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Wallace Wade Stadium Entry Rules: Bags, Water, Food and Gear
Checked Source: Duke entry screening and clear bag policy page (goduke.com, opens in a new tab)Verified by BC
Short answer
Wallace Wade Stadium allows clear bags up to 12 by 12 by 6 inches, one-gallon clear bags and a wristlet or clutch up to 8 by 5 by 1 inches. Blankets, seat cushions and umbrellas that stay closed in seating areas are allowed. Outside food and drink, coolers, drones and cameras with lenses over four inches are banned.
Every rule at Wallace Wade 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 must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches, and that includes bags for medical or child care needs. Small clutches or wallets up to 8 x 5 x 1 inches, one-gallon clear bags and Duke Stores bags with a game day receipt are also allowed. Every bag must be clear and within 12 x 12 x 6 inches. Bags larger than that are prohibited. Small clutches or wallets, with or without a strap, that fit in the palm of the hand and are no larger than 8 x 5 x 1 inches are allowed.
- Bag: Clear 12 x 12 x 6 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 or child care excepted
Food and drink
Cups, bottles, thermoses and drink containers are prohibited. Outside food and beverages are prohibited, with exceptions for medical or child care needs. Coolers, ice chests and similar containers are prohibited.
Cameras and electronics
Cameras with lenses shorter than four inches are allowed, and camera cases up to 8 x 5 x 1 inches. Cameras with lenses over four inches and video cameras are prohibited. Cameras with lenses shorter than four inches are allowed, and those over four inches are prohibited. Laser pointers and selfie sticks are prohibited. The page does not name tripods. Drones and unmanned aircraft systems are prohibited. The pages do not mention laptops, tablets and power banks.
Strollers and family items
Bags for medical or child care needs must follow the clear bag rule. Accessible screening lanes are available for guests with assistive devices, medical devices or child care items. The pages do not mention strollers.
Umbrellas, blankets and comfort items
Umbrellas are permitted but may not be opened in seating areas. Blankets, coats and rain gear are on the permitted items list. Seat cushions are on the permitted items list.
Signs, flags and fan items
Binoculars and camera cases no larger than 8 x 5 x 1 inches are permitted. 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
Walk-through metal detectors are the main screening, with hand-held detectors and pat-downs as a second step. Guests who do not consent to screening cannot enter.
Bag storage and lockers
The page describes no bag storage.
Football games and other Duke events
The page covers entry screening for Duke venues. Duke students have a separate bag rule for men's basketball, and the page is not specific to other stadium 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.
- Water bottles
- Outside food
- Coolers
- Tripods
- Drones
- Alcoholic beverages
- Artificial noisemakers
- Balloons, balls and frisbees
- Outside and tailgate chairs
- Hazardous materials
- Pets, other than service animals
- Weapons of any kind
- Wheelie shoes
Questions about Wallace Wade Stadium
Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches, and that includes bags for medical or child care needs. Small clutches or wallets up to 8 x 5 x 1 inches, one-gallon clear bags and Duke Stores bags with a game day receipt are also allowed.
Every bag must be clear and within 12 x 12 x 6 inches. Bags larger than that are prohibited.
Cups, bottles, thermoses and drink containers are prohibited.
Outside food and beverages are prohibited, with exceptions for medical or child care needs.
Coolers, ice chests and similar containers are prohibited.
Umbrellas are permitted but may not be opened in seating areas.
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
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