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Jack Trice Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Gear
Checked Source: Iowa State clear bag policy announcement (cyclones.com, opens in a new tab), Iowa State football gameday information (cyclones.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Jack Trice Stadium allows a clear tote up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag or a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches, with exceptions for medical, family or child care items. Unopened water bottles of 20 ounces or less are allowed. There is no re-entry.
Every rule at Jack Trice Stadium
An item that is not listed is not mentioned in the official pages we checked. Each row links to the page its rule came from.
Bag policy in detail
Permitted are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC totes up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches with a logo no larger than 4.5 x 3.5 inches, one-gallon clear freezer bags, and small clutch bags up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Exceptions are made for bags with items needed for medical, family or child care. Only the clear totes, freezer bags and small clutches in the policy are permitted. Small clutch bags no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches are allowed.
- Bag: Clear 12 x 6 x 12 in, 1-gallon bag or clutch
- Backpack: Only as a clear bag in the size limit
- Water bottle: Unopened bottles, 20 oz or less
Food and drink
Fans may bring unopened bottles of water of 20 ounces or less. For a hot game in 2026 the per-person limit was dropped. Bottle filling stations and fountains are inside. The pages do not mention outside food and coolers.
Cameras and electronics
The pages do not mention cameras, camera lenses, tripods, drones, laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Bags containing items required for medical, family or child care are an exception to the clear bag rule. The pages do not mention strollers.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
The pages do not mention umbrellas, blankets and seat cushions.
Signs, flags and fan items
The pages do not mention signs, flags and binoculars.
Medical needs and accessibility
The pages describe no separate medical bag process, so ask the venue before the event if you need to bring medical items.
Security screening and arrival
All bags are subject to search at the discretion of security staff, and unlawful items can be confiscated. Fans are asked to arrive early to allow time at the gates.
Bag storage and lockers
Prohibited bags will not be held by staff during the event.
Football games and other events
The clear bag policy covers football at Jack Trice Stadium and all events in Hilton Coliseum. The 2026 gameday item says guests can no longer leave and re-enter during a game, and alcohol cannot be brought in.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Bags that are not clear
- Clear bags over 12 x 6 x 12 inches
- Totes with a logo over 4.5 x 3.5 inches
- Clutches over 4.5 x 6.5 inches
- Outside alcohol
Questions about Jack Trice Stadium
A clear plastic, vinyl or PVC tote up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches.
Only a small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Other bags have to follow the clear bag rule.
Yes, an unopened bottle of 20 ounces or less. There are also bottle filling stations and drinking fountains inside.
No. The 2026 gameday information says guests can no longer leave and re-enter the stadium during the game.
Bags with items required for medical, family or child care are an exception to the clear bag policy, and they are searched at the gate.
Sources
- Iowa State To Debut Clear Bag Policy At Home Events In 2018-19 (opens in a new tab)
cyclones.com, read
- Cyclone Football Gameday Enhancements and Information (opens in a new tab)
cyclones.com, read
Checked on October 5, 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 19, 2026.
Change log
First check: 21 rules read against the 2018 clear bag policy announcement and the 2026 gameday information item.
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