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Ross-Ade Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Cameras
Checked Source: Purdue clear bag policy and prohibited items page (purduesports.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Ross-Ade Stadium allows one clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches or a one-gallon clear bag, plus a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. One sealed disposable water bottle of 20 ounces or less is allowed at outdoor events. Backpacks, food, coolers, umbrellas and strollers are banned, and there is no re-entry.
Every rule at Ross-Ade 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 one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one one-gallon clear bag, and one small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Medical and diaper bags are accepted at all entrances after inspection. Backpacks, drawstring bags, fanny packs, oversized totes and purses are on the prohibited list. Purses are prohibited, but one small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches is allowed.
- Bag: One clear bag plus a small clutch
- Backpack: Not allowed
- Water bottle: One sealed 20 oz bottle, outdoor events
- Outside food: Not allowed
Food and drink
For outdoor athletic events only, one sealed disposable water bottle of 20 ounces or less is permitted. Cans, glass bottles, drinks and cups are prohibited. Food, drinks and cups are on the prohibited items list. Coolers are on the prohibited items list.
Cameras and electronics
Camera lenses longer than 6 inches are prohibited, and so are camera bags. Camera lenses longer than 6 inches are prohibited. The pages do not mention tripods, drones, laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Strollers are on the prohibited items list. Medical and diaper bags are accepted at all entrances for Ross-Ade after the bags are inspected.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are on the prohibited items list. Seat backs and seat cushions with metal or storage slots are prohibited. The pages do not mention blankets.
Signs, flags and fan items
Large signs, flags and banners are prohibited. Large signs, flags and banners are prohibited. Binocular cases are on the prohibited bags list.
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
Items that are not permitted cannot be left at the gates and should go back to a vehicle. Purdue is not responsible for items left at the gates.
Bag storage and lockers
The page says items not permitted cannot be left at the gates and should be returned to a vehicle.
Football games and other Purdue events
The page covers clear bag rules for all events in Purdue facilities. Gates open 90 minutes before football games, and the water bottle rule is for outdoor events only.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Backpacks
- Outside food
- Coolers
- Umbrellas
- Strollers
- Weapons
- Alcoholic beverages
- Tobacco and e-cigarettes
- Noisemakers and irritants
- Shakers and strobe lights
- Pets, other than registered service animals
Questions about Ross-Ade Stadium
Permitted are one clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bag up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one one-gallon clear bag, and one small clutch up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. Medical and diaper bags are accepted at all entrances after inspection.
Backpacks, drawstring bags, fanny packs, oversized totes and purses are on the prohibited list.
For outdoor athletic events only, one sealed disposable water bottle of 20 ounces or less is permitted. Cans, glass bottles, drinks and cups are prohibited.
Food, drinks and cups are on the prohibited items list.
Coolers are on the prohibited items list.
Strollers are on the prohibited items list.
Sources
- Clear Bag Policy / Prohibited Items - Purdue Boilermakers (opens in a new tab)
purduesports.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 Purdue clear bag policy and prohibited items page.
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