Gerald J. Ford Stadium bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

All bags entering Gerald J. Ford Stadium must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and may not exceed 12 x 6 x 12 inches. Bags may be one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags. Small clutch bags, approximately the size of a hand, are permitted with or without a strap. Medical and nursing bags are permitted into the venue but require inspection upon entering.

What items are banned at Gerald J. Ford Stadium?

Purses that exceed 12 x 6 x 12 inches. Coolers. Briefcases. Backpacks. Computer and camera bags. Cinch bags. Diaper bags. Fanny packs. Luggage of any kind. Seat cushions that have zippers, pockets, or compartments. Outside food or drink (one sealed bottle of water permitted). Umbrellas. Laser pointers. Noise makers. Footballs or objects that can be used as projectiles. Radios except pocket size with headsets. Animals other than service animals. Firearms, weapons, or knives of any kind.

Can you bring food or water into Gerald J. Ford Stadium?

Outside food or drink is prohibited, except that fans may bring in one sealed, unopened bottle of water.

Are umbrellas allowed at Gerald J. Ford Stadium?

Umbrellas are prohibited from entering Gerald J. Ford Stadium.

Can you leave and come back in?

Gerald J. Ford Stadium has a no re-entry policy. Exceptions are handled on a case-by-case basis at Guest Services, located behind section 117.

Can you smoke at Gerald J. Ford Stadium?

Smoking is not permitted inside of Gerald J. Ford Stadium, including seating areas or restrooms.

Is Gerald J. Ford Stadium cashless?

All concession stands are cashless, accepting AMEX, Visa, Mastercard and Discover as well as Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, Google Pay and other NFC/RFID mobile pay wallets.

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