What bag can you bring into Allstate Arena?

Allstate Arena bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Fans attending events at Allstate Arena will not be permitted to enter with backpacks, totes, mid/large sized bags and coolers. Diaper bags (with child) and bags approved for medical needs are permitted after search by security personnel; approved bags must be no bigger than 12 in x 12 in. Jackets may be searched upon entry. All guests and bags are subject to search.

What items are banned at Allstate Arena?

Backpacks, totes, mid/large sized bags and coolers. Weapons of any kind. Glass bottles or containers of any nature. Detachable lens cameras and video or audio recording equipment. Selfie sticks, iPads, GoPros and any action cameras. Laser pointers. (source)

Can you bring food or water into Allstate Arena?

Outside food and drink is not permitted inside Allstate Arena. (source)

Can you leave and come back in?

Fans may not re-enter Allstate Arena unless they have made arrangements with Allstate Arena security or ushers at the gates prior to leaving. (source)

Can you smoke at Allstate Arena?

Allstate Arena has been a smoke-free facility since January 3, 2007. Smoking is prohibited within Allstate Arena, but designated smoking areas are located outside the South and East entrances. (source)

Is Allstate Arena cashless?

Concessions at Allstate Arena are cashless. All food, beverage and retail purchases accept major credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express) and mobile payment services including Apple Pay, Android Pay and Google Pay. (source)