Nationals Park
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Washington, DC · Washington Nationals / MLB
Home of the Washington Nationals. Also known as Nationals stadium, Nats park.
Only clear bags up to 16"x16"x8" or small non-clear clutches (5"x7"x3/4") are allowed; backpacks, coolers, and luggage of any kind are banned outright.
Third-party BinBox lockers are available outside the ballpark for non-compliant items.
Exceptions: Medical and diaper bags via ADA/Family entry lanes
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Bag Policy ↗Third-party BinBox lockers are available just outside the ballpark for bags that don't meet the size requirements.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Bag Policy ↗Non-collapsible umbrellas that won't fit within the allowed bag size (16"x16"x8") are barred; small collapsible umbrellas are permitted.
The Nationals' parking pages weren't fetchable at the URLs tried — secondary sources put official parking at $20-49 depending on lot and game tier (Regular/Prime/Marquee/Diamond), with the closest Lots A/B/C at $40-50 cash and cheaper garages along M Street SE a 10-12 minute walk away.
Sourced to secondary parking-guide aggregators, not a first-party fetch — re-verify against the official site (nationals.com/parking) when it becomes fetchable. Lots open 2h15m before first pitch, close 1 hour after the game.
Metal, plastic, or glass containers are barred except clear, factory-sealed plastic water bottles no larger than one liter, one per person.
Exceptions: Insulin containers and baby food/formula containers exempt from the container ban
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Small single-serving outside food items are generally allowed if they fit within the bag policy or can be hand-carried for screening; no large meals or catering.
Exceptions: Medically necessary food items (e.g. baby food) exempt
Source: MLB.com — Nationals Park A-Z Information Guide ↗Outside alcohol is completely prohibited; no more than two alcoholic beverages per ID per purchase, guests must be 21+.
Both hard and soft-sided coolers/ice chests are banned entirely.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Insulin containers and other medically necessary items are exempted from the general container ban; medical/diaper bags may use ADA/Family entry lanes.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Bag Policy ↗The Lansinoh Nursing Lounge near Section 223 offers gliders, a changing table, outlets, sink, and fridge; mothers aren't required to use it and may nurse in the seating bowl.
Source: The Washington Post ↗Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are welcomed, with accessible entrances, parking, drop-off areas, and ADA seating throughout.
Source: Events DC — Nationals Park Accessibility ↗Regular pets aren't allowed; trained service animals are permitted (not emotional support animals).
Exceptions: ADA-recognized service animals only
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Bag Policy ↗Personal cameras are fine; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and camera lenses over 8 inches are prohibited.
Skateboards are explicitly prohibited; other personal transport devices (e-bikes, scooters, hoverboards) aren't addressed in official materials.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Bag Policy ↗Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles are banned from being brought into or operated at the ballpark.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Nationals Park is a fully non-smoking, tobacco-free facility with no exceptions for marijuana or cannabis products of any kind.
Applies venue-wide despite DC's legalized recreational cannabis status; no venue-specific 'gifting' allowance was found.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Noisemakers not provided by the team, and any brooms/poles/staffs (effectively barring pole-mounted flags/banners), are prohibited.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Weapons of any kind (explicitly including pocket knives), fireworks, self-defense sprays, and toy weapons are prohibited.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Nationals Park is fully non-smoking and tobacco-free throughout, with no exception for e-cigarettes.
Source: MLB.com — Washington Nationals Guest Conduct Policy ↗Nationals Park does not allow re-entry once a guest exits, except at management's discretion for medical emergencies.
Official MLB/Nationals pages returned repeated fetch errors during research; this policy is corroborated by multiple independent sources but not directly confirmed on an official page — verify before publishing if precision matters.
Exceptions: Possible medical emergency exceptions at management discretion
Source: It's Topical (aggregator — used as last resort; official pages returned fetch errors) ↗Only 20 item types have been independently verified for Nationals Park so far.
Not yet verified for Nationals Park: Strollers & Wagons, Chairs & Blankets, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries, Other — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Nationals Park
What is the bag policy and size limit at Nationals Park?
Conditional. Only clear bags up to 16"x16"x8" or small non-clear clutches (5"x7"x3/4") are allowed; backpacks, coolers, and luggage of any kind are banned outright. Third-party BinBox lockers are available outside the ballpark for non-compliant items. Max size: 16"x16"x8" (clear); 5"x7"x3/4" (non-clear clutch). Exceptions: Medical and diaper bags via ADA/Family entry lanes
Are lockers or bag storage available at Nationals Park?
