, Amerant Bank Arena, Grand Casino Arena, Canadian Tire Centre and SAP Center and 14 more.

Not allowed: Madison Square Garden, United Center, Allstate Arena, Toyota Center, Fiserv Forum, Kaseya Center, T-Mobile Center, Chase Center, ACL Live at the Moody Theater, Barclays Center, State Farm Arena, Delta Center, Spectrum Center and Paycom Center and 37 more.

Not mentioned on the pages we read: Petersen Events Center, WVU Coliseum and Breslin Center. 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 water bottles 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.

Water bottle

  • ACL Live at the Moody TheaterNot allowed

    Outside food and beverage, cans and bottles are on the prohibited list.

    ACL Live FAQ page, checked

  • Allen FieldhouseNot allowed

    Containers, bottles, cans and liquid containers are on the prohibited items list.

    Kansas Athletics prohibited items page, checked

  • Allstate ArenaNot allowed

    Outside food and beverages are not allowed in Allstate Arena.

    Chicago Wolves A-Z guide for Allstate Arena, checked

  • Amerant Bank ArenaConditional

    Each guest may bring one unopened plastic bottle of water. Outside beverages, and metal bottles and cups, are otherwise prohibited.

    Amerant Bank Arena security policies page, checked

  • American Airlines CenterNot allowed

    Guests may not bring any food or beverages in, and bottles, cans, thermos bottles and plastic coolers are not permitted. Baby bottles and formula are permitted.

    American Airlines Center arena FAQ page, checked

  • Ball ArenaConditional

    Empty metal or plastic bottles of 32 ounces or less, with no liquid or ice, are permitted at Nuggets, Avalanche and Mammoth games. They are prohibited at concerts and special events unless the tour says otherwise, and glass is never allowed.

    Ball Arena prohibited items page, checked

  • Barclays CenterNot allowed

    Cans, bottles, boxed liquids and metal, glass or other insulated containers are prohibited. For certain sporting events, reusable water bottles of 24 ounces or smaller are allowed, and glass never is.

    Barclays Center prohibited items page, checked

  • Bell CentreNot allowed

    Outside food, drinks, alcohol, glass bottles and cans are forbidden, and so are souvenir cups.

    Bell Centre security page, checked

  • Benchmark International ArenaNot allowed

    Bottles, cans and containers of any kind are prohibited, and no food or beverages may be brought in except for medical purposes.

    Benchmark International Arena guide, checked

  • Bramlage ColiseumConditional

    One bottled water, flavored water or sports drink is allowed in a clear plastic commercial container up to one liter that is unopened or empty. Frozen bottles are prohibited, and no other beverage may be brought in.

    Bramlage Coliseum A-Z guide, checked

  • Breslin CenterNot stated

    The pages do not mention water bottles.

    Breslin Center bag policy announcement, checked

  • Bridgestone ArenaNot allowed

    Bottles or cans and food and drink bought outside are prohibited.

    Bridgestone Arena bag policy page, checked

  • Cameron Indoor StadiumNot allowed

    Cups, bottles, thermoses and drink containers are on the prohibited items list.

    Duke entry screening and clear bag policy page, checked

  • Canada Life CentreConditional

    Empty water bottles are permitted, and the prohibited list says hard-sided bottles are out, so only soft-sided empty ones are allowed. Glass bottles and cans are not.

    Canada Life Centre fan guide, checked

  • Canadian Tire CentreConditional

    Empty re-fillable water bottles are allowed because of the water filling stations. Food and beverages bought outside, and bottles and cans, are prohibited.

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

  • Capital One ArenaConditional

    Each guest may bring in one empty plastic water bottle for personal use. Cans and bottles are on the prohibited list.

    Capital One Arena policies page, checked

  • Carver-Hawkeye ArenaConditional

    One factory-sealed water bottle or empty refillable bottle under one gallon is allowed. Canned or bottled beverages and thermoses are not.

    Carver-Hawkeye Arena information page, checked

  • Chase CenterNot allowed

    Outside beverages are not allowed, bottled water and reusable or refillable water bottles included. Water fountains are available throughout the arena.

    Chase Center A to Z guide, checked

  • Climate Pledge ArenaConditional

    Reusable non-glass water bottles of 32 ounces or less are permitted, and they must be empty on entry. Glass bottles, cans and water bladders are prohibited, and for some events bottles are not allowed on the floor.

