Northwest Stadium
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Landover, MD · Washington Commanders / NFL
Bags & Backpacks
ConditionalOnly clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 12"x6"x12" or a small non-clear clutch up to 4.5"x6.5" are allowed; a one-gallon clear freezer bag is also permitted.
Backpacks, gym/duffel bags, briefcases, large purses, diaper bags, fanny packs, computer bags, and camera bags are prohibited unless they meet the clear-bag size limit. Medically necessary bags get an exception after inspection at a designated gate.
- Max size
- 12" x 6" x 12" (clear) or 4.5" x 6.5" (clutch, any color)
- Max quantity
- 1 clear bag + 1 small clutch per person
Exceptions: Medically necessary items inspected at a designated gate
Water Bottles
Not AllowedOutside beverages, including bottled water, are not permitted; water fountains are available inside once through security.
All containers (bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.) are listed as prohibited items.
Outside Food
ConditionalOutside food is not permitted, but guests with religious or severe-allergy dietary needs can request an exception letter in advance.
Exception-letter requests must be submitted at least 48 hours before the event via the team's online form; gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and halal options are sold inside.
Exceptions: Approved dietary-needs exception letter (48-hr advance request)
Medical Supplies & Equipment
AllowedMedically necessary items are permitted after proper inspection at a gate designated for that purpose.
Alcohol / BYOB
Not AllowedOutside alcohol is prohibited; alcohol is sold inside only to guests 21+ with valid photo ID, limited to two drinks per purchase.
- Max quantity
- 2 alcoholic drinks per purchase, per person, on concourses
Strollers & Wagons
ConditionalStrollers are prohibited for general admission but are permitted for suite ticket holders; wagons fall under the general prohibited-items rule.
Exceptions: Suite ticket holders may bring strollers
Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies
AllowedDedicated nursing mother's pods for feeding or pumping are located on the Club Level Concourse at Sections 303 and 324.
Wheelchairs & ECVs
AllowedGuests may bring their own wheelchairs, and a limited number of loaner wheelchairs are available first-come, first-served.
Fan Mobile Assistance (FMA) staff at gates/doorways can provide wheelchair assistance throughout the venue; accessible ramps are located at Gates A, D, E, and H.
Cameras & Photo Gear
ConditionalNon-intrusive still and digital cameras are allowed, but cameras with detachable lenses 5 inches or longer, and tripods/monopods/selfie sticks/GoPro-style rigs, are prohibited.
- Max size
- Lenses under 5 inches detachable length
Drones
Not AllowedUnmanned and remote-controlled aircraft systems (drones) are banned.
Umbrellas
Not AllowedUmbrellas are listed as a prohibited item.
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
ConditionalNoisemakers (airhorns, cowbells, whistles, instruments, etc.) are banned; handheld, event-related signs in good taste are allowed if not on a pole/stick exceeding 3'x6" and don't obstruct views.
- Max size
- Signs on poles/sticks up to 3 ft x 6 ft
Chairs & Blankets
Not AllowedFolding chairs are prohibited, as are non-approved seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers.
Official guide does not separately address blankets.
Weapons
Not AllowedWeapons, firearms, illegal drugs, knives, and self-defense spray are banned, including for off-duty law enforcement.
Vapes & Smoking
ConditionalSmoking/vaping is banned in the seating bowl, main concourse, Legends Plaza, portals, tunnels, Gate A ramp, and restrooms, but allowed in designated outdoor areas.
Designated areas include exterior ramps from the second level up, the exterior upper concourse, and smoking decks outside the club level at E Tower.
Costumes & Masks
ConditionalGeneral costumes are not addressed, but Native American–inspired ceremonial headdresses and face paint of any kind are explicitly prohibited.
Power Banks & Batteries
ConditionalBatteries larger than an ordinary cellphone (roughly 3"x6"x1") are prohibited; standard phone-sized power banks are implicitly allowed.
- Max size
- Up to approx. 3" x 6" x 1"
Pets & Service Animals
ConditionalAnimals are prohibited except certified service animals aiding guests with disabilities.
Exceptions: Certified service animals
Re-Entry
Not AllowedOnce a guest exits the stadium there is no re-admission, except on a full, unused ticket for that day's event.
Exceptions: Full unused ticket for that day's event
Other
Not AllowedAlso prohibited: tablets, gaming consoles, LED lights/laser pointers, aerosol cans, and footballs (unless deflated).
Only 21 item types have been independently verified for Northwest Stadium so far.
