Ford Field Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear

Food, beverages and liquids are prohibited, and the stadium information page names cans, bottles, water bottles, flasks and cups. Food, beverages and liquids are prohibited. Infant items such as bottles and formula are allowed in a clear bag with a child. Coolers are prohibited. Small soft-pack coolers are allowed only as medically necessary items.

Alcohol and marijuana, including medically prescribed marijuana, are prohibited.

Cameras with lenses longer than 5 inches, or any detachable lens, are not permitted, and video recorders and wearable cameras such as GoPros are prohibited. A camera case up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches is allowed. Cameras with lenses longer than five inches or any detachable lens are not permitted. Tripods and selfie sticks are prohibited. Drones and remote-controlled aircraft are prohibited. Laptop computers are prohibited, with other electronic equipment such as video recorders. Tablets such as iPads and Kindles may be permitted after inspection. The pages do not mention power banks.

Strollers, infant car seats and carriers are prohibited. Diaper bags are not allowed either. Medically necessary items, including insulin, medication, portable oxygen, small soft-pack coolers and breast pumps, are allowed after inspection.

Small compact umbrellas are permitted and must be placed securely under the seat. Large umbrellas are prohibited. Seat cushions, chairs and stools are prohibited. The pages do not mention blankets.

Handheld posters and signs are allowed if they have no poles or sticks, no batteries, and do not block anyone's view. Banners and large flags are prohibited. Banners and large flags are prohibited. Small handheld ones follow the sign rule, with no poles or sticks. A binocular case up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches is allowed with a clear bag option.

Medically necessary items such as insulin, medication, portable oxygen, small soft-pack coolers and breast pumps are allowed after inspection. Diaper bags are not allowed under the NFL policy.

Prohibited items are strictly enforced during Lions home games, and staff may confiscate them. Guests should have keys, phones and other metal items in their hands for screening. Smoking, electronic cigarettes and vapers are not allowed inside.

There is no check-in or storage option for prohibited items anywhere outside the stadium. Items must go back to your vehicle, and Ford Field is not responsible for items left at the gates.

The prohibited items list is written for Lions home games. Ford Field also hosts concerts and bowl games, which publish their own lists, so check the event page.