    Climate Pledge Arena arena guide, checked

  • Colonial Life ArenaConditional

    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.

    South Carolina basketball gameday information page, checked

  • Crisler CenterNot allowed

    All bottles, including glass, plastic and aluminum water bottles, are prohibited.

    Crisler Center safety guide, checked

  • Crypto.com ArenaConditional

    Unopened plastic water bottles of one liter or smaller are allowed, one per person. Glass and metal bottles, cans and flasks are prohibited.

    Crypto.com Arena general information and FAQ page, checked

  • Dean Smith CenterNot allowed

    Food and beverages and coolers or containers are on the prohibited list.

    Smith Center entry policies page, checked

  • Delta CenterNot allowed

    Coolers or bottles, cans and glass, and all outside food and beverage, are prohibited.

    Delta Center arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • Dickies ArenaNot allowed

    Cans, plastic, metal and glass containers, bottles and flasks are prohibited, and sealed bottles are not permitted.

    Dickies Arena A-Z guest guide, checked

  • Enterprise CenterConditional

    Guests may bring an empty plastic reusable water bottle of up to 2 liters, and every bottle is inspected and must be completely empty. Aluminum, stainless steel, single-use water bottles, metal, glass, flasks and thermoses are prohibited, and families with small children can bring baby bottles.

    Enterprise Center arena policies A-Z guide, checked

  • FedExForumNot allowed

    Beverages and outside food or beverages of any kind are prohibited.

    FedExForum know before you go page, checked

  • Fiserv ForumNot allowed

    Empty water bottles and drink containers, plastic ones included, are prohibited, and so are glass and metal bottles. Bottled water counts as a drink and is banned.

    Fiserv Forum A-Z guide, checked

  • Frost Bank CenterNot allowed

    Outside beverages and bottles are not permitted. Exceptions are baby bottles and formula, and small sealed non-alcoholic drinks up to 8 ounces if medically necessary.

    Frost Bank Center bag policy page, checked

  • Gainbridge FieldhouseConditional

    Guests may bring in one empty plastic refillable bottle of 32 ounces or less to refill at the fountains. Outside drinks, cans and bottles are otherwise prohibited, though plastic bottles of formula are permitted for babies.

    Gainbridge Fieldhouse prohibited items page, checked

  • Gallagher-Iba ArenaNot allowed

    Outside food or drink is on the prohibited items list, and water fountains are on the ground and concourse levels.

    Gallagher-Iba Arena A-Z guide, checked

  • Gill ColiseumAllowed

    Factory-sealed plastic bottles of 1 liter or less and empty non-metal, non-glass bottles are allowed. Glass containers and metal cans are not.

    Oregon State clear bag policy page, checked

  • Golden 1 CenterNot allowed

    Bottles or cans and outside beverages are prohibited. Baby formula is permitted.

    Golden 1 Center prohibited items page, checked

  • Grand Casino ArenaConditional

    Guests may bring an empty plastic reusable water bottle of up to 32 ounces, and every bottle is inspected and must be empty. Aluminum, metal and glass bottles, flasks and thermoses are not allowed, and families with small children can bring baby bottles with milk.

    Grand Casino Arena venue policies page, checked

  • Hilton ColiseumConditional

    One sealed or empty plastic water bottle of 20 ounces or less is allowed per person. Metal water bottles are not.

    Hilton Coliseum gameday policies page, checked

  • Hinkle FieldhouseConditional

    Outside food and beverage are prohibited, with an exception for one unopened bottle of water per person on days when the temperature is above 85 degrees.

    Hinkle Fieldhouse fan guide, checked

  • Honda CenterNot allowed

    No outside food or beverages are allowed in, including water bottles or containers, filled or empty. Exceptions may be made for medical reasons or baby food.

    Honda Center know before you go page, checked

  • Intuit DomeConditional

    Outside beverages are not permitted through security. Fans are encouraged to bring an empty refillable water bottle of a quart or less, with any contents emptied before screening, and use the refill stations.

    Intuit Dome A-Z guide, checked

  • Kaseya CenterNot allowed

    Bottles, cans and outside food and beverages are on the prohibited list. Water fountains are open for guests.

    Kaseya Center A-Z guide, checked

  • KeyBank CenterNot allowed

    Outside food and drink are generally not allowed, and the arena allows them when required for medical purposes. Drinking fountains are on all levels.

