Mississippi venues — what you can bring in
Packaroni tracks 20 verified policies across 1 venue in Mississippi — Oxford. Every entry below links back to the venue's own published rule and carries the date it was last checked.
What the rules look like in Mississippi
The headline rules at the one stadium & arena venue we cover here.
- Bags are restricted — expect a size limit, a clear-bag rule, or both.
- Your own water is allowed only under conditions — typically sealed, plastic, and under a set size.
- Outside food isn't allowed.
- Coolers aren't allowed.
- You can't bring your own alcohol.
- Strollers and wagons are turned away.
Mississippi venues at a glance
| Venue | Bags & Backpacks | Water Bottles | Outside Food | Coolers | Strollers & Wagons | Re-Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vaught-Hemingway StadiumOxford | Conditional | Conditional | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed | Not Allowed |
“—” means that item hasn't been researched for that venue yet. It does not mean it's unrestricted.
Item by item across Mississippi
Each venue's actual wording, grouped by what you're trying to bring.
Bags & Backpacks
Only clear bags are permitted, plus small clutches and one-gallon freezer bags; all other bags are prohibited.
Max size: Clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"; clutch bag (clear or any color, with or without strap) no larger than 4.5" x 6.5"; one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag also allowed
Water Bottles
One sealed water bottle or empty drink container up to 20oz is allowed in; all other outside beverages are banned.
Outside Food
Outside food is prohibited, aside from the single small water bottle/empty container exception.
Medical Supplies & Equipment
Medically necessary items are allowed after inspection at a designated gate, even in bags that don't meet the clear bag policy.
Alcohol / BYOB
Bringing in outside alcohol is prohibited; alcohol is sold inside the stadium to guests 21+ through the end of the 3rd quarter.
Coolers
Outside coolers of any kind are not permitted into the stadium.
Strollers & Wagons
Strollers and baby carriers are listed as prohibited items and may not be brought into the stadium.
Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies
Lactation stations (Mamava pods) are available near the stadium, with in-stadium access coordinated through security at Gate 33.
Wheelchairs & ECVs
Wheelchairs and mobility devices are accommodated via ADA seating, elevators near gates 13/14, and accessible restrooms.
Cameras & Photo Gear
Video cameras and videotaping equipment are prohibited, but the guide does not restrict ordinary still cameras/phones.
Drones
Possessing or operating a drone/UAS at the stadium is prohibited without prior written permission from venue management.
Umbrellas
Umbrellas are prohibited inside the stadium, along with poles and sticks.
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
Artificial noisemakers are banned outright, while banners and signs are allowed only up to a small size.
Max size: Banners/signs must be 17" x 11" or smaller to be authorized
Chairs & Blankets
Folding chairs and armrest chairback seats are banned, and chairback seats are capped at 16 inches.
Max size: Chairback seats no larger than 16"
Weapons
Weapons of any kind are prohibited inside the stadium.
Vapes & Smoking
The University of Mississippi is a smoke-free campus, and smoking of any kind, including vaping, is banned in and around the stadium.
Costumes & Masks
Full face coverings are prohibited, though partial costumes or non-face-covering masks are not addressed.
Pets & Service Animals
Only certified service animals on a leash or harness are permitted; all other animals are banned.
Re-Entry
No re-entry is allowed once a ticket has been scanned for stadium entry.
Other
Ole Miss Athletics reserves the right to prohibit any item it deems dangerous or disruptive to the fan experience, beyond the listed items.
All 1 venue in Mississippi
Policies in Mississippi change without notice, and gate staff have discretion on the day. Follow the source link on a venue's page and confirm anything you can't afford to be wrong about. Spotted something out of date? Let us know.