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SHI Stadium

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Stadium & Arena · Piscataway, NJ · Rutgers Scarlet Knights Athletics

Also known as Rutgers Scarlet Knights stadium, Rutgers Stadium, High Point Solutions Stadium.

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Category
Status
Bags & Carried Items
Bags & Backpacks
Conditional

Bags must be clear plastic/vinyl/PVC no larger than roughly 12" x 6" x 12", or a one-gallon clear plastic bag, or a small hand-sized clutch bag; sticks of any kind, including selfie sticks, are barred regardless of bag type.

MAX SIZE
~12" x 6" x 12" (clear bag) or 1-gallon clear bag; hand-sized clutch
Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Bag Storage & Lockers
Allowed

Paid lockers ($12) are available at Athletes Glen, across from both the North Gate (C&D) and South Gate (G&H), for fans who arrive with a non-compliant bag.

FEE
$12
Source: Rutgers Athletics official 2026 "Know Before You Go" page
Strollers & Wagons
Not Allowed

Strollers are explicitly prohibited at SHI Stadium.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Umbrellas
Not Allowed

Umbrellas are not permitted in SHI Stadium, to ensure safety and field visibility for all patrons.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Parking & Arrival
Parking
Conditional

The 2026 official game-day cash rate is $32 per car (tax included) in the general lots; oversized vehicles/RVs/buses are $100/game (Jersey Mike's Arena lot only, first-come). University parking decal holders park free, but only in the Jersey Mike's Arena and College Avenue lots. Lots open 5 hours before kickoff.

FEE
$32/car (general lots); $100 (oversized/RV/bus)
Source: Rutgers Athletics official 2026 "Know Before You Go" page
Food & Drink
Water Bottles
Not Allowed

No explicit separate water-bottle exception exists — water falls under the blanket "no outside food and beverage" rule, with only a medically-necessary exception after inspection.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Outside Food
Not Allowed

Outside food and beverage are barred stadium-wide, with a medical exception checked at designated Guest Services gates.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Alcohol / BYOB
Not Allowed

Outside alcoholic beverages are on the prohibited-items list; alcohol is sold inside instead.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Coolers
Not Allowed

Coolers are explicitly named on the prohibited-items list.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Accessibility & Medical
Medical Supplies & Equipment
Conditional

Medically necessary items (bags, food/drink) are exempted from the bag and food/beverage bans after inspection at Guest Services gates.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies
Allowed

Mamava lactation pods are installed on both the Upper West and Upper East levels of the stadium.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official 2026 "Know Before You Go" page
Wheelchairs & ECVs
Allowed

Standard wheelchair/ECV accommodations are provided: dedicated ADA parking/shuttles, concourse elevators behind Sections 101 and 138, on-site wheelchairs at the Athletes Glen ADA drop-off, and Guest Services staff who provide wheelchair escorts.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official ADA/shuttle information page
Pets & Service Animals
Conditional

No pets are permitted in athletic facilities, with an exception for service dogs/service animals; no breed or documentation requirements are specified.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Electronics & Gear
Cameras & Photo Gear
Conditional

Small non-professional cameras without an external flash or extendable lens are allowed; all sticks, including selfie sticks, are strictly prohibited, and commercial reproduction of recordings requires written consent.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Other Restrictions
Vapes & Smoking
Conditional

Per university regulations, smoking is not permitted in the seating area, bathrooms, or lower/upper concourses.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
Not Allowed

Noisemaking devices, balloons, and laser pointers are all on the prohibited-items list.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Weapons
Not Allowed

Weapons and sticks/poles are explicit prohibited items; all gates use a walk-through Weapons Detection System (no need to empty pockets, with hand-wand secondary screening if flagged).

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page
Re-Entry
Not Allowed

There is no re-entry into SHI Stadium; no pass-outs are allowed, and ticket stubs are not valid for re-entry.

Source: Rutgers Athletics official Football Gameday Policies page

Only 18 item types have been independently verified for SHI Stadium so far.