    KeyBank Center arena guide, checked

  • KFC Yum! CenterNot allowed

    Outside food or drink is on the prohibited items list. Water fountains and bottle filling stations are inside.

    KFC Yum! Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Kia CenterNot allowed

    Bottles, cans and thermos-type containers are prohibited, and so are outside food and beverages, with individual exceptions for medical purposes.

    Kia Center policies and procedures page, checked

  • Kohl CenterNot allowed

    Beverages and containers are on the prohibited list, and the fan policies page bans outside food or beverages anywhere in the Kohl Center, including suites.

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

  • Lenovo CenterNot allowed

    Bottles, cans, coolers and liquid containers are on the prohibited list, and so are food and beverage of any kind.

    Lenovo Center policies page, checked

  • Little Caesars ArenaConditional

    A single clear, factory-sealed plastic bottle of water of 20 ounces or less is allowed, and so is a single crushable empty plastic water bottle of 20 ounces or less. Bottles, glass, aluminum and metal containers are not.

    Little Caesars Arena prohibited items and entry policies page, checked

  • Lloyd Noble CenterConditional

    Fans may bring an empty clear plastic water bottle under 17 ounces. No outside food or beverages are permitted.

    Lloyd Noble Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Mackey ArenaNot allowed

    Drinks, cups and coolers are on the prohibited items list. The one sealed 20 ounce water bottle exception is for outdoor athletic events only.

    Purdue clear bag policy and prohibited items page, checked

  • Madison Square GardenNot allowed

    Outside food and beverage are not permitted. Water fountains are located around the arena. If a medical condition requires you to bring something in, contact Guest Relations.

    Madison Square Garden FAQs page, checked

  • Matthew Knight ArenaNot allowed

    Cans, bottles, coolers and other food or beverage containers and their contents are prohibited.

    Matthew Knight Arena general information page, checked

  • Moda CenterNot allowed

    All outside food and beverages are prohibited, with exceptions for medical and children's needs. Reusable water bottles are not permitted on the floor.

    Rose Quarter venue guide (A-Z), checked

  • Moody CenterNot allowed

    Bottles or cans of any kind, shape or size are prohibited, whether empty or full, and so is all outside beverage.

    Moody Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Moody ColiseumConditional

    One sealed bottle of water per patron is allowed. No other outside food or beverage is permitted.

    SMU Athletics bag policy page, checked

  • Mortgage Matchup CenterConditional

    For Suns and Mercury home games each guest may bring one sealed plastic water bottle. Other bottles, cans and coolers are not permitted, and sealed water may be restricted at some events. Baby bottles and formula are allowed.

    Mortgage Matchup Center policies and rules page, checked

  • Nationwide ArenaNot allowed

    Food and beverages are on the prohibited items list.

    Nationwide Arena A to Z guide, checked

  • Pauley PavilionConditional

    Outside beverages other than factory-sealed water of 32 ounces or one liter or less are prohibited. Empty reusable bottles are allowed, and glass is not.

    UCLA Athletics prohibited items page, checked

  • Paycom CenterNot allowed

    Outside food and beverage are prohibited, and hard-sided containers such as insulated cups and mugs are too.

    Paycom Center security policies page, checked

  • Petersen Events CenterNot stated

    The pages do not mention water bottles.

    Pitt Athletics clear bag policy page, checked

  • Pinnacle Bank ArenaNot allowed

    Water bottles, cans, glass bottles and similar containers are on the prohibited items list.

    Pinnacle Bank Arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • PPG Paints ArenaNot allowed

    No bottles, cans or coolers are permitted, and no food or beverages of any kind may be brought in. Guests with health conditions can contact customer service in advance.

    PPG Paints Arena A to Z guide, checked

  • Prudential CenterNot allowed

    Cans, bottles, glass and other beverage containers are on the prohibited items list.

    Prudential Center entry and bag policy page, checked

  • Rocket ArenaNot allowed

    Bottles, cans and coolers are prohibited, and so are reusable food or drink containers and souvenir cups. Outside food and beverages have exceptions for medical reasons, baby food and reasonable children's snacks such as juice boxes.

    Rocket Arena security policies page, checked

  • Rogers ArenaConditional

    Empty plastic water bottles are welcome at Canucks and Warriors games. Glass or steel bottles and all types of cans are not permitted, and the policy for concerts and other events is subject to change.

    Rogers Arena frequently asked questions page, checked

  • Rogers PlaceNot allowed

    Outside food, beverage and alcohol are prohibited, and so are hard-sided reusable bottles. Fans with allergies, medical or dietary needs can ask for prior approval.

