Capital One Arena bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Capital One Arena has a strict no-bag policy. Bags, backpacks and purses are not permitted inside the arena. Wallet-size clutches no larger than 4 in x 6 in, medical bags, and parenting bags no larger than 14 in x 14 in x 6 in are permitted, subject to security screening. Guests bringing a medical or parenting bag should use the entrance at the corner of 6th and F Street. The arena will not check or store any prohibited bag.

What items are banned at Capital One Arena?

Weapons including guns, knives, chains, spikes, projectiles, tasers, and mace or pepper spray. Balloons. Cans, bottles, or coolers. Outside food and beverages (one empty plastic water bottle per guest is allowed). Illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia. Gambling paraphernalia. Laser pointers. Luggage, roller bags, backpacks, hard-sided bags or briefcases, and purses larger than a 4 in x 6 in clutch. Monopods, tripods, poles, selfie sticks, and selfie lights or other detachable lighting sources. Noisemakers such as can-operated air horns, sirens, kazoos, and whistles, except Birdie personal safety alarms. Pets other than service animals. Sticks or poles. Wrapped gifts. Ski masks, face coverings, or similar items that conceal identity. Video and audio recording devices.

Can you bring food or water into Capital One Arena?

Guests are not allowed to bring in outside food and beverages, including alcoholic beverages, for any games, concerts, or events. Guests may bring in one empty plastic water bottle per person for personal use.

Can you leave and come back in?

Exit and re-entry is allowed during Capitals, Wizards, and Georgetown games once the event begins, through the F Street entrance only, to access the Box Office and Team Store at the Gallery Place entrance. Exit and re-entry is not allowed for concerts; guests who exit after their original entry scan must purchase a new ticket to re-enter.

Can you smoke at Capital One Arena?

Capital One Arena is a non-smoking facility. Smoking and vaping of any kind, including e-cigarettes, traditional cigarettes, cigars, and other smoking devices, is prohibited inside the arena, and guests may only smoke in designated smoking areas.

Is Capital One Arena cashless?

Capital One Arena is a cashless venue. Credit cards, debit cards, and contactless payment through smartphone apps are the only accepted forms of payment at concessions, retail locations, and vendors. Reverse ATMs next to Guest Services on the 100 and 400 levels let fans load cash onto a debit card for in-arena purchases.

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