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NRG Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear

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Short answer

NRG Stadium follows the NFL clear bag policy: a clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon bag, and a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Outside food and drink, seat cushions, diaper bags and cameras with lenses over 3 inches are banned. Small umbrellas that fit under the seat are allowed.

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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

The pages allow a clear bag, a one-gallon clear zip-seal bag, and a small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches with a clear option. The policies page gives the clear bag size as 12 x 6 x 12 inches, and the prohibited items page writes it as 12 x 12 x 6 inches. All other bags are prohibited. The prohibited items page lists bags and backpacks larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches. The policies page says bags must be clear within 12 x 6 x 12 inches, so only a clear backpack in that size could qualify. A small clutch no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches is allowed with a clear bag, with or without a strap. Larger purses are not.

The pages also still use the old Reliant Stadium name in places. Because they disagree on details, check the Texans' bag policy page before you go.

  • Clear bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, or a one-gallon bag
  • Small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches
  • Small umbrellas that fit under the seat
  • No diaper bags or seat cushions
LETTER PAPER8.5 x 11 in12 in12 in6 in
The 12 x 6 x 12 inch limit drawn to scale. Width by depth by height.

Food and drink

Outside food and beverages are prohibited, and so are cups and popcorn buckets. Outside food and beverages, alcohol included, are prohibited. Coolers are prohibited.

Cameras and electronics

Video cameras and cameras with lenses over 3 inches are prohibited. Cameras with lenses over 3 inches are prohibited. Unmanned aircraft systems and radio-controlled model aircraft are prohibited. The pages do not mention power banks. Handheld fans with batteries are prohibited. The pages do not mention tripods, laptops and tablets.

Strollers and family items

Strollers are not prohibited, but the Texans ask guests to leave them out because of tripping hazards. Limited storage is available at the Guest Experience booths. An exception is made for medically necessary items after proper inspection. Diaper bags are on the prohibited list.

Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items

Umbrellas are permitted if they are small enough to be stored under your seat. Oversized umbrellas are prohibited. Seat cushions are prohibited. The pages do not mention blankets.

Signs, flags and fan items

Banners can be 2 x 3 feet and flags 3 x 5 feet if they do not block views. Sticks and poles are prohibited. Flags can be up to 3 x 5 feet if they do not block views. Flag poles, sticks and poles are prohibited. The pages do not mention binoculars.

Medical needs and accessibility

An exception is made for medically necessary items after proper inspection. Diaper bags are not permitted.

Security screening and arrival

The Texans reserve the right to confiscate anything that does not follow the policy. Smoking, e-cigarettes included, is not allowed in the seating area or on the concourses, and designated smoking terraces are on the Field, Club and Upper levels.

Bag storage and lockers

The pages describe no bag storage. They mention only limited stroller storage at the Guest Experience booths.

Texans games and other events

The pages describe the NFL clear bag policy for NFL games. NRG Stadium also hosts the Houston rodeo and concerts, and the Texans' pages give no separate list for them, so check your event page.

Prohibited items

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

  • Bags other than the clear bag, gallon bag and small clutch
  • Diaper bags
  • Outside food and beverages, alcohol included
  • Coolers
  • Cups and popcorn buckets
  • Seat cushions
  • Video cameras and cameras with lenses over 3 inches
  • Selfie sticks, sticks and poles
  • Handheld fans with batteries
  • Oversized umbrellas
  • Drones and radio-controlled aircraft
  • Noisemakers, air horns, whistles and cowbells
  • Laser pens
  • Inflatable objects and frisbees
  • Segways, scooters, skateboards and hoverboards
  • Weapons, fireworks and illegal substances

Questions about NRG Stadium

  1. A clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, a one-gallon clear zip-seal bag, and a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. Diaper bags are not allowed.

  2. No. Outside food and beverages are prohibited, and so are cups and popcorn buckets.

  3. Strollers are not prohibited, but the Texans ask guests to leave them out because of tripping hazards. Limited storage is at the Guest Experience booths.

  4. Yes, a small one that fits under your seat. Oversized umbrellas are prohibited.

  5. No. Seat cushions are on the prohibited list.

  6. A camera with a lens of 3 inches or less. Video cameras and longer lenses are prohibited.

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Checked on October 4, 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 18, 2026.

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