Not yet verified for Northwest Stadium: Cannabis / Marijuana, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Northwest Stadium
What is the bag policy and size limit at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Only clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bags up to 12"x6"x12" or a small non-clear clutch up to 4.5"x6.5" are allowed; a one-gallon clear freezer bag is also permitted. Backpacks, gym/duffel bags, briefcases, large purses, diaper bags, fanny packs, computer bags, and camera bags are prohibited unless they meet the clear-bag size limit. Medically necessary bags get an exception after inspection at a designated gate. Max size: 12" x 6" x 12" (clear) or 4.5" x 6.5" (clutch, any color). Max quantity: 1 clear bag + 1 small clutch per person. Exceptions: Medically necessary items inspected at a designated gate
What is the water bottle policy at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside beverages, including bottled water, are not permitted; water fountains are available inside once through security. All containers (bottles, jugs, thermoses, cans, coolers, etc.) are listed as prohibited items.
What is the outside food policy at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Outside food is not permitted, but guests with religious or severe-allergy dietary needs can request an exception letter in advance. Exception-letter requests must be submitted at least 48 hours before the event via the team's online form; gluten-free, vegetarian, vegan, and halal options are sold inside. Exceptions: Approved dietary-needs exception letter (48-hr advance request)
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Northwest Stadium?
Allowed. Medically necessary items are permitted after proper inspection at a gate designated for that purpose.
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Outside alcohol is prohibited; alcohol is sold inside only to guests 21+ with valid photo ID, limited to two drinks per purchase. Max quantity: 2 alcoholic drinks per purchase, per person, on concourses.
Are coolers allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Coolers of any kind are prohibited.
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Strollers are prohibited for general admission but are permitted for suite ticket holders; wagons fall under the general prohibited-items rule. Exceptions: Suite ticket holders may bring strollers
Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Northwest Stadium?
Allowed. Dedicated nursing mother's pods for feeding or pumping are located on the Club Level Concourse at Sections 303 and 324.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Allowed. Guests may bring their own wheelchairs, and a limited number of loaner wheelchairs are available first-come, first-served. Fan Mobile Assistance (FMA) staff at gates/doorways can provide wheelchair assistance throughout the venue; accessible ramps are located at Gates A, D, E, and H.
What is the camera policy at Northwest Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Non-intrusive still and digital cameras are allowed, but cameras with detachable lenses 5 inches or longer, and tripods/monopods/selfie sticks/GoPro-style rigs, are prohibited. Max size: Lenses under 5 inches detachable length.
Are drones allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Unmanned and remote-controlled aircraft systems (drones) are banned.
Are umbrellas allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Umbrellas are listed as a prohibited item.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Noisemakers (airhorns, cowbells, whistles, instruments, etc.) are banned; handheld, event-related signs in good taste are allowed if not on a pole/stick exceeding 3'x6" and don't obstruct views. Max size: Signs on poles/sticks up to 3 ft x 6 ft.
Are chairs and blankets allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Folding chairs are prohibited, as are non-approved seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers. Official guide does not separately address blankets.
What is the weapons policy at Northwest Stadium?
Not Allowed. Weapons, firearms, illegal drugs, knives, and self-defense spray are banned, including for off-duty law enforcement.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Northwest Stadium, and is there a designated area?
Conditional. Smoking/vaping is banned in the seating bowl, main concourse, Legends Plaza, portals, tunnels, Gate A ramp, and restrooms, but allowed in designated outdoor areas. Designated areas include exterior ramps from the second level up, the exterior upper concourse, and smoking decks outside the club level at E Tower.
Are costumes and masks allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. General costumes are not addressed, but Native American–inspired ceremonial headdresses and face paint of any kind are explicitly prohibited.
Can I bring a power bank or portable charger into Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Batteries larger than an ordinary cellphone (roughly 3"x6"x1") are prohibited; standard phone-sized power banks are implicitly allowed. Max size: Up to approx. 3" x 6" x 1".
Are pets or service animals allowed at Northwest Stadium?
Conditional. Animals are prohibited except certified service animals aiding guests with disabilities. Exceptions: Certified service animals
Does Northwest Stadium allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. Once a guest exits the stadium there is no re-admission, except on a full, unused ticket for that day's event. Exceptions: Full unused ticket for that day's event
What else should I know about Northwest Stadium's policies?
Not Allowed. Also prohibited: tablets, gaming consoles, LED lights/laser pointers, aerosol cans, and footballs (unless deflated).