    Rogers Place safety and security page, checked

  • Rupp ArenaNot allowed

    Outside food and beverage is on the list of items not permitted.

    UK Athletics men's basketball gameday page, checked

  • SAP CenterConditional

    One sealed bottle of water is permitted at Sharks, family and other sporting events, and empty reusable bottles are permitted at all events. For concerts and other events outside food and beverage, bottled water included, are not permitted.

    SAP Center prohibited items page, checked

  • Schottenstein CenterAllowed

    Guests may bring in bottles that are clear, plastic and empty, and refill stations are on the concourse. Cans, cups and thermoses are not allowed.

    Schottenstein Center A-Z guide, checked

  • Scotiabank ArenaNot allowed

    Bottles and cans are on the prohibited list, and outside food or beverage is not permitted into the building. Fans with allergies or medical conditions can call Fan Services about exceptions.

    Scotiabank Arena FAQ page, checked

  • Scotiabank SaddledomeNot allowed

    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.

    Scotiabank Saddledome A to Z guide, checked

  • Simon Skjodt Assembly HallNot allowed

    Cans or bottles are on the prohibited items list, and no containers or coolers are permitted.

    Assembly Hall policies page, checked

  • Smoothie King CenterNot allowed

    Bottles, cans, glass and containers are prohibited, and outside food and beverages of any kind may not be brought in.

    Smoothie King Center A to Z guide, checked

  • Spectrum CenterNot allowed

    Outside beverages, bottles, cans and glass containers are prohibited. Reasonable exceptions may apply for medical, dietary, disability or infant-care needs, including formula.

    Spectrum Center A-Z guide, checked

  • State Farm ArenaNot allowed

    Reusable water bottles and outside beverages are prohibited.

    State Farm Arena prohibited items page, checked

  • T-Mobile ArenaNot allowed

    Cans, and metal, glass or plastic containers, bottles and flasks, empty or sealed, are prohibited. Baby bottles and formula are permitted.

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

  • T-Mobile CenterNot allowed

    Bottles, cans and outside beverages are not allowed.

    T-Mobile Center A to Z guide, checked

  • Target CenterConditional

    Reusable plastic drinkware with a lid is permitted. Glass or metal beverage containers are prohibited, and so are outside food and beverage.

    Target Center arena policies and FAQ page, checked

  • TD GardenConditional

    Empty plastic water bottles up to 32 oz are allowed at Bruins and Celtics games, and not at concerts or other events unless the arena says so. Glass and metal bottles are not allowed.

    TD Garden policies page, checked

  • The O2Conditional

    An empty crushable bottle is fine, and the lid may be taken off you at security. Glass and hard bottles are banned. You can fill a bottle for free at any bar or at the water refill stations.

    The O2 arena help centre guide, checked

  • Thompson-Boling ArenaNot allowed

    Water bottles and mugs, glass bottles, aluminum cans and thermos containers are not permitted.

    Food City Center building policies page, checked

  • Toyota CenterNot allowed

    Drinks and glass, plastic and metal containers are on the prohibited list. Water fountains are on all concourse levels.

    Toyota Center A-Z guide, checked

  • UBS ArenaNot allowed

    Cans, bottles, boxed liquids, and metal, glass or insulated containers are prohibited. The arena offers touchless water fountains and refill stations.

    UBS Arena bag policy and prohibited items page, checked

  • United CenterNot allowed

    Outside food and beverages are not permitted, and bottles or cans are on the prohibited list. The page does not describe an exception for empty bottles.

    United Center FAQ page, checked

  • Williams ArenaConditional

    Fans may bring an empty clear plastic bottle, and water fountains are inside. Cans, bottles and thermoses are prohibited.

    Williams Arena gameday FAQ, checked

  • WVU ColiseumNot stated

    The pages do not mention water bottles.

    West Virginia clear bag and metal detectors page, checked

  • Xfinity Mobile ArenaConditional

    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.

    Xfinity Mobile Arena guest services A to Z page, checked

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Questions about water bottles at arenas

  1. It depends on the venue. Of the 84 arenas we have verified, 81 state a rule for water bottles, and the rows above show each one with its source.

  2. Madison Square Garden, United Center, Allstate Arena, Toyota Center, Fiserv Forum, Kaseya Center, T-Mobile Center and Chase Center and 43 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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