Every guest passes through security screening and a bag check at entry — it’s how we keep the District safe and the lines moving. The fastest way in: bring a small bag or none at all, and leave the items below at home. Lockers are not available, and our team cannot hold prohibited items at the door, so anything on this list will need to go back to your vehicle.
Bag Policy
Smaller bags speed up screening for everyone. Backpacks, coolers, and oversized bags are not permitted.
Cameras & Recording Devices
Your phone is welcome — feel free to capture memories where the event allows it. The following are not permitted:
- Cameras with detachable lenses or flash
- Audio or video recording equipment, including GoPros and body-worn cameras
- Camera-equipped smart glasses (Meta Ray-Ban and similar recording eyewear) may not be used to record inside the venue. Guests wearing camera-equipped glasses may be asked to stow them during performances.
- Tripods, monopods, and selfie sticks
Photography and recording rules can also vary by performer and production — check your event’s page, and when in doubt, ask a member of our team.
Food & Drink
- Outside food and beverages
- Bottles and cans — except water: you’re welcome to bring an unopened, factory-sealed water bottle, or an empty reusable bottle or thermos to fill at water stations inside
- Alcohol, drugs, and flasks
Weapons & Safety
- Weapons of any kind
- Laser pointers
- Two-way radios
Signs, Noise & Distribution
- Signs, flags, banners, and balloons
- Noise-making devices
- Permanent markers
- Pamphlets, flyers, and product samples
Recreation & Other
- Skateboards, rollerblades, and bicycles
- Frisbees
- Portable chairs
- Any other item venue staff determine to be unsafe or disruptive
Questions?
Item policies can vary by event, and final entry decisions rest with venue staff. Not sure about something you’re planning to bring? Call us at (916) 808-5181 or email sccbotickets@cityofsacramento.org before event day — we’re happy to help you plan ahead.