Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Austin, TX · University of Texas Athletics
Bags & Backpacks
ConditionalBags must be clear plastic/vinyl/PVC and no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or a one-gallon clear resealable bag, or a small non-clear clutch/purse/wallet under 4.5" x 6.5".
Non-clear bags larger than 4.5"x6.5" and clear bags larger than 12"x6"x12" are prohibited, including grocery totes, mesh/straw bags, duffel bags, diaper bags, and camera/binocular cases. Items normally carried in a diaper bag must be transferred into a compliant clear bag for entry.
- Max size
- Clear bag: 12" x 6" x 12"; non-clear clutch: 4.5" x 6.5"
Exceptions: Small clutch/purse/wallet under 4.5"x6.5" does not need to be clear.
Water Bottles
ConditionalOne sealed, soft-plastic bottle of water up to one liter is permitted; no other outside beverages or beverage containers (including Yeti-style containers) are allowed.
Free water fountains are available inside the stadium for refills.
- Max quantity
- 1 bottle, up to 1 liter
Exceptions: Guests needing hydration support can get assistance from St. David's HealthCare EMS staff.
Outside Food
Not AllowedNo outside food is permitted inside the stadium.
Exceptions: Guests with medical conditions requiring food are permitted to bring small snacks and juice boxes; a bag search and proper identification are required under these circumstances.
Medical Supplies & Equipment
AllowedGuests with medical conditions may bring necessary medical items and small snacks/juice boxes for medical needs.
Patrons with medical conditions that require food are permitted to enter with small snacks and juice boxes (bag search and ID required). Items normally carried in a diaper/medical bag must be placed in a compliant clear bag for entry.
Alcohol / BYOB
Not AllowedOutside alcohol is not permitted; alcohol is instead sold inside the stadium at designated stationary concession points.
Per the Texas Alcohol Sale and Distribution Policy: alcohol is sold only at designated stationary locations (not by roaming vendors in the seating areas); ID is checked at every point of sale; maximum of 2 alcoholic beverages per person per transaction; drinks are served in cans/plastic bottles, opened before serving. All alcohol sales cut off at the end of the 3rd quarter.
- Max quantity
- 2 drinks per transaction
Coolers
Not AllowedCoolers of any kind are not permitted inside the stadium.
Coolers are explicitly listed as a prohibited item for stadium entry (separate from tailgate-lot rules).
Strollers & Wagons
Not AllowedStrollers are not permitted inside the stadium.
Strollers are explicitly listed under Prohibited Items. Wagons are not separately addressed in the official policy.
Wheelchairs & ECVs
AllowedWheelchairs and other mobility devices are accommodated, with ADA seating, ramp-access gates, dedicated elevators, and shuttle service.
Patrons needing ramp access should enter at Gates 7, 14, 16, or 27. ADA seating requires a ticket for designated ADA areas (available at TexasLonghorns.com/Tickets or via promo code ADA). Fan Services golf cart shuttles transport mobility, hearing, or visually impaired fans closer to stadium gates from parking.
Cameras & Photo Gear
ConditionalStandard cameras are allowed, but cameras with large detachable lenses, GoPro-style action cameras, video cameras, and tripods are prohibited.
Prohibited: "Cameras with detachable lenses greater than 10 [inches], GoPros, video cameras and tripods."
Umbrellas
Not AllowedUmbrellas are not permitted inside the stadium.
Listed among prohibited items alongside banners, flags, flag poles, selfie sticks, and signs.
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
Not AllowedArtificial noisemakers, banners, flags, flag poles, selfie sticks, and signs are prohibited.
Cited reason for noisemakers: "These items can cause distractions for participants and officials in the game."
Weapons
Not AllowedNo weapons of any kind, including firearms, are permitted in DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.
Texas's Campus Carry law (SB 11) does not apply to athletics events; no weapons of any kind are permitted at Texas Athletics sporting events. Anyone carrying a weapon on campus must secure it in their vehicle before entering.
Exceptions: Does not include weapons carried by off-duty law enforcement officers.
Vapes & Smoking
Not AllowedUT Austin is a tobacco-free campus; all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vape pens, are banned campus-wide.
Policy covers all of campus, including parking areas, parking structures, lawns, and sidewalks - not just inside the stadium. Applies to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, snuff, and chewing tobacco.
Pets & Service Animals
ConditionalOnly service dogs (or service dogs in training) are permitted; all other animals are prohibited.
The service dog should be wearing identifiable attire and be harnessed or leashed at all times. Texas Athletics follows the same rules as the UT Austin campus and does not recognize emotional support animals for entry.
Re-Entry
Not AllowedNo re-entry is permitted for any Texas Football game at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium.
An ejected patron is also not allowed to return for the remainder of the game; re-entry by an ejected patron is grounds for arrest.
Other
Not AllowedItems deemed a safety hazard or annoyance - such as frisbees, balloons, projectiles, laser pointers, and fireworks - are prohibited.
Listed alongside firearms/weapons in the stadium's general safety-hazard prohibited-items catch-all.
