State Farm Stadium Bag Policy

Last updated on November 13th, 2023 at 07:29 pm

 

State Farm Stadium is home to the Arizona Cardinals NFL team at 1 Cardinals Dr, Glendale, AZ 85305. The State Farm Stadium bag policy only allows clear bags that don’t exceed 12″ by x 6″ x 12″ into the arena. Along with clear bags not exceeding 12″ x 6″ x 12″, fans can also bring in a small wristlet and small clutch bag that does not exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″ in size. However, traditional backpacks and coolers can’t come into the venue with fans for any game or concert.

 

Here is the complete State Farm Stadium clear bag policy guide for your next event. I also share my bag recommendation on what to bring to the game. Finally, there is an affiliate link to Amazon on this page.

 

Approved Bags

NFL venues across the league all have the clear bag policy, which means getting a clear bag for an Arizona Cardinals game gets you into more NFL stadiums too. Below are the types of bags that fans can bring into State Farm Stadium for a game, concert, or event.

 

• A clear single-compartment tote bag that does not exceed 12″ x 6″ x” 12″
• One-gallon clear bag/Ziploc bag
• Clear handbags
• ADA-specific bags
• Medical bags
• Seat cushions that have no zipper or back on them
• A small clutch bag that does not exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″
• Clear diaper bags

 

My Clear Bag Recommendation

While I have not been to State Farm Stadium, I have friends who have for a Taylor Swift concert. They confirmed with me that you can only bring in a clear single compartment bag into the venue. Some even brought a clear fanny pack and didn’t have any problems getting that through security. Since I’ve been to plenty of NFL venues that have the same bag policy as State Farm Stadium, I recommend bringing a clear fanny pack for a few reasons.

 

• The bag is clear, so it will pass the clear bag policy check
• My clear fanny pack is 11″ x 6.5″ x 5.9″, so it is below the size limit
• The bag itself is comfortable to wear across your chest

 

Below is a video of me explaining why I recommend bringing a clear fanny pack to games.

 


 
Buy a clear single-compartment bag for your next Arizona Cardinals game!
 

How Does the State Farm Stadium Security Staff Review Bags?

Fans arriving at State Farm Stadium for an NFL game or another event will undergo a metal detector screening before entering the arena. Fans who have a bag with them will have that go through a bag inspection check at the gate. The bag check includes reviewing the size of the bag and the content inside of it. Remember, only clear bags can come into the stadium unless they are small wristlets or similar bags.

 

What are the Prohibited Items that Fans Can’t Bring into State Farm Stadium?

Fans heading to State Farm Stadium for a game or concert should know that certain items can’t come into the arena with them. The following items the security staff won’t allow inside the arena are below. Visit the A-Z guide of the Arizona Cardinals venue for the most up-to-date information on the prohibited items list.

 

• Clear bags larger than 12” x 6” x” 12”
• Non-approved bags. Backpacks, large purses, luggage bags, laptop bags, duffle bags, and more
• Aerosol cans
• Animals not for ADA purposes
• Brooms
• Coolers
• Fireworks
• Folding chairs
• Laser pointers
• Pepper spray
• Large umbrellas
• Weapons of any kind
• Outside food. However, there is an exception to this rule if you need to bring outside food in for dietary, religious, or medical reasons. Although, fans can bring a factory-sealed water bottle into the arena.

 

Is There a Bag Check or Locker Storage Area at State Farm Stadium?

There is no official bag check or locker storage area at State Farm Stadium for fans to use to leave their bags at before entering the stadium. Therefore, you should plan to leave any bag in your car that can’t come into the arena after reading this guide. Some packs that can’t enter the stadium include backpacks and oversized purses.

 

If you plan to tailgate in the parking lots before a football game or concert, plan to leave coolers and similar types of bags in your car before walking to the entrance. Coolers and similar bags can’t come into State Farm Stadium with fans.

 

Finally, there are hotels within walking distance of State Farm Stadium where you can see if they can hold your bag for you. Most hotels charge a bag holding fee, so expect to pay around $10 or more per bag. Plan to stop by one of these nearby hotels two hours before kickoff to get a space for your bag. Otherwise, hotel holding space may fill up for certain games and concerts.

 

Additional Helpful Links

Check out the State Farm Stadium parking guide for more information.

 

Visit the State Farm Stadium food guide to see what you can eat on game day.