Soldier Field

Conditional. Per the NFL's leaguewide Clear Bag Policy, fans may bring one clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag up to 12"x6"x12" (or a one-gallon clear freezer bag), plus a small non-clear clutch/wallet/wristlet up to 4.5"x6.5", per person. Only one logo is permitted on one side of the clear bag. Non-approved bags (backpacks, purses, camera bags, briefcases, diaper bags, luggage) are prohibited outright. Medical bags/kits are permitted after screening at designated gates 8, 38, and 47. Max size: 12" x 6" x 12" (clear bag); 4.5" x 6.5" (clutch). Max quantity: 1 approved bag per person. Exceptions: Medically necessary bags screened at gates 8, 38, and 47

Conditional. The Museum Campus's main game-day lots (North Garage, Waldron Parking Deck, South Parking Lot) are coupon parking reserved for season ticket holders — the official site wasn't fetchable at the URL tried for general pricing. Secondary sources put prepaid single-game passes (via SoldierFieldParking.com, ParkWhiz, or SpotHero) at $45-50, with gate prices at $55-60. Cash isn't accepted at the main campus lots. Sourced partly to secondary aggregators for the rate figures — re-verify against the official site (soldierfieldparking.com) when it becomes fetchable. Fee: $45-50 prepaid (per secondary sources); $55-60 at the gate.

Not Allowed. Outside beverages, including sealed bottled water, cans, and other containers, are not permitted inside the stadium. "Cans, bottles, or other beverage containers (includes sealed plastic water bottles)" are explicitly listed as prohibited items.

Conditional. Outside food for personal consumption is permitted as long as it fits within an NFL-approved clear bag. "Food for personal consumption is permitted to enter the stadium if the container adheres to NFL Bag Policy." All beverage purchases inside the stadium are cash-free (card/mobile wallet only).

Allowed. Medical bags/kits are acceptable and will be searched at the gate; medically necessary items are exempted from the standard bag-size rules after inspection. Exceptions: Screened at designated gates 8, 38, and 47

Not Allowed. Outside alcohol is strictly prohibited from being carried into the stadium; violators face ejection without refund. Concession alcohol sales are limited to two drinks per purchase/possession at a time, begin two hours before kickoff, and end at the start of the fourth quarter. Sections 148 and 155 (north end zone) are designated "No Alcohol" sections.

Not Allowed. Cannabis/marijuana falls under the stadium's blanket ban on illegal drugs; Illinois' Smoke-Free Act and no-smoking/no-vaping rules also apply regardless of the substance. The official prohibited items list bans "illegal drugs" without naming cannabis specifically; public cannabis consumption remains illegal in Illinois even where personal possession is legal, and the stadium's smoking/vaping ban covers cannabis consumption methods as well.

Not Allowed. Coolers and ice chests, including soft-sided coolers, are explicitly prohibited.

Conditional. Strollers are not permitted in the seating bowl but can be checked at a dedicated stroller check location. Stroller check is at Gate 10/United Club through October, then moves to Gate 8 for the remainder of the season. Wagons are not separately addressed in official materials.

Allowed. A Mamava lactation suite is available at Soldier Field, offering nursing mothers a private space to breastfeed or pump. The suite was installed in partnership between the Chicago Bears and Advocate Health Care (the team's official healthcare partner), debuting at a Bears home opener. First Aid stations (Gate 17 Grand Concourse, West Colonnade Level, and Club Level 300) are cited as an alternate option.

Allowed. A limited number of stadium wheelchairs are available for guests with accessibility needs, and ADA-accessible seating and drop-off are provided. ADA drop-off is located at Gate 14 on the east side and requires a visible placard with the designated occupant present. Courtesy carts are also provided across the Museum Campus parking lots.

Not Allowed. Wheeled footwear, skateboards, hoverboards, and Segways are prohibited.

Conditional. Personal cameras with lenses up to 6 inches when fully extended are allowed; professional cameras, video/recording equipment, and binocular/camera cases are not. "Professional cameras and video recording devices are not permitted" without media credentials, and camera/binocular cases are separately barred (hand-held binoculars without a case are fine). Max size: Lens up to 6" fully extended.

Not Allowed. Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drones) are prohibited from the stadium and surrounding parking lots.

Not Allowed. Umbrellas are listed as a prohibited item.

Conditional. Noise-making devices (horns, whistles, etc.) are prohibited, but flags/banners/signs are permitted if they don't obstruct other guests' views, aren't commercial or offensive, and don't cover official stadium signage.

Conditional. Blankets are permitted, carried in hand or in an approved clear bag; seat cushions with zippered covers, pockets, or flaps are prohibited (approved medical cushions excepted). Exceptions: Approved medical seat cushions

Not Allowed. Weapons and firearms of any kind are not permitted within Soldier Field, the surrounding parkland, or the parking lots; unchecked prohibited weapons are confiscated.

Not Allowed. The Smoke-Free Illinois Act prohibits smoking at Soldier Field for Bears games; e-cigarettes, vaping, and chewing smokeless tobacco are also prohibited, with no re-entry to smoke.

Conditional. Portable phone chargers and power banks are permitted, provided they fit inside an approved clear bag. Response to a fan question via the venue's official account: "Portable chargers and regular phone chargers are permitted." No newer, Bears-specific written policy was found — this is the most direct official confirmation available.

Conditional. Only service animals individually trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability are permitted; emotional support/comfort animals do not qualify under the ADA and are not allowed. Exceptions: ADA-qualifying service animals, entering/exiting via Gate 8

Not Allowed. No re-entries are permitted once a guest has entered the stadium.

Not Allowed. Additional prohibited items include fireworks/smoke bombs, laser pens/pointers, poles of any kind (including selfie sticks), confetti, balloons and beach balls, and aerosol cans (mace, pepper spray, hairspray, etc.).

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

Yes — Chicago Bears stadium is a former or alternate name for Soldier Field. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

Yes — Historic Soldier Field is a former or alternate name for Soldier Field. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.