Only 16 item types have been independently verified for Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium so far.
Not yet verified for Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium: Cannabis / Marijuana, Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards, Drones, Chairs & Blankets, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium
What is the bag policy and size limit at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Conditional. Bags must be clear plastic/vinyl/PVC and no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or a one-gallon clear resealable bag, or a small non-clear clutch/purse/wallet under 4.5" x 6.5". Non-clear bags larger than 4.5"x6.5" and clear bags larger than 12"x6"x12" are prohibited, including grocery totes, mesh/straw bags, duffel bags, diaper bags, and camera/binocular cases. Items normally carried in a diaper bag must be transferred into a compliant clear bag for entry. Max size: Clear bag: 12" x 6" x 12"; non-clear clutch: 4.5" x 6.5". Exceptions: Small clutch/purse/wallet under 4.5"x6.5" does not need to be clear.
What is the water bottle policy at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Conditional. One sealed, soft-plastic bottle of water up to one liter is permitted; no other outside beverages or beverage containers (including Yeti-style containers) are allowed. Free water fountains are available inside the stadium for refills. Max quantity: 1 bottle, up to 1 liter. Exceptions: Guests needing hydration support can get assistance from St. David's HealthCare EMS staff.
What is the outside food policy at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. No outside food is permitted inside the stadium. Exceptions: Guests with medical conditions requiring food are permitted to bring small snacks and juice boxes; a bag search and proper identification are required under these circumstances.
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Allowed. Guests with medical conditions may bring necessary medical items and small snacks/juice boxes for medical needs. Patrons with medical conditions that require food are permitted to enter with small snacks and juice boxes (bag search and ID required). Items normally carried in a diaper/medical bag must be placed in a compliant clear bag for entry.
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol is not permitted; alcohol is instead sold inside the stadium at designated stationary concession points. Per the Texas Alcohol Sale and Distribution Policy: alcohol is sold only at designated stationary locations (not by roaming vendors in the seating areas); ID is checked at every point of sale; maximum of 2 alcoholic beverages per person per transaction; drinks are served in cans/plastic bottles, opened before serving. All alcohol sales cut off at the end of the 3rd quarter. Max quantity: 2 drinks per transaction.
Are coolers allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. Coolers of any kind are not permitted inside the stadium. Coolers are explicitly listed as a prohibited item for stadium entry (separate from tailgate-lot rules).
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. Strollers are not permitted inside the stadium. Strollers are explicitly listed under Prohibited Items. Wagons are not separately addressed in the official policy.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Allowed. Wheelchairs and other mobility devices are accommodated, with ADA seating, ramp-access gates, dedicated elevators, and shuttle service. Patrons needing ramp access should enter at Gates 7, 14, 16, or 27. ADA seating requires a ticket for designated ADA areas (available at TexasLonghorns.com/Tickets or via promo code ADA). Fan Services golf cart shuttles transport mobility, hearing, or visually impaired fans closer to stadium gates from parking.
What is the camera policy at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Standard cameras are allowed, but cameras with large detachable lenses, GoPro-style action cameras, video cameras, and tripods are prohibited. Prohibited: "Cameras with detachable lenses greater than 10 [inches], GoPros, video cameras and tripods."
Are umbrellas allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. Umbrellas are not permitted inside the stadium. Listed among prohibited items alongside banners, flags, flag poles, selfie sticks, and signs.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. Artificial noisemakers, banners, flags, flag poles, selfie sticks, and signs are prohibited. Cited reason for noisemakers: "These items can cause distractions for participants and officials in the game."
What is the weapons policy at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Not Allowed. No weapons of any kind, including firearms, are permitted in DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. Texas's Campus Carry law (SB 11) does not apply to athletics events; no weapons of any kind are permitted at Texas Athletics sporting events. Anyone carrying a weapon on campus must secure it in their vehicle before entering. Exceptions: Does not include weapons carried by off-duty law enforcement officers.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium, and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. UT Austin is a tobacco-free campus; all tobacco products, including e-cigarettes and vape pens, are banned campus-wide. Policy covers all of campus, including parking areas, parking structures, lawns, and sidewalks - not just inside the stadium. Applies to cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, snuff, and chewing tobacco.
Are pets or service animals allowed at Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium?
Conditional. Only service dogs (or service dogs in training) are permitted; all other animals are prohibited. The service dog should be wearing identifiable attire and be harnessed or leashed at all times. Texas Athletics follows the same rules as the UT Austin campus and does not recognize emotional support animals for entry.
Does Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. No re-entry is permitted for any Texas Football game at DKR-Texas Memorial Stadium. An ejected patron is also not allowed to return for the remainder of the game; re-entry by an ejected patron is grounds for arrest.
What else should I know about Darrell K Royal-Texas Memorial Stadium's policies?
Not Allowed. Items deemed a safety hazard or annoyance - such as frisbees, balloons, projectiles, laser pointers, and fireworks - are prohibited. Listed alongside firearms/weapons in the stadium's general safety-hazard prohibited-items catch-all.