Food for a dietary need: rules don’t say. Ask first
Gainbridge Fieldhouse food policy
Food for a dietary need: rules don’t say. Ask first
The current A–Z guide lists outside food and drinks as prohibited. Its bag policy makes an exception for medical equipment that you must always have with you; it does not say whether food for a dietary need qualifies, so ask before the event.
The venue's rules do not say whether food for a dietary need may come in. Ask before the game.
We checked the venue’s rules on October 10, 2026. Rules can change, so check before you go.
Gainbridge Fieldhouse bag policy
Small bags only
Backpacks, hard-sided bags and any bag larger than 6"x10"x2" will not be allowed.
Oversized bags may be stored for a fee, subject to availability, at the Hyatt Place Indianapolis Downtown Valet Bell Services Desk.
All guests are subject to security screening, which can include visual inspection, bag inspection, metal detection and x-ray screening.
Medical and diaper bags: An exception is made for medical equipment you must keep with you; its bag should be no larger than needed to hold it. Baby bags, plastic bottles and formula are allowed.
Food and drinks: Outside food and drinks are not allowed. Guests may bring 1 empty plastic refillable bottle of 32 oz or less. Food you need for a medical diet can have its own rule: see Can you bring food into Gainbridge Fieldhouse?
Carry-in facts
From the venue’s page, checked Oct 20, 2026. Anything not listed here isn’t in the lines we saved from that page, so ask.
Item
Rule
The venue’s words
Backpack
Not allowed
“Backpacks, hard-sided bags and any bag larger than 6”x10”x2” will not be allowed.”
Diaper bag
Allowed
“Baby bags, plastic bottles, and formula are permitted into the building.”
Medical bag
Allowed if… For medical equipment you must keep with you.
“An exception to this policy will be made for medical equipment that you must always have with you.”
Hard cooler or hard-sided bag
Not allowed. No hard-sided bags.
“Backpacks, hard-sided bags and any bag larger than 6”x10”x2” will not be allowed.”
Food from home
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Outside food or drinks”
Baby food or formula
Allowed
“Baby bags, plastic bottles, and formula are permitted into the building.”
Outside drinks
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Outside food or drinks”
Empty reusable bottle
Allowed if… Up to 32 oz. One empty plastic refillable bottle.
“Guests are allowed to bring in 1 empty plastic refillable bottle 32 oz or less in size to refill while visiting the Fieldhouse.”
Applies to: Pacers home games. We checked the venue’s page on October 20, 2026. Concerts and special events can have other rules, so check the venue’s page before you go.
Backpacks, hard-sided bags and any bag larger than 6"x10"x2" will not be allowed.
Ask at the stand
Is this the gluten-free version? Can I see the label?
Is it fried in the same oil as breaded food?
Can you change gloves and use a clean surface?
Is the gluten-free bun kept and toasted apart from regular buns?
Labels don’t show how food is made. Ask staff about cross-contact. Researched October 10, 2026 · glutenfreestadiumfood.com/arenas/gainbridge-fieldhouse/
Gluten-free food at Gainbridge Fieldhouse
18 foods to ask about · 16 club only. The guide lists each food, where to find it, and what to ask.
Fill in the date and your name, then email it or copy it. Ask a couple of weeks ahead, and bring the answer with you. Going sooner? Call the number above.
