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Rice-Eccles Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Gear
Checked Source: Rice-Eccles Stadium venue policies page (stadium.utah.edu, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Rice-Eccles Stadium allows one clear bag up to 12 by 12 by 6 inches or a one-gallon plastic bag, plus a small clutch or purse. Cameras, binoculars and tablets can be carried without their case. Seat cushions and seat backs up to 18 inches wide without pockets, zippers or covers are allowed, and diaper bags are allowed with a search.
Every rule at Rice-Eccles 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
Fans may bring one clear bag no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches or a one-gallon plastic storage bag. Fans are limited to one clear bag per person, along with a small clutch or purse for privacy. A small clutch or purse is allowed along with the one clear bag. The page does not give a size for it. The pages do not mention backpacks.
Food and drink
The pages do not mention water bottles, outside food and coolers.
Cameras and electronics
Cameras can be carried in hand or around the neck, but not in a case or bag. Binoculars, smartphones and tablets can be carried in as long as they are not in a bag or case. Binocular cases are not allowed. The pages do not mention camera lenses, tripods, drones, laptops and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Diaper bags are permitted but are subject to search. The page does not describe other medical bags. The pages do not mention strollers.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Seat cushions and seat backs must be 18 inches wide or less and have no pockets, zippers, compartments or covers. Large traditional cushions with those features are not permitted. The pages do not mention umbrellas and blankets.
Signs, flags and fan items
Binoculars can be carried in as long as they are not in a case. The binocular case is not allowed. The pages do not mention signs and flags.
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
Every member of a family may carry a permissible bag. The point of the policy is to limit the type of container, not the items fans bring.
Bag storage and lockers
The page describes no bag storage.
Football games and other events
The page is the venue policies page for Rice-Eccles Stadium and its clear bag questions. Other events can differ, 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.
- Bags that are not clear
- Clear bags over 12 x 12 x 6 inches
- Camera, binocular and tablet cases
- Seat cushions with pockets or zippers
- A second large clear bag
Questions about Rice-Eccles Stadium
One clear bag no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches or a one-gallon plastic storage bag, along with a small clutch or purse for privacy.
Yes, carried in hand or around the neck without a case. Binoculars, smartphones and tablets can also be carried in as long as they are not in a bag or case.
Yes, if it is 18 inches wide or less and has no pockets, zippers, compartments or covers.
Yes. Diaper bags are permitted but are subject to search.
A small clutch or purse for privacy is allowed along with the one clear bag. The page gives no size for it.
Sources
- Venue Policies - Stadium, Arena and Campus Event Services (opens in a new tab)
stadium.utah.edu, 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.
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