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L&N Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear

Checked Source: Louisville stadium A to Z guide (landnstadium.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC

Short answer

L&N Stadium allows a clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches or a one-gallon clear freezer bag, and a purse or clutch cannot be placed inside it. Binoculars and handheld still cameras without detachable lenses are allowed. Bottles, food, coolers, umbrellas, strollers, flags and seat cushions with backs are banned, and there is no re-entry.

Every rule at L&N 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

Allowed are bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches and one-gallon clear freezer bags. Purses, billfolds or clutches placed inside a clear bag are not allowed in. Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed after inspection. Backpacks and purses larger than a clutch are on the prohibited items list. Purses larger than a clutch are prohibited, and purses, billfolds or clutches placed inside a clear bag are not allowed in.

  • Bag: Clear 12 x 6 x 12 in or 1-gallon bag
  • Backpack: Not allowed
  • Water bottle: Not allowed
  • Outside food: Not allowed
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The 12 x 6 x 12 inch clear limit drawn to scale. Width by depth by height.

Food and drink

Glass or plastic bottles, cans, containers, food and beverages of any kind are on the list of items not permitted. Water fountains are on the concourses. Food and beverages of any kind are on the list of items not permitted. Coolers and containers are on the list of items not permitted.

Cameras and electronics

Only handheld, non-professional still cameras that fit in a purse or the palm of a hand are allowed. Any camera with a detachable lens and any video equipment are denied entry. Any camera with a detachable lens is treated as professional grade and denied entry. Drones are prohibited in or around the athletic facilities and parking lots without written permission from Athletics and the FAA. The pages do not mention tripods, laptops, tablets and power banks.

Strollers and family items

Strollers are on the list of items not permitted. Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed after inspection at a designated gate.

Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items

Umbrellas are on the list of items not permitted. Seat cushions with backs are on the list of items not permitted. The pages do not mention blankets.

Signs, flags and fan items

Banners and signs are authorized if they are not commercial, offensive or in poor taste and do not block views. Attaching one to a railing or wall needs prior permission. Flags of any shape or size are prohibited. Binoculars are permitted subject to inspection. Binocular cases are not allowed under the clear bag policy.

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

Police officers are stationed near each gate and all persons entering are subject to search and questioning. Anyone with an item that fails screening must return it to a vehicle or dispose of it.

Bag storage and lockers

The guide describes no bag storage. Guests with items that fail screening must return them to their vehicle or dispose of them.

Football games and special events

The guide covers football and says the stadium has a strict no re-entry policy. Policies can differ for special events, so check the event page for your date.

Prohibited items

From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.

  • Backpacks
  • Water bottles
  • Outside food
  • Coolers
  • Camera lenses
  • Drones
  • Umbrellas
  • Strollers
  • Flags
  • Firearms and weapons of any kind
  • Fireworks
  • Air horns, whistles and artificial noise makers
  • Laser pens and pointers
  • Skateboards, roller blades and hoverboards
  • Inflated footballs and balls of any kind
  • Pets other than service dogs

Questions about L&N Stadium

  1. Allowed are bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches and one-gallon clear freezer bags. Purses, billfolds or clutches placed inside a clear bag are not allowed in. Medically necessary items and diaper bags are allowed after inspection.

  2. Backpacks and purses larger than a clutch are on the prohibited items list.

  3. Glass or plastic bottles, cans, containers, food and beverages of any kind are on the list of items not permitted. Water fountains are on the concourses.

  4. Food and beverages of any kind are on the list of items not permitted.

  5. Coolers and containers are on the list of items not permitted.

  6. Strollers are on the list of items not permitted.

Sources

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

  1. First check: 21 rules read against the Louisville stadium A to Z guide.

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