Not yet verified for SHI Stadium: Cannabis / Marijuana, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards, Drones, Chairs & Blankets, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries, Other — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.

Frequently asked questions about SHI Stadium

What is the bag policy and size limit at SHI Stadium?

Conditional. Bags must be clear plastic/vinyl/PVC no larger than roughly 12" x 6" x 12", or a one-gallon clear plastic bag, or a small hand-sized clutch bag; sticks of any kind, including selfie sticks, are barred regardless of bag type. Max size: ~12" x 6" x 12" (clear bag) or 1-gallon clear bag; hand-sized clutch.

Are lockers or bag storage available at SHI Stadium?

Allowed. Paid lockers ($12) are available at Athletes Glen, across from both the North Gate (C&D) and South Gate (G&H), for fans who arrive with a non-compliant bag. Fee: $12.

What are the parking options and cost at SHI Stadium?

Conditional. The 2026 official game-day cash rate is $32 per car (tax included) in the general lots; oversized vehicles/RVs/buses are $100/game (Jersey Mike's Arena lot only, first-come). University parking decal holders park free, but only in the Jersey Mike's Arena and College Avenue lots. Lots open 5 hours before kickoff. Fee: $32/car (general lots); $100 (oversized/RV/bus).

What is the water bottle policy at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. No explicit separate water-bottle exception exists — water falls under the blanket "no outside food and beverage" rule, with only a medically-necessary exception after inspection.

What is the outside food policy at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Outside food and beverage are barred stadium-wide, with a medical exception checked at designated Guest Services gates.

Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into SHI Stadium?

Conditional. Medically necessary items (bags, food/drink) are exempted from the bag and food/beverage bans after inspection at Guest Services gates.

Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Outside alcoholic beverages are on the prohibited-items list; alcohol is sold inside instead.

Are coolers allowed at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Coolers are explicitly named on the prohibited-items list.

Are strollers and wagons allowed at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Strollers are explicitly prohibited at SHI Stadium.

Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into SHI Stadium?

Allowed. Mamava lactation pods are installed on both the Upper West and Upper East levels of the stadium.

Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at SHI Stadium?

Allowed. Standard wheelchair/ECV accommodations are provided: dedicated ADA parking/shuttles, concourse elevators behind Sections 101 and 138, on-site wheelchairs at the Athletes Glen ADA drop-off, and Guest Services staff who provide wheelchair escorts.

What is the camera policy at SHI Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?

Conditional. Small non-professional cameras without an external flash or extendable lens are allowed; all sticks, including selfie sticks, are strictly prohibited, and commercial reproduction of recordings requires written consent.

Are umbrellas allowed at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Umbrellas are not permitted in SHI Stadium, to ensure safety and field visibility for all patrons.

Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Noisemaking devices, balloons, and laser pointers are all on the prohibited-items list.

What is the weapons policy at SHI Stadium?

Not Allowed. Weapons and sticks/poles are explicit prohibited items; all gates use a walk-through Weapons Detection System (no need to empty pockets, with hand-wand secondary screening if flagged).

Is smoking or vaping allowed at SHI Stadium, and is there a designated area?

Conditional. Per university regulations, smoking is not permitted in the seating area, bathrooms, or lower/upper concourses.

Are pets or service animals allowed at SHI Stadium?

Conditional. No pets are permitted in athletic facilities, with an exception for service dogs/service animals; no breed or documentation requirements are specified.

Does SHI Stadium allow re-entry?

Not Allowed. There is no re-entry into SHI Stadium; no pass-outs are allowed, and ticket stubs are not valid for re-entry.

Is Rutgers Scarlet Knights stadium the same place as SHI Stadium?

Yes — Rutgers Scarlet Knights stadium is a former or alternate name for SHI Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

Is Rutgers Stadium the same place as SHI Stadium?

Yes — Rutgers Stadium is a former or alternate name for SHI Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

Is High Point Solutions Stadium the same place as SHI Stadium?

Yes — High Point Solutions Stadium is a former or alternate name for SHI Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

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