Empower Field at Mile High Entry Rules: Bags, Water and Food

Transparent plastic water bottles up to 1 liter, or 34 ounces, are allowed if they are empty at screening. Unfrozen non-alcoholic drinks in a permitted bottle go in an approved clear bag. Stainless steel bottles, glass, cans and frozen drinks are not allowed. Food of any kind is allowed if it is in an approved clear bag and meant for individual consumption. Coolers of any kind, thermoses and ice chests are prohibited.

Still cameras with a lens of 6 inches or less can be carried loosely or in a clear bag. Single-purpose video cameras and video recorders are prohibited. Cameras and lenses must be 6 inches or less when fully extended. Tripods and selfie sticks are not permitted. Drones and other unmanned aerial devices are strictly prohibited on stadium property, parking lots included. Laptops are prohibited. Portable phone chargers are permitted. Battery packs with AA, C or D cells are prohibited, and lithium-ion packs for apparel can be up to 3 x 6 x 1 inches. The pages do not mention tablets.

Lightweight, collapsible umbrella strollers are permitted. Diaper bags are not. An exception may be made for medically necessary items after inspection and approval at gate screening. The stadium asks you to get in touch at least 2 business days ahead, by phone or through its contact form.

Small collapsible umbrellas can be carried in hand. Large golf-sized umbrellas are prohibited. Additional clothing, jackets and blankets may be carried in hand. One-piece foam seat cushions under 18 inches wide are allowed if they have no cover, zippers, pockets or concealable areas. Anything larger or with those features is prohibited.

Banners and signs that are not event related, block another patron's view or are larger than 3 x 5 feet are prohibited. Flags that are not event related, block another patron's view or are larger than 3 x 5 feet are prohibited. Binoculars may be carried in loosely or in an approved clear bag. Binocular cases are not approved.

An exception may be made for medically necessary items after inspection and approval at gate screening. The stadium asks guests to call 720-258-3000 or use its contact form at least 2 business days before the event, naming their section and the event.

There is a no re-entry policy. Keys, coins and other metal objects have to be removed from your pockets and held in hand or in a clear bag. Smoking and vaping are not allowed inside except in designated areas. Outside alcohol means immediate ejection.

There are no provisions to check items at the gates. Lockers outside Gate 8, near the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame wall on the east side, offer a bag check for a fee. You can also return items to your car or throw them away at the gate.

The page says this is the stadium's standard policy, and that the list may differ for concerts or other non-football events. Check the event page for the confirmed list.