What bag can you bring into Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex?

Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

For standard events including Kitchener Rangers games, only bags 8 in x 10 in or smaller are allowed into the facility; large bags are not permitted. For special events such as concerts, only bags 5 in x 8 in or smaller are allowed. Exceptions are made for medical bags and diaper bags. All bags are subject to screening at the security checkpoint.

What items are banned at Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex?

Outside alcohol (zero tolerance). Outside food or drink (with limited exceptions). Backpacks or large bags larger than 8 in x 10 in. Large signs that are inappropriate or obstruct the view of others. Professional cameras and GoPros. Laser pointers. Disruptive noisemakers (e.g., airhorns). Weapons. Large items (e.g., brooms, selfie sticks, hockey sticks). (source)

Can you bring food or water into Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex?

Outside food or drink is not allowed, with the exception of sealed clear water bottles up to 500 ml, empty reusable drink containers, and small snack bags (such as a small Ziploc bag or small chip bag). (source)

Can you leave and come back in?

Once a ticketed guest has been scanned into an event, there are no in-and-out privileges and no re-entry is permitted after exiting a designated door. This no re-entry policy applies to all ticketed events, including Kitchener Rangers home games. Guests with emergencies are assisted by Aud staff on a case-by-case basis. (source)

Can you smoke at Kitchener Memorial Auditorium Complex?

The Smoke Free Ontario Act is enforced by The Region of Waterloo and prohibits smoking (tobacco or cannabis) and vaping within 20 metres of the perimeter of any city-owned property line. There is absolutely no smoking or vaping at The Aud. (source)