Allowed. Third-party BinBox lockers are available just outside the ballpark for bags that don't meet the size requirements.
What are the parking options and cost at Nationals Park?
Conditional. The Nationals' parking pages weren't fetchable at the URLs tried — secondary sources put official parking at $20-49 depending on lot and game tier (Regular/Prime/Marquee/Diamond), with the closest Lots A/B/C at $40-50 cash and cheaper garages along M Street SE a 10-12 minute walk away. Sourced to secondary parking-guide aggregators, not a first-party fetch — re-verify against the official site (nationals.com/parking) when it becomes fetchable. Lots open 2h15m before first pitch, close 1 hour after the game. Fee: $20-49 by lot/tier (per secondary sources, unconfirmed officially); $40-50 cash (Lots A/B/C, closest).
What is the water bottle policy at Nationals Park?
Conditional. Metal, plastic, or glass containers are barred except clear, factory-sealed plastic water bottles no larger than one liter, one per person. Max quantity: 1 bottle per person, 1 liter max. Exceptions: Insulin containers and baby food/formula containers exempt from the container ban
What is the outside food policy at Nationals Park?
Conditional. Small single-serving outside food items are generally allowed if they fit within the bag policy or can be hand-carried for screening; no large meals or catering. Exceptions: Medically necessary food items (e.g. baby food) exempt
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Nationals Park?
Allowed. Insulin containers and other medically necessary items are exempted from the general container ban; medical/diaper bags may use ADA/Family entry lanes.
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol is completely prohibited; no more than two alcoholic beverages per ID per purchase, guests must be 21+. Max quantity: 2 drinks per ID per purchase.
Is cannabis or marijuana allowed at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Nationals Park is a fully non-smoking, tobacco-free facility with no exceptions for marijuana or cannabis products of any kind. Applies venue-wide despite DC's legalized recreational cannabis status; no venue-specific 'gifting' allowance was found.
Are coolers allowed at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Both hard and soft-sided coolers/ice chests are banned entirely.
Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Nationals Park?
Allowed. The Lansinoh Nursing Lounge near Section 223 offers gliders, a changing table, outlets, sink, and fridge; mothers aren't required to use it and may nurse in the seating bowl.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Nationals Park?
Allowed. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are welcomed, with accessible entrances, parking, drop-off areas, and ADA seating throughout.
Are e-bikes, scooters, or hoverboards allowed at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Skateboards are explicitly prohibited; other personal transport devices (e-bikes, scooters, hoverboards) aren't addressed in official materials.
What is the camera policy at Nationals Park, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Personal cameras are fine; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and camera lenses over 8 inches are prohibited. Max size: Lenses under 8 inches.
Are drones allowed at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Drones and other unmanned aerial vehicles are banned from being brought into or operated at the ballpark.
Are umbrellas allowed at Nationals Park?
Conditional. Non-collapsible umbrellas that won't fit within the allowed bag size (16"x16"x8") are barred; small collapsible umbrellas are permitted. Max size: Must collapse to fit within 16"x16"x8".
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Noisemakers not provided by the team, and any brooms/poles/staffs (effectively barring pole-mounted flags/banners), are prohibited.
What is the weapons policy at Nationals Park?
Not Allowed. Weapons of any kind (explicitly including pocket knives), fireworks, self-defense sprays, and toy weapons are prohibited.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Nationals Park, and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. Nationals Park is fully non-smoking and tobacco-free throughout, with no exception for e-cigarettes.
Are pets or service animals allowed at Nationals Park?
Conditional. Regular pets aren't allowed; trained service animals are permitted (not emotional support animals). Exceptions: ADA-recognized service animals only
Does Nationals Park allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. Nationals Park does not allow re-entry once a guest exits, except at management's discretion for medical emergencies. Official MLB/Nationals pages returned repeated fetch errors during research; this policy is corroborated by multiple independent sources but not directly confirmed on an official page — verify before publishing if precision matters. Exceptions: Possible medical emergency exceptions at management discretion
Is Nationals stadium the same place as Nationals Park?
Yes — Nationals stadium is a former or alternate name for Nationals Park. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Nats park the same place as Nationals Park?
Yes — Nats park is a former or alternate name for Nationals Park. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.