We checked the venue’s rules on October 10, 2026. Rules can change, so check before you go.
Paycor Stadium bag policy
Clear bags only
Clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" (30.5 x 15.25 x 30.5 cm). Clear backpacks, fanny packs and cinch bags are fine if they fit.
Small clutch purses that are not clear are allowed up to 4.5" x 6.5".
Each family member, including children, can carry an approved clear bag and a clutch purse.
Diaper bags must be clear and no larger than 12" x 6" x 12".
Medical and diaper bags: An exception is made for medically necessary items after inspection at the gate. Diapers and wipes can be carried in a clear bag.
Food and drinks: Food is not allowed except for medical or dietary needs. Coolers are not allowed unless medically required. Bottles, cans and cups are not allowed except unopened bottled water. Food you need for a medical diet can have its own rule: see Can you bring food into Paycor 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
Allowed if… Up to 12 x 6 x 12 in. Clear, within 12 x 6 x 12 in.
“Bags that are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" or 30.5 x 15.25 x 30.5 cm. This includes clear backpacks, clear fanny packs and clear cinch bags that fit within the permissible dimensions.”
Diaper bag
Allowed if… Up to 12 x 6 x 12 in. Only if clear and no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 in.
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Diaper bags (unless clear & no larger than 12" x 6" x 12")”
Medical bag
Allowed if… After inspection at the gate.
“An exception will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at the gate.”
Soft cooler
Only with a medical need
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “All coolers (unless medically required)”
Hard cooler or hard-sided bag
Only with a medical need
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “All coolers (unless medically required)”
Food from home
Only with a medical need. Medical or dietary needs.
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Food (except for medical/dietary needs)”
Outside drinks
Not allowed. Unopened bottled water is the exception.
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Beverage containers (bottles, cans, and cups, except unopened bottled water)”
Sealed water bottle
Allowed if… Unopened bottled water.
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Beverage containers (bottles, cans, and cups, except unopened bottled water)”
Empty reusable bottle
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Beverage containers (bottles, cans, and cups, except unopened bottled water)”
Cans
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Beverage containers (bottles, cans, and cups, except unopened bottled water)”
Glass bottles
Not allowed
On the venue’s list of items not allowed: “Beverage containers (bottles, cans, and cups, except unopened bottled water)”
Applies to: Bengals 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.
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