bag policy

In accordance with Gillette Stadium security guidelines, the only bags, packages or containers permitted to be carried by fans on ALL ticketed event and game days as they approach the stadium are the following:

One-gallon clear,
plastic freezer bag 
does not exceed
11" x 11"
bag policy
Bag that is clear plastic,
vinyl or PVC
does not exceed
12" x 12" x 6"
Small wristlet or handheld wallet, with or without handle or strap
does not exceed
6.5" x 4.5"

Bag Policy

All items brought into Gillette Stadium are subject to inspection. The following items are NOT permitted in the stadium:

  • Bags of any kind except:
    • One-gallon clear, plastic freezer bag (does not exceed 11″ x 11″)
    • Bag that is clear plastic, vinyl or PVC (does not exceed 12″x 12″ x 6″)
    • Small wristlet or handheld wallet, with or without handle strap (does not exceed 6.5″ x 4.5″)
  • Animals (other than service animals assisting those with disabilities)
  • Unmanned aerial vehicles including drones
  • GoPro cameras and video cameras*
  • Tripods or monopods
  • Portable folding and/or standalone chairs
  • Seat cushions with pockets or zippers
  • Strollers** or baby seats
  • Coolers or containers, including cans, bottles, and kegs
  • Food or beverages***
  • Illegal drugs and substances
  • Weapons of any kind, including pocket/ utility knives
  • Umbrellas
  • Clothing or signs with wires, batteries or electronic components
  • Selfie sticks or any stick or pole of any size
  • Noisemakers, bullhorns, air horns, vuvuzelas
  • Balloons
  • Beach balls, lacrosse balls, inflated soccer balls, inflated footballs
  • Fireworks, pyrotechnics, flares
  • Laser pointers
  • Hover boards and Segways
  • Any item deemed inappropriate or dangerous by stadium management

* Cameras with detachable lenses and professional cameras are not permitted at Gillette Stadium concerts.
** An exception is made for strollers at Revolution games only.
*** If you wish to request an exception to the stadium’s bag policy, for medical supplies or dietary considerations please send an email to [email protected]

Please Note:  Prohibited items will not be accepted at the stadium entrances for safekeeping. Please leave all prohibited items secured in your vehicle.

The following items ARE allowed in the stadium. The following items may be allowed into the stadium subject to inspection:

  • Bags: Only gallon sized clear freezer bags, authorized clear bags measuring 12″ x 12″ x 6,” women’s wristlets or handheld wallets not to exceed 6.5″ x 4.5,” and clear plastic bags carrying only purchases made at the stadium ProShop.
  • Banners/Flags: Banners/Flags may be prohibited due to size or message content.
  • Binoculars (without case)
  • Blankets
  • Cameras: Still cameras are allowed (without case). All video cameras are prohibited. Detachable lenses on still cameras may be detached during inspection.
  • Small Electronics: Items such as cell phones, personal digital assistants, small transistor radios, small TV monitors, audio recording equipment, etc., will be allowed into the stadium but may have to be turned on during inspection.


All acceptable items will be checked by security to ensure they are what they appear to be.

The only exception will be medically necessary items that will be admitted after being screened. 

If you wish to request an exception to the stadium’s bag policy, for medical supplies (e.g., breast pump, etc.) or dietary considerations, please send an email, at least 48 hours in advance of the event you plan to attend, to [email protected]. You will receive a response within 48 hours of sending your email.