Memorial Stadium (Indiana)
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Bloomington, IN · Indiana Hoosiers Athletics
Also known as Indiana Hoosiers stadium, IU stadium, Memorial Stadium (Bloomington), Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium.
Each patron is allowed one clear bag (one-gallon Ziploc or a 12in x 6in x 12in clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag) plus one small clutch; all bags are searched at entry.
Exceptions: Necessary medical equipment that doesn't fit in a clear bag, and diaper bags, are permitted after inspection at designated gates (E2/E4 on the east side, W2/W3 on the west side)
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Bag Policy FAQ ↗Blankets may be brought in after being searched at entry, but personal seat cushions/seatbacks are prohibited — only seat cushions rented on-site ($10/game) or seatbacks rented at kiosks inside the stadium are permitted.
Exceptions: Personal blankets allowed after inspection
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Bag Policy FAQ ↗Strollers are not permitted inside the stadium, though necessary diaper bags are allowed after inspection at all gates.
Exceptions: Diaper bags allowed after inspection
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Umbrellas may not be carried into or used inside the stadium, and no check-in facility is available.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Fans may bring one empty clear water bottle (up to 64 oz.) into the stadium to fill at water stations on the concourse; any bottle with liquid in it must be dumped out at entry.
Outside food is not permitted inside the stadium.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Outside alcohol is prohibited; alcohol is sold inside the stadium, with all alcohol sales concluding at the end of the third quarter.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Coolers are not permitted inside the stadium.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Necessary medical equipment that doesn't fit in a clear bag is permitted after inspection at designated gates (E2/E4 on the east side, W2/W3 on the west side).
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Bag Policy FAQ ↗A Mothers Room is provided in the Shuel Center (Room E011, staff escort needed); guests should meet an Event Services team member on the concourse outside the Shuel Academic Center between Sections 25/26. Diaper bags are permitted after inspection.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Wheelchair and accessible seating is available; fans can contact the IU Ticket Office in advance or visit a Ticket Office booth on arrival, with accessible seating located in Sections 25-28 (via the Shuel Center with staff escort), Sections 15-18, and platforms at Sections 4/5, 8/9, 24/25, and 28/29.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Only certified service animals are admitted; all other animals/pets are prohibited.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Cameras and binoculars with a lens no greater than six inches in length may be carried in without needing to fit in a clear bag, but video recording devices and cameras with lenses longer than six inches are prohibited, and no photos may be sold or reproduced commercially.
Pass outs (re-entry) are available at all gates at all times during the game.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Also prohibited: cans, glass bottles, packages, and balloons/televisions. All concessions, Team Store, Ticket Office, and parking-lot locations are cashless (major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay only). Throwing objects onto the field/into the stands is prohibited and can result in ejection.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Noise makers, placards/signs, banners, and flags are not permitted inside the stadium.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Weapons of any type, including any item deemed by IU or Event Services to be unsafe or a security issue, are not permitted.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗The IU Bloomington campus prohibits all forms of tobacco and vaping, including e-cigarettes and other alternative nicotine products, on university property, including the stadium.
Source: Indiana University Athletics - Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium Policies ↗Only 18 item types have been independently verified for Memorial Stadium (Indiana) so far.
Not yet verified for Memorial Stadium (Indiana): Bag Storage & Lockers, Cannabis / Marijuana, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards, Drones, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Memorial Stadium (Indiana)
What is the bag policy and size limit at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. Each patron is allowed one clear bag (one-gallon Ziploc or a 12in x 6in x 12in clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag) plus one small clutch; all bags are searched at entry. Max size: Clear bag: 12in x 6in x 12in, or one-gallon clear freezer bag; small clutch permitted in addition. Exceptions: Necessary medical equipment that doesn't fit in a clear bag, and diaper bags, are permitted after inspection at designated gates (E2/E4 on the east side, W2/W3 on the west side)
What is the water bottle policy at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. Fans may bring one empty clear water bottle (up to 64 oz.) into the stadium to fill at water stations on the concourse; any bottle with liquid in it must be dumped out at entry. Max quantity: 1 bottle, up to 64 oz., must be empty.
What is the outside food policy at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Outside food is not permitted inside the stadium.
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. Necessary medical equipment that doesn't fit in a clear bag is permitted after inspection at designated gates (E2/E4 on the east side, W2/W3 on the west side).
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol is prohibited; alcohol is sold inside the stadium, with all alcohol sales concluding at the end of the third quarter.
Are coolers allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Coolers are not permitted inside the stadium.
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Strollers are not permitted inside the stadium, though necessary diaper bags are allowed after inspection at all gates. Exceptions: Diaper bags allowed after inspection
Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. A Mothers Room is provided in the Shuel Center (Room E011, staff escort needed); guests should meet an Event Services team member on the concourse outside the Shuel Academic Center between Sections 25/26. Diaper bags are permitted after inspection.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Allowed. Wheelchair and accessible seating is available; fans can contact the IU Ticket Office in advance or visit a Ticket Office booth on arrival, with accessible seating located in Sections 25-28 (via the Shuel Center with staff escort), Sections 15-18, and platforms at Sections 4/5, 8/9, 24/25, and 28/29.
What is the camera policy at Memorial Stadium (Indiana), and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Cameras and binoculars with a lens no greater than six inches in length may be carried in without needing to fit in a clear bag, but video recording devices and cameras with lenses longer than six inches are prohibited, and no photos may be sold or reproduced commercially. Max size: Camera lens must not exceed 6 inches in length.
Are umbrellas allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Umbrellas may not be carried into or used inside the stadium, and no check-in facility is available.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Noise makers, placards/signs, banners, and flags are not permitted inside the stadium.
Are chairs and blankets allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. Blankets may be brought in after being searched at entry, but personal seat cushions/seatbacks are prohibited — only seat cushions rented on-site ($10/game) or seatbacks rented at kiosks inside the stadium are permitted. Fee: $10 per game for IU-provided seat cushions; seatback rental available at kiosks inside Gate E3 and Gate W2. Exceptions: Personal blankets allowed after inspection
What is the weapons policy at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Not Allowed. Weapons of any type, including any item deemed by IU or Event Services to be unsafe or a security issue, are not permitted.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana), and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. The IU Bloomington campus prohibits all forms of tobacco and vaping, including e-cigarettes and other alternative nicotine products, on university property, including the stadium.
Are pets or service animals allowed at Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Conditional. Only certified service animals are admitted; all other animals/pets are prohibited.
Does Memorial Stadium (Indiana) allow re-entry?
Allowed. Pass outs (re-entry) are available at all gates at all times during the game.
What else should I know about Memorial Stadium (Indiana)'s policies?
Conditional. Also prohibited: cans, glass bottles, packages, and balloons/televisions. All concessions, Team Store, Ticket Office, and parking-lot locations are cashless (major credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay only). Throwing objects onto the field/into the stands is prohibited and can result in ejection.
Is Indiana Hoosiers stadium the same place as Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Yes — Indiana Hoosiers stadium is a former or alternate name for Memorial Stadium (Indiana). All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is IU stadium the same place as Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Yes — IU stadium is a former or alternate name for Memorial Stadium (Indiana). All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Memorial Stadium (Bloomington) the same place as Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Yes — Memorial Stadium (Bloomington) is a former or alternate name for Memorial Stadium (Indiana). All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium the same place as Memorial Stadium (Indiana)?
Yes — Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium is a former or alternate name for Memorial Stadium (Indiana). All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.