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Stadium Security Measures, Clear Bag Policy and Prohibited Items

Gies Memorial Stadium

Guests visiting the stadium will have a similar entry experience to other major professional and collegiate sports venues around the United States. Guests will keep their belongings with them while passing through the upgraded metal detection system at all entrances, and anyone who triggers an alarm will receive a secondary check with a handheld security wand.

Items Permitted

Clutches no larger than 4.5” x 7.0”, clear tote (no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”), 1-gallon clear plastic storage bag, clear drawstring bag (no larger than 12” x 12”), binoculars (without case), cameras (lenses no longer than 4”), jackets, umbrellas, items related to a medical condition, empty water bottles, diaper bags (with child).

Items Prohibited

(Including, but not limited to):
Bags larger than 4.5” x 7.0” (including purses, backpacks and binocular cases), containers, laser pointers, banners, flags, signs, blankets, noisemakers, weapons, laptops, video recorders, monopods, tripods or any item deemed dangerous or inappropriate.

State Farm Center

Information about State Farm Center’s Clear Bag policy is available on its website.

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