We checked the venue’s rules on October 9, 2026. Rules can change, so check before you go.
Little Caesars Arena bag policy
Small bags only
Bags larger than 4" x 6" x 1.5" are not allowed, including laptop, tablet, camera and binocular bags.
Single compartment bags, wallets, clutches, fanny packs and clear bags smaller than 4" x 6" x 1.5" are allowed, with or without a strap.
All guests are screened at entry. The policy can change for select events.
Medical and diaper bags: Diaper bags, parenting bags, and medical bags required for dietary or medical necessity smaller than 16" x 16" x 8" are permitted.
Food and drinks: Outside food and drinks are not allowed, except for religious, dietary or medical necessity: a single serving of food for one of those needs is allowed. One clear, factory-sealed plastic water bottle of 20 oz or less, or one empty crushable plastic bottle of 20 oz or less, is allowed. Food you need for a medical diet can have its own rule: see Can you bring food into Little Caesars Arena?
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
Diaper bag
Allowed if… Up to 16 x 16 x 8 in. Smaller than 16 x 16 x 8 in.
“Diaper bags, parenting bags, medical bags required for dietary or medical necessity smaller than 16" x 16" x 8" are permitted.”
Medical bag
Allowed if… Up to 16 x 16 x 8 in. Smaller than 16 x 16 x 8 in.
“Diaper bags, parenting bags, medical bags required for dietary or medical necessity smaller than 16" x 16" x 8" are permitted.”
Food from home
Only with a medical need. A single serving, for a religious, dietary or medical need.
On the venue’s list of items allowed: “Food that is a single serving for religious, dietary, or medical necessity”
Outside drinks
Only with a medical need
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Outside food and beverage of any kind (except for religious, dietary or for medical necessity)”
Sealed water bottle
Allowed if… Up to 20 oz. One clear, factory-sealed plastic bottle.
“Guests are permitted to bring in a single bottle of water in a clear, factory-sealed plastic container that is 20 ounces or less.”
Empty reusable bottle
Allowed if… Up to 20 oz. One crushable, empty plastic bottle.
“A single, crushable, empty plastic water bottle that is 20 ounces or less is also permitted.”
Applies to: Pistons and Red Wings 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.
Bags larger than 4" x 6" x 1.5" are not allowed, including laptop, tablet, camera and binocular bags.
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 9, 2026 · glutenfreestadiumfood.com/nhl/arenas/little-caesars-arena/
Gluten-free food at Little Caesars Arena
2 gluten-free options at Little Caesars Arena. The guide lists each food, where to find it, and what to ask.
Fill in the date and your name. Read it out when you call, or copy it. Ask a couple of weeks ahead, and bring the answer with you. Going sooner? Call the number above.
