Clear Bag Policy
Prohibited Items
For the safety and security of our guests, all prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s vehicle or discarded.
The following items are prohibited inside any MBU Athletics venue and are causes for removal. No refunds:
- Soft or hard sided coolers or ice chests
- Glass or metal containers
- Outside food and beverages
- Use of alcohol, marijuana or tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and smokeless cigarettes/marijuana/tobacco
- Backpacks and other similar bags will not be allowed
- Bikes, skateboards, scooters, hover boards, long boards
- Sticks, poles or similar objects that can be used as a weapon
- Weapons of any kind including those carried with permit
- Fireworks, drones or laser pointers
- No pets/animals
Permitted Items
Only the following items will be permitted upon entrance into MBU Athletics facilities:
- Bags that are clear plastic (any size)
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (Ziploc bag or similar)
- Small clutch bags (no larger than 5″ x 7″) with or without a handle or strap
- Medically necessary items after proper inspection at gates
- Factory sealed water bottles 51 oz. / 1.5 liters or smaller (site preference)
- Service animals
- Seat cushions and chair backs must be 18″ or less in width (no pockets, zippers, compartments or covers)
- Smaller diaper bags
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the clear bag policy?
To enhance public safety and make venue access more efficient, MBU Athletics adopted a Clear Bag Policy. Fans may bring in one (1) clear bag (Any Size). Fans are limited to one clear bag per person, along with a small clutch or purse for privacy. Please refer to the pictures above for non-approved bags.
Why did MBU Athletics adopt this policy?
MBU Athletics adopted the Clear Bag policy to enhance public safety at our venues and provide a great game day experience.
How does the new policy improve public safety?
Prohibited bags will be turned away. Any prohibited bag will be highly visible and be corrected immediately. The policy also supports the Department of Homeland Security’s “If You See Something, Say Something” campaign.
Can guests carry cameras, binoculars, smart phones or tablets separately from what they put in a clear bag?
All of these items can be carried into Spartan Field as long as they are not in a bag or case.
Can I bring a blanket and extra jackets/clothing into the venue during cold weather?
Guests may bring these items into the athletics venues by tossing them over a shoulder or arm. Items that are folded must be opened and inspected in order to gain entry into the venue.
What happens if I show up at the gate with a bag that is not permitted?
Guests carrying a prohibited bag will not be permitted inside the venue. Fans with prohibited bags will need to return their bags to their vehicle and transfer their belongings to an approved clear plastic bag before entering the venue.
If I have certain items that I need to bring into the venue for medical reasons and they won’t fit in the clear bag, what do I do?
Guests carrying medically necessary bags or equipment into a venue will be required to have their bag inspected by Public Safety or an official MBU game liaison or event manager.
Are all purses prohibited?
No. Small clutch purses, with or without a handle or strap, are permitted along with a clear bag. This should enable guests to carry the same items they have in previous years and expedite entry into the venue. We strongly encourage fans not to bring any bags, but have implemented a policy that appropriately balances the needs of our fans with our obligation to provide for their safety.
Do I have to put everything I’m carrying into the permissible bags?
No. We are limiting only the type of bags carried into the venue, not items that you normally bring to a game. Therefore, you can carry items (keys, makeup, feminine products, comb, phone, wallet, credit cards, etc.) in your pockets or jacket if you choose not to use a clear bag or clutch purse (5″ x 7″). You can carry a blanket over your arms and binoculars and/or camera around your neck or in your hands. Guests can use the clear bag and clutch to carry other items. You will continue to have the flexibility to bring a wide variety of approved items into the venue. Every member of your family may carry a permissible bag. The key is to not conceal items inside carrying cases, extra bags or bulky containers.