What bag can you bring into Nationwide Arena?

Nationwide Arena bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Bags are generally not permitted. There is an exception for medical bags, diaper bags or clutches no larger than 8" x 5" x 1". Medical bags, diaper bags and clutches will be X-rayed via dedicated screening lines identified at each entry.

What items are banned at Nationwide Arena?

All bags outside of the Limited Bag Policy parameters, including clear bags, backpacks, fanny packs, binocular cases, purses, string or cinch bags, messenger bags, crossbody bags, camera bags, briefcases, grocery bags, roll bags, duffle or other bags. Animals, except service animals assisting guests with disabilities. Banners, flags, posters, and signs that interfere with the view of other guests. Clothing featuring profane, inappropriate, or abusive language. Containers including hard or soft-sided coolers, ice chests, picnic baskets, cans, heavy plastic or glass bottles, thermoses. Confetti, streamers, glitter or other projectiles. Drones or model aircraft. Firearms. Fireworks or explosives. Food and beverages. Illegal drugs. Inflatables (balls, balloons, etc.). Laptops or tablets. Laser pointers or similar products. Markers or paint. Noisemaking devices including whistles, air horns, bull horns, musical instruments, kazoos, bugles, cow bells, thunder sticks, sirens. Professional still or video cameras with detachable lenses, monopods/tripods or extended battery packs. Sticks, poles, pipes or selfie sticks. Stickers or products with adhesives that could damage surfaces. Strollers or wagons not designated to assist a guest with a medical condition. Umbrellas (golf style) or with a pointed tip; small collapsible umbrellas are permitted. Weapons or items that mimic weapons, including aerosol cans, mace, pepper spray, lighters, matches, pocket knives, knives, spiked bracelets, brass knuckles, martial arts weapons, stun guns, squirt guns, tools and chains. Wrapped gifts/packages.

Can you bring food or water into Nationwide Arena?

Outside food and beverage, including alcohol, is prohibited.

Can you leave and come back in?

Nationwide Arena enforces a no re-entry policy for guests who leave the venue during an event, including to smoke.

Can you smoke at Nationwide Arena?

There are no designated smoking areas within Nationwide Arena. Fans who exit the venue to smoke will not be permitted re-entry.

Is Nationwide Arena cashless?

Nationwide Arena has converted to a cashless experience from ticketing to concessions and merchandise. Purchases can be made with a debit or credit card, or mobile wallet options like Apple Pay or Google Pay. Cash-2-Card reverse ATMs that exchange cash for a no-fee debit VISA card are located in the Ticketmaster Box Office, Main Concourse and Upper Concourse.