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Ross-Ade Stadium

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Stadium & Arena · West Lafayette, IN · Purdue Boilermakers Athletics

Also known as Purdue Boilermakers stadium, Purdue stadium.

Official venue site ↗
Category
Status
Bags & Carried Items
Bags & Backpacks
Conditional

One clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or one 1-gallon clear plastic Ziploc-style bag, or one non-clear clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5" is allowed; backpacks, fanny packs, purses, oversized totes, and binocular cases are banned.

MAX SIZE
12" x 6" x 12" clear bag, or 1-gallon clear Ziploc-style bag, or 4.5" x 6.5" clutch
Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Clear Bag Policy / Prohibited Items ↗
Strollers & Wagons
Not Allowed

Strollers are explicitly banned; wagons are not addressed on any official page found.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Umbrellas
Not Allowed

Umbrellas are strictly prohibited inside Ross-Ade Stadium.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Parking & Arrival
Parking
Conditional

Secondary sources put IM-fields pay-lot parking (Goldfields, Black, North) at $20 cash, and two campus parking garages (University Street, Northwestern Avenue) open to the public on gamedays for $10 — this wasn't independently confirmed from a first-party fetch for this entry. Parking is free about a mile away on foot.

RV4 (general public) is $40, with an additional $20 for a trailer or towed vehicle. Sourced to secondary parking-guide aggregators — re-verify against the official site (purduesports.com/parking-shuttles) when convenient.

FEE
$20 IM-fields lots (per secondary sources, unconfirmed officially); $10 campus garages; $40 RV4 (+$20 trailer)
Source: Purdue Stadium (Ross-Ade) info page; rate per Purdue's own newsroom 2017 garage-pricing release and current secondary listings ↗
Food & Drink
Water Bottles
Allowed

One sealed, disposable water bottle up to 20 oz. is permitted.

MAX QTY
1 bottle, up to 20 oz.
Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Outside Food
Not Allowed

Outside food and drinks are listed among prohibited items, with no stated exception besides the 20 oz. water allowance.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Clear Bag Policy / Prohibited Items ↗
Alcohol / BYOB
Not Allowed

Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be brought into the stadium; in-stadium sales are available with valid ID, limited to 2 drinks per purchase, sales ending after the 3rd quarter.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Accessibility & Medical
Medical Supplies & Equipment
Conditional

Medical bags are accepted at all entrances after inspection; at Ross-Ade specifically, medical bags require a tag and must enter through Gates A, EE, GG, or the Pavilion only.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies
Allowed

A nursing pod provided by Riley Children's Hospital is available on the concourse near Section 126, accessed by code; family restrooms are located near Sections 102, 108, 111, 119, and 125.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - 2025 Ross-Ade Stadium Updates & Reminders ↗
Wheelchairs & ECVs
Allowed

Wheelchairs and mobility devices are permitted; a courtesy golf-cart shuttle service is available for limited-mobility fans from H/O lots, running from 3 hours before kickoff to about 1 hour after the game.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - FB ADA Courtesy Cart Service ↗
Pets & Service Animals
Conditional

Animals are prohibited inside the stadium except service dogs and service miniature horses; emotional support animals are not allowed.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Electronics & Gear
Cameras & Photo Gear
Conditional

Still cameras for personal use are allowed; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and lenses longer than 6 inches are prohibited, and video recording is prohibited.

MAX SIZE
Camera lens: 6 inches maximum
Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards
Not Allowed

Golf carts, mopeds, scooters, ATVs, hoverboards, and other custom motorized vehicles are not permitted on campus unless authorized by Purdue Athletics or the Purdue Police Department.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Parking and Tailgating Policies ↗
Drones
Not Allowed

Drone operation near people or in any open stadium with a seating capacity over 30,000 is prohibited within one hour before or after a scheduled event, per federal FAA-type restrictions reiterated on Purdue's own prohibited-items page.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Clear Bag Policy / Prohibited Items ↗
Other Restrictions
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
Conditional

Noisemakers/irritants and strobe lights are banned outright; signs must be smaller than 12" x 12" and cannot be on a pole or contain offensive content, and large signs, flags, or banners are prohibited.

MAX SIZE
Signs: smaller than 12" x 12", no pole
Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Other
Conditional

Also prohibited: cans, glass bottles, binocular cases, shakers, and strobe lights, along with objects that interfere with other patrons' comfort or view; the venue is 100% cashless.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Clear Bag Policy / Prohibited Items ↗
Cannabis / Marijuana
Not Allowed

Purdue's general conduct regulations prohibit use, possession, or distribution of narcotics or dangerous drugs except as expressly permitted by Indiana law, and explicitly ban medical marijuana on campus even if legally prescribed elsewhere; Indiana has no medical or recreational cannabis program.

Source: Purdue University - Regulations (Alcohol and Other Drugs) ↗
Weapons
Not Allowed

Purdue's facilities-use policy bans possession, fabrication, use, or distribution of any explosives, guns, or other deadly or dangerous materials or weapons at university facilities absent specific authorization; unlike states with a legislated campus-carry mandate, Indiana leaves the decision to each public institution, and Purdue independently prohibits weapons campus-wide, including at athletics facilities.

Source: Purdue University Police Department - Weapons Possession on Campus ↗
Vapes & Smoking
Not Allowed

Ross-Ade Stadium is a smoke-free facility, covering cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, hookah, smokeless products, pipes, and other nicotine-delivery products, with violators subject to ejection.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗
Re-Entry
Not Allowed

Guests are not permitted to re-enter Ross-Ade Stadium once they leave.

