Outside food and beverages are generally prohibited, but guests with documented religious dietary restrictions or severe allergies/special dietary needs can request a formal exception via an accommodation request form submitted at least 48 hours before the event.
We checked the venue’s rules on September 23, 2026. Rules can change, so check before you go.
Northwest Stadium bag policy
Clear bags only
Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12" x 6" x 12".
One-gallon clear plastic freezer bags are allowed.
Small clutch bags of about 4.5" x 6.5" can come in along with a clear bag.
Backpacks, gym bags, duffel bags, large purses, diaper bags and fanny packs that do not meet the clear bag size limit are not allowed.
Medical and diaper bags: An exception is made for medically necessary items after inspection at a gate set up for this.
Food and drinks: Food or beverages of any kind and coolers are not allowed. Guests with special dietary needs (such as severe food allergies or diabetes) can request an exception letter at least 48 hours ahead. Food you need for a medical diet can have its own rule: see Can you bring food into Northwest Stadium?
Carry-in facts
From the venue’s page, checked Oct 19, 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
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Bags* (including backpacks, gym bags, duffel bags, briefcases, large purses, diaper bags, packages, and fanny packs that do not meet NFL CLEAR BAG size restriction)”
Diaper bag
Not allowed. Unless it meets the clear bag size.
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Bags* (including backpacks, gym bags, duffel bags, briefcases, large purses, diaper bags, packages, and fanny packs that do not meet NFL CLEAR BAG size restriction)”
Medical bag
Allowed if… After inspection at a set gate.
“An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.”
Soft cooler
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Containers (including all bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.)”
Hard cooler or hard-sided bag
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Containers (including all bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.)”
Food from home
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Food or Beverages of any kind”
Food for a medical need
Only with a medical need. Ask for an exception letter at least 48 hours ahead.
“Guests with special dietary needs (e.g., religious requirements, severe food allergies, diabetes, or other medical needs) can request an exception letter via”
Outside drinks
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Food or Beverages of any kind”
Empty reusable bottle
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Containers (including all bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.)”
Cans
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Containers (including all bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.)”
Glass bottles
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Containers (including all bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.)”
Applies to: Commanders home games. We checked the venue’s page on October 19, 2026. Concerts and special events can have other rules, so check the venue’s page before you go.
Clear bags only. Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12" x 6" x 12".
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 September 23, 2026 · glutenfreestadiumfood.com/stadiums/northwest-stadium/
Gluten-free food at Northwest Stadium
5 gluten-free options · 1 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.
