Amon G. Carter Stadium
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Fort Worth, TX · TCU Horned Frogs Athletics
Also known as TCU Horned Frogs stadium, TCU stadium.
Only clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags (max 14" x 14") or a one-gallon clear freezer bag are allowed, plus a small hand-sized clutch bag.
Exceptions: A small clutch bag (approx. the size of a hand, with or without strap) may be carried in addition to a clear bag; medically necessary bags/items are exempt from size limits after inspection at the gate
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide (a separate Clear Bag Policy page states 12"x6"x12" — a live discrepancy on TCU's own site; used the more recently-maintained A-Z Guide's figure) ↗Strollers are listed as a prohibited item inside TCU athletics venues.
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗Umbrellas are not allowed inside Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Outside stadium seat cushions are listed as a prohibited item; blankets are not separately addressed.
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗One unopened bottle of water per person is allowed in; free refill stations are on the concourse.
Refillable water stations ('water monsters') are located around the concourse
Outside food and drinks are not allowed into the stadium, except for one unopened bottle of water.
Exceptions: One unopened bottle of water is permitted
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗Outside alcohol may not be brought in, but beer is sold inside the stadium from three hours before kickoff through the start of the fourth quarter.
Government-issued ID is checked for anyone who appears under 30, with wristbands issued at ID stations
Coolers are not permitted; only clear bags, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch bag may be carried in, and outside food/drink other than water is prohibited.
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗Bags larger than the standard clear-bag size are allowed for medically necessary items after inspection at the gate.
Exceptions: Subject to search and tagging at entry
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗Pets are not allowed, but credentialed service animals are permitted; TCU notes 'comfort' animals do not qualify as service animals under state regulations.
Exceptions: Only credentialed service animals allowed
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Personal still cameras are generally fine, but video cameras are listed as a prohibited item and only credentialed photographers may access the field.
Exceptions: Field access restricted to credentialed photographers
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Bicycles are listed as a prohibited item inside TCU athletics venues.
Source: TCU Athletics - Clear Bag Policy ↗Drones are not allowed on the TCU campus, including the stadium, without prior permission.
Exceptions: Prior permission may be granted by TCU
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Personal signs up to 18x24 inches are allowed, but banners cannot be hung in the stadium and artificial noisemakers (air horns, thundersticks, instruments, etc.) are prohibited.
Exceptions: Signs must follow the TCU Fan Code of Conduct
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Fan-brought fireworks are prohibited, but TCU sets off its own stadium fireworks at kickoff, halftime, and after scores.
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Weapons of any kind, including those carried with a permit, are prohibited, and open or concealed firearm carry is not allowed anywhere on the TCU campus.
TCU states firearm carry (open or concealed) is not allowed on campus as a stated campus rule, rather than citing the state's sporting-event carry exclusion
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗TCU is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus, and smoking is prohibited in all areas of Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗TCU has a no re-entry policy, though patrons who must leave for a medical situation may exit through Gate 4 (west) or Gate 8 (east) and be scanned back in.
Exceptions: Medical-situation exits at Gate 4 or Gate 8 permit re-admission
Source: TCU Athletics - Football A-Z Guide ↗Only 18 item types have been independently verified for Amon G. Carter Stadium so far.
Not yet verified for Amon G. Carter Stadium: Bag Storage & Lockers, Cannabis / Marijuana, Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies, Wheelchairs & ECVs, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Amon G. Carter Stadium
What is the bag policy and size limit at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Conditional. Only clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags (max 14" x 14") or a one-gallon clear freezer bag are allowed, plus a small hand-sized clutch bag. Max size: Clear bag no larger than 14" x 14"; one-gallon clear plastic freezer (Ziploc-style) bag also allowed. Exceptions: A small clutch bag (approx. the size of a hand, with or without strap) may be carried in addition to a clear bag; medically necessary bags/items are exempt from size limits after inspection at the gate
What is the water bottle policy at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Conditional. One unopened bottle of water per person is allowed in; free refill stations are on the concourse. Refillable water stations ('water monsters') are located around the concourse Max quantity: 1 unopened bottle per person.
What is the outside food policy at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside food and drinks are not allowed into the stadium, except for one unopened bottle of water. Exceptions: One unopened bottle of water is permitted
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Conditional. Bags larger than the standard clear-bag size are allowed for medically necessary items after inspection at the gate. Exceptions: Subject to search and tagging at entry
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol may not be brought in, but beer is sold inside the stadium from three hours before kickoff through the start of the fourth quarter. Government-issued ID is checked for anyone who appears under 30, with wristbands issued at ID stations Fee: $9.25 per beer, two-beer maximum per transaction.
Are coolers allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Coolers are not permitted; only clear bags, a one-gallon clear freezer bag, or a small clutch bag may be carried in, and outside food/drink other than water is prohibited.
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Strollers are listed as a prohibited item inside TCU athletics venues.
Are e-bikes, scooters, or hoverboards allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Bicycles are listed as a prohibited item inside TCU athletics venues.
What is the camera policy at Amon G. Carter Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Personal still cameras are generally fine, but video cameras are listed as a prohibited item and only credentialed photographers may access the field. Exceptions: Field access restricted to credentialed photographers
Are drones allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Drones are not allowed on the TCU campus, including the stadium, without prior permission. Exceptions: Prior permission may be granted by TCU
Are umbrellas allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Umbrellas are not allowed inside Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Conditional. Personal signs up to 18x24 inches are allowed, but banners cannot be hung in the stadium and artificial noisemakers (air horns, thundersticks, instruments, etc.) are prohibited. Max size: Signs up to 18" x 24". Exceptions: Signs must follow the TCU Fan Code of Conduct
Are chairs and blankets allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside stadium seat cushions are listed as a prohibited item; blankets are not separately addressed.
What is the weapons policy at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Not Allowed. Weapons of any kind, including those carried with a permit, are prohibited, and open or concealed firearm carry is not allowed anywhere on the TCU campus. TCU states firearm carry (open or concealed) is not allowed on campus as a stated campus rule, rather than citing the state's sporting-event carry exclusion
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium, and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. TCU is a smoke- and tobacco-free campus, and smoking is prohibited in all areas of Amon G. Carter Stadium.
Are pets or service animals allowed at Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Conditional. Pets are not allowed, but credentialed service animals are permitted; TCU notes 'comfort' animals do not qualify as service animals under state regulations. Exceptions: Only credentialed service animals allowed
Does Amon G. Carter Stadium allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. TCU has a no re-entry policy, though patrons who must leave for a medical situation may exit through Gate 4 (west) or Gate 8 (east) and be scanned back in. Exceptions: Medical-situation exits at Gate 4 or Gate 8 permit re-admission
What else should I know about Amon G. Carter Stadium's policies?
Conditional. Fan-brought fireworks are prohibited, but TCU sets off its own stadium fireworks at kickoff, halftime, and after scores.
Is TCU Horned Frogs stadium the same place as Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Yes — TCU Horned Frogs stadium is a former or alternate name for Amon G. Carter Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is TCU stadium the same place as Amon G. Carter Stadium?
Yes — TCU stadium is a former or alternate name for Amon G. Carter Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.