Yale Bowl bag policy: bag size, banned items, food and water

Acceptable bags are a 12in x 12in x 6in clear bag, a gallon-sized clear zipper-lock bag, or a handheld purse 6.5in x 4.5in or smaller with no strap. Non-conforming items can be stored at the complimentary bag check outside Gate C, which opens two hours before kickoff.

What items are banned at Yale Bowl?

Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs. Animals except service animals. Bags or containers other than those on the Approved Bags List. Balls, frisbees, or other potential projectiles. Bicycles, skates, scooters, or skateboards. Cameras with lenses larger than 3 inches or with detachable lenses. Cans, glass, thermos bottles, metal bottles, flasks, or containers larger than 20 ounces. Large flags, banners, or signs with inappropriate language. Horns or artificial noisemakers. Poles, sticks, monopods, or tripods. Remote control cars, toys, or drones. Tobacco including e-cigarettes and vape. Weapons or replicas, or fireworks.

Can you leave and come back in?

Yale Athletics enforces a no re-entry policy for all fans at Yale football games; once admitted, no ticket holder may leave and re-enter on that ticket, except game management may waive this in inclement weather.

Can you smoke at Yale Bowl?

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the Yale University campus.

Related: Yale Bowl guide and schedule · Yale Bowl parking and transit.