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Kauffman Stadium bag policy: bag size, outside food, water and umbrellas

Only one clear bag no larger than 12 inches by 12 inches by 6 inches with all items easily visible, or a one-gallon clear zip-seal bag, is approved for entry. A small clutch bag no larger than 9 inches by 5 inches may be carried in addition to one of the clear bag options. An exception may be made for medical reasons or manufactured diaper bags after proper inspection.

Can I bring a bag into Kauffman Stadium?

Only a single clear bag no larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches, a one-gallon clear zip-seal bag, or a small clutch bag up to 9 by 5 inches is allowed. An exception may be made for medical reasons or manufactured diaper bags accompanying infants after proper inspection.

Can I bring outside food into Kauffman Stadium?

Guests may bring food in a clear plastic bag no larger than one gallon, but hard-sided coolers are not permitted. Food should resemble individual portions and must fit in a clear, one-gallon or smaller plastic bag.

Can I bring water into Kauffman Stadium?

Yes, one sealed, unopened plastic water bottle of 1 liter or smaller per person is allowed, as long as it is not frozen. Soft-sided single juice or milk containers or ADA required liquids may also be allowed in.

Can I bring an umbrella into Kauffman Stadium?

Small push-button umbrellas are allowed, but large golf umbrellas are not. Guests using umbrellas are asked to be considerate of others' views and enjoyment of the game.

Is Kauffman Stadium cashless?

Yes, Kauffman Stadium is cashless and does not have ATM machines on site. Reverse ATM machines let fans exchange cash for a payment card usable anywhere Mastercard is accepted.

When do beer sales end at Kauffman Stadium?

Alcohol sales end at the end of the 8th inning at general concourse concession stands. Premium areas such as Rivals Sports Bar and Boulevard Brewing Craft & Draft continue serving alcohol until the end of the game.

Can I smoke or vape at Kauffman Stadium?

Smoking and vaping are prohibited inside the gates and on the apron outside the gates, except in designated smoking areas. Designated smoking sections exist on Plaza Level along the fence line behind the 1st and 3rd base stadium walls and on View Level behind the Boulevard Space Station.

Can I leave and re-enter Kauffman Stadium during a game?

No, there is no re-entry permitted for any event at Kauffman Stadium. Exceptions are made only for emergencies or a valid excuse approved by Stadium Management, which requires a wristband from the Plaza Level Guest Services office.

When do gates open at Kauffman Stadium?

Gates open 1.5 hours before game time on Friday through Sunday and 1 hour before game time Monday through Thursday. CommunityAmerica Gate C opens 2 hours before game time exclusively for CommunityAmerica Crown Club ticket holders in sections 1 through 6.

What items are banned at Kauffman Stadium?

These, along with oversized bags: backpacks, hard-sided coolers, alcoholic beverages brought from outside, weapons, fireworks, guns, pocket knives, projectile items, cameras with 12 inch or larger lenses, banners or flags with sticks, bullhorns, airhorns, cowbells, lasers, laser pens, brooms over 4 feet tall, coolers of any kind, items that obstruct a fan's view, wrapped presents or gifts, pets or animals that are not documented service dogs, aerosol cans, toy guns, toy knives, baseball bats, beach balls, inflatables, drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles.

Source: Kauffman Stadium A-Z guide and Royals security and policies page (checked 2026-10-12).

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