Notre Dame Stadium bag policy 2026: clear bags, umbrellas and water
Notre Dame Stadium allows clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12 x 6 x 12 inches, one-gallon clear plastic bags, and clutches up to 4.5 x 6.5 inches. The policy also covers Corbett Family Hall, O'Neill Hall and the Duncan Student Center on game days.
Can you bring an umbrella into Notre Dame Stadium?
Yes, a small collapsible umbrella. Golf umbrellas and large or non-collapsible umbrellas are banned, and small ones are only allowed if they don't block anyone's view. No seats are covered.
Can you bring water into Notre Dame Stadium?
Only an empty, non-glass bottle or cup. Bottles of water are on the banned list. Empty refillable bottles such as a Yeti cup are allowed.
Can you bring a seat cushion into Notre Dame Stadium?
Yes, up to 16 by 16 inches with no pockets. Cushions are sold for $15 at Gates A, B, C and D, from when gates open to the end of the 1st quarter. Chairbacks are not allowed without a documented medical reason.
What else is banned at Notre Dame Stadium?
Aerosols, noisemakers including whistles, drones, glass, outside food and drink, outside alcohol, and video cameras. Outside food for dietary needs can be approved, and must be in a compliant clear bag.
Can you leave and come back in?
No. Notre Dame Stadium does not allow re-entry. Anyone who leaves needs a new, unused ticket to get back in.
More questions about Notre Dame Stadium
Is Notre Dame Stadium cashless?
Yes. Every concession and vendor stand is cashless. Cards, Apple Pay and Android Pay are taken. Campus dining outside the stadium is cashless too.
Can you bring a blanket into Notre Dame Stadium?
Yes. Blankets are on the permitted list. Heated jackets and gloves are allowed too.
Can you bring a stroller into Notre Dame Stadium?
No. Strollers are not allowed, and the university can't store them.
Can you smoke or vape at Notre Dame Stadium?
No. All tobacco, including e-cigarettes, is banned.
Can you bring a camera into Notre Dame Stadium?
Yes, with a lens shorter than 6 inches. Camera bags, video cameras and selfie sticks are not allowed.
Where is first aid at Notre Dame Stadium?
Lower level by Sections 11 and 26, upper level by Sections 109-110 and 128-129.
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