Commonwealth Stadium bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Commonwealth Stadium has a no bag policy for all guests attending events. Guests are encouraged not to bring bags. A clear plastic bag no larger than 12 x 12 x 6 inches is permitted, as is one small clutch wallet or purse no larger than 6.5 x 4.5 inches with a handle or strap, which will be searched. Exceptions may be made for diaper bags and medically necessary items that cannot fit into a clear bag. Fans carrying bags that do not meet the criteria will not be permitted entry.

What items are banned at Commonwealth Stadium?

Glass bottles, pop or beer cans, and containers over 1 litre. Outside food, except individual snacks. Alcohol brought from outside. Professional-grade cameras, tripods and selfie sticks. Video cameras and recording devices. Umbrellas larger than 16 inches or with a point. Signs or banners on sticks or poles, or made of wood or metal. Signs or banners with commercial messages, logos or political endorsements, or profanity. (source)

Can you bring food or water into Commonwealth Stadium?

For Edmonton Elks games, guests are not permitted to bring food into the stadium except individual snacks. Food that might be thrown as a projectile must be sliced or sectioned. Plastic water bottles of 1 litre or less, juice boxes and thermoses are permitted if sealed; thermoses and personal water bottles must be empty at entry. Water bottle fill stations are in the East and West concession pods. (source)

Can you leave and come back in?

There is a no re-entry policy in effect. Guests who leave Commonwealth Stadium are not allowed to re-enter. (source)

Can you smoke at Commonwealth Stadium?

Commonwealth Stadium is a non-smoking facility. Smoking tobacco, vaping and cannabis consumption in a non-designated area results in ejection without refund. Cannabis consumption or possession is prohibited on stadium property at all times, including parking lots. Smoking (tobacco and vaping) is only permitted in designated areas outside Gates 7 and 8. (source)

Is Commonwealth Stadium cashless?

Cash or credit cards are accepted at Commonwealth Stadium concessions, and bank machines are located in the east and west market areas. (source)

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