What bag can you bring into Hilton Coliseum?

Hilton Coliseum bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Allowed bags are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC totes no larger than 12 in x 6 in x 12 in with no logo larger than 4.5 in x 3.5 in, one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags, or small clutch bags no larger than 6 in x 9 in. Exceptions are made for bags containing items required for medical, family or child care needs. All bags are subject to search, and prohibited bags will not be held by staff during the event.

What items are banned at Hilton Coliseum?

Outside alcoholic beverages. Outside food and beverages, coolers or containers. Backpacks, fanny packs, purses, or any bag that is not clear. Artificial noisemakers. Beach balls. Chairbacks or stadium seats. Strollers and umbrellas. Pets (service animals are permitted). Video cameras, and cameras with a lens longer than 6 inches. Selfie sticks, tripods, telescopic devices or camera poles. Laser pointers, flashlights or glowsticks. Sealed packages of any kind, including gifts. Weapons, tools, razor blades, scissors, etc. Hazardous items including fuels, torches, lighter fluid, chemicals, paint, batteries or aerosols. (source)

Can you bring food or water into Hilton Coliseum?

Outside food and beverages are prohibited. Fans may bring one sealed plastic water bottle of 20 oz or less, or an empty plastic bottle to fill at water stations in the arena. Metal water bottles are not permitted. (source)

Can you leave and come back in?

Iowa State Athletics has ended re-entry at Jack Trice Stadium with the start of alcohol sales; Hilton Coliseum began offering alcohol sales in winter 2026 under the same framework, requiring buyers to be 21 or older and limiting sales to two alcoholic beverages per person per sale. (source)

Is Hilton Coliseum cashless?

Hilton Coliseum concession and merchandise stands accept card and mobile payment only. Vending machines for water and Pepsi products around the concourse accept cash. (source)