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SHI Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food, Cameras and Gear
Checked Source: Rutgers game day policies page (scarletknights.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
SHI Stadium allows bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and about 12 by 6 by 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags and small clutches about the size of a hand. Outside food and drink, bottles, cans, coolers, umbrellas, strollers and sticks of all types, selfie sticks included, are banned. There is no re-entry or pass out.
Every rule at SHI 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
Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and about 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags or similar, and small clutch bags about the size of a hand may be taken in. Exceptions are made for medically necessary items after inspection. Only the clear bags and small clutches in the policy are allowed in. Small clutch bags about the size of a hand can be taken in.
- Bag: Clear about 12 x 6 x 12 in, 1-gallon bag or clutch
- Backpack: Only as a clear bag in the size limit
- Water bottle: Not allowed
- Outside food: Not allowed, medical items excepted
Food and drink
Bottles and cans are prohibited, along with outside food and beverages. No outside food or beverage is permitted under Homeland Security guidelines, with an exception for medically necessary items inspected at the designated Guest Services gates. Coolers are on the prohibited items list.
Cameras and electronics
Sticks of all types, including selfie sticks, are strictly prohibited inside the stadium. The page does not name tripods. The pages do not mention cameras, camera lenses, drones, laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Strollers are on the prohibited items list. Medically necessary items are allowed after proper inspection at the Guest Services gates set aside for that purpose.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are on the prohibited items list. The pages do not mention 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
Rutgers says it strictly enforces the bag policy in line with Homeland Security guidance. Smoking is not allowed in the seating area, bathrooms or concourses.
Bag storage and lockers
The page describes no bag storage.
Football game days
The page covers football game days. It says there is no re-entry and no pass outs at SHI Stadium, so check the event page for other dates.
Prohibited items
From the official entry page. Staff can also refuse anything they decide could affect safety.
- Water bottles
- Outside food
- Coolers
- Tripods
- Umbrellas
- Strollers
- Alcoholic beverages
- Noisemaking devices
- Balloons and balls
- Laser pointers
- Fireworks
- Weapons
- Pets, other than service dogs
Questions about SHI Stadium
Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and about 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear bags or similar, and small clutch bags about the size of a hand may be taken in. Exceptions are made for medically necessary items after inspection.
Only the clear bags and small clutches in the policy are allowed in.
Bottles and cans are prohibited, along with outside food and beverages.
No outside food or beverage is permitted under Homeland Security guidelines, with an exception for medically necessary items inspected at the designated Guest Services gates.
Coolers are on the prohibited items list.
Strollers are on the prohibited items list.
Sources
- Game Day Policies - Rutgers University Athletics (opens in a new tab)
scarletknights.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.
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