Source: Purdue Athletics (PurdueSports.com) - Football Gameday Policies ↗

Only 21 item types have been independently verified for Ross-Ade Stadium so far.

Not yet verified for Ross-Ade Stadium: Bag Storage & Lockers, Chairs & Blankets, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.

Frequently asked questions about Ross-Ade Stadium

What is the bag policy and size limit at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Conditional. One clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or one 1-gallon clear plastic Ziploc-style bag, or one non-clear clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5" is allowed; backpacks, fanny packs, purses, oversized totes, and binocular cases are banned. Max size: 12" x 6" x 12" clear bag, or 1-gallon clear Ziploc-style bag, or 4.5" x 6.5" clutch.

What are the parking options and cost at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Conditional. Secondary sources put IM-fields pay-lot parking (Goldfields, Black, North) at $20 cash, and two campus parking garages (University Street, Northwestern Avenue) open to the public on gamedays for $10 — this wasn't independently confirmed from a first-party fetch for this entry. Parking is free about a mile away on foot. RV4 (general public) is $40, with an additional $20 for a trailer or towed vehicle. Sourced to secondary parking-guide aggregators — re-verify against the official site (purduesports.com/parking-shuttles) when convenient. Fee: $20 IM-fields lots (per secondary sources, unconfirmed officially); $10 campus garages; $40 RV4 (+$20 trailer).

What is the water bottle policy at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Allowed. One sealed, disposable water bottle up to 20 oz. is permitted. Max quantity: 1 bottle, up to 20 oz..

What is the outside food policy at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Outside food and drinks are listed among prohibited items, with no stated exception besides the 20 oz. water allowance.

Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Ross-Ade Stadium?

Conditional. Medical bags are accepted at all entrances after inspection; at Ross-Ade specifically, medical bags require a tag and must enter through Gates A, EE, GG, or the Pavilion only.

Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted to be brought into the stadium; in-stadium sales are available with valid ID, limited to 2 drinks per purchase, sales ending after the 3rd quarter.

Is cannabis or marijuana allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Purdue's general conduct regulations prohibit use, possession, or distribution of narcotics or dangerous drugs except as expressly permitted by Indiana law, and explicitly ban medical marijuana on campus even if legally prescribed elsewhere; Indiana has no medical or recreational cannabis program.

Are coolers allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Coolers are explicitly prohibited.

Are strollers and wagons allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Strollers are explicitly banned; wagons are not addressed on any official page found.

Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Ross-Ade Stadium?

Allowed. A nursing pod provided by Riley Children's Hospital is available on the concourse near Section 126, accessed by code; family restrooms are located near Sections 102, 108, 111, 119, and 125.

Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Allowed. Wheelchairs and mobility devices are permitted; a courtesy golf-cart shuttle service is available for limited-mobility fans from H/O lots, running from 3 hours before kickoff to about 1 hour after the game.

Are e-bikes, scooters, or hoverboards allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Golf carts, mopeds, scooters, ATVs, hoverboards, and other custom motorized vehicles are not permitted on campus unless authorized by Purdue Athletics or the Purdue Police Department.

What is the camera policy at Ross-Ade Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?

Conditional. Still cameras for personal use are allowed; tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, and lenses longer than 6 inches are prohibited, and video recording is prohibited. Max size: Camera lens: 6 inches maximum.

Are drones allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Drone operation near people or in any open stadium with a seating capacity over 30,000 is prohibited within one hour before or after a scheduled event, per federal FAA-type restrictions reiterated on Purdue's own prohibited-items page.

Are umbrellas allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Umbrellas are strictly prohibited inside Ross-Ade Stadium.

Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Conditional. Noisemakers/irritants and strobe lights are banned outright; signs must be smaller than 12" x 12" and cannot be on a pole or contain offensive content, and large signs, flags, or banners are prohibited. Max size: Signs: smaller than 12" x 12", no pole.

What is the weapons policy at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Not Allowed. Purdue's facilities-use policy bans possession, fabrication, use, or distribution of any explosives, guns, or other deadly or dangerous materials or weapons at university facilities absent specific authorization; unlike states with a legislated campus-carry mandate, Indiana leaves the decision to each public institution, and Purdue independently prohibits weapons campus-wide, including at athletics facilities.

Is smoking or vaping allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium, and is there a designated area?

Not Allowed. Ross-Ade Stadium is a smoke-free facility, covering cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, cigarillos, hookah, smokeless products, pipes, and other nicotine-delivery products, with violators subject to ejection.

Are pets or service animals allowed at Ross-Ade Stadium?

Conditional. Animals are prohibited inside the stadium except service dogs and service miniature horses; emotional support animals are not allowed.

Does Ross-Ade Stadium allow re-entry?

Not Allowed. Guests are not permitted to re-enter Ross-Ade Stadium once they leave.

What else should I know about Ross-Ade Stadium's policies?

Conditional. Also prohibited: cans, glass bottles, binocular cases, shakers, and strobe lights, along with objects that interfere with other patrons' comfort or view; the venue is 100% cashless.

Is Purdue Boilermakers stadium the same place as Ross-Ade Stadium?

Yes — Purdue Boilermakers stadium is a former or alternate name for Ross-Ade Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

Is Purdue stadium the same place as Ross-Ade Stadium?

Yes — Purdue stadium is a former or alternate name for Ross-Ade Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

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