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Williams-Brice Stadium

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Stadium & Arena · Columbia, SC · South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics

Also known as South Carolina Gamecocks stadium, USC stadium (South Carolina).

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Category
Status
Bags & Carried Items
Bags & Backpacks
Conditional

Only clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" (or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag) plus one small non-clear clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed; backpacks, purses, briefcases, fanny packs, and similar bags are prohibited.

MAX SIZE
12" x 6" x 12" clear bag (logo up to 4.5" x 3.4", trim/border up to 2"); clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5"

Exceptions: Medically necessary bags/equipment are permitted after inspection and security tagging at West Premium Gate 21 or East Gate 81

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Clear Bag Policy
Chairs & Blankets
Conditional

Blankets may be carried in without being enclosed in a bag, but seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers (and personal seatbacks with armrests) are prohibited.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Clear Bag Policy / Football Gameday Information (Prohibited Items)
Strollers & Wagons
Not Allowed
Food & Drink
Water Bottles
Conditional

One empty clear plastic bottle or one sealed clear plastic disposable water bottle is allowed per person; glass bottles are banned and free refill stations are available inside.

MAX QTY
1 bottle per person
Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Heat Management Plan)
Outside Food
Not Allowed
Alcohol / BYOB
Not Allowed

Bringing in your own alcohol is expressly prohibited, though beer and wine are sold inside (buyers carded, limited to two per purchase, sales end after the third quarter).

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Alcohol)
Coolers
Not Allowed

Coolers, thermoses, cups, cans, and flasks are listed prohibited items.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Prohibited Items)
Accessibility & Medical
Medical Supplies & Equipment
Conditional

Medically necessary items or bags are allowed but must be inspected and tagged by security at West Premium Gate 21 or East Gate 81.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Clear Bag Policy
Breast Pumps & Nursing Supplies
Allowed

Nursing mothers with breast pumps may enter through any gate or through dedicated medical gates (Gates 20 and 81) and can use one of seven first-aid rooms around the stadium as nursing rooms.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Nursing Rooms)
Wheelchairs & ECVs
Allowed

Wheelchair-accessible seating and elevators are available throughout the stadium; fans can arrange accessible seating in advance through the Ticket Office.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Disabled Services / Stadium Elevators)
Pets & Service Animals
Conditional
Electronics & Gear
Cameras & Photo Gear
Conditional

Handheld cameras and binoculars are allowed, but video cameras, tripods, other recording devices, detachable camera lenses over 6 inches, and selfie sticks are prohibited.

MAX SIZE
Detachable camera lenses must be 6 inches or shorter
Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Prohibited Items)
Drones
Not Allowed

Drones/unmanned aircraft are banned on all university-controlled property, with an FAA flight restriction within 3 nautical miles and 3,000 feet of the stadium from one hour before to one hour after the game.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Aircraft & Drones)
Other Restrictions
Costumes & Masks
Conditional
Other
Conditional

All guests consent to a search of their person and property upon entry and must pass through metal detectors as part of standard security screening.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Security)
Cannabis / Marijuana
Not Allowed

Not addressed by name, but 'Illegal drugs' is a listed prohibited item, which covers cannabis/marijuana under South Carolina law.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Prohibited Items)
Noisemakers, Flags & Banners
Not Allowed

Artificial noisemakers, flags/flagpoles, unauthorized banners or posters, and pom-poms/shakers with stick handles are all prohibited and subject to confiscation.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Prohibited Items)
Weapons
Not Allowed
Vapes & Smoking
Not Allowed

The University of South Carolina is a tobacco-free campus, a ban that explicitly includes electronic cigarettes and applies throughout Williams-Brice Stadium.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Tobacco)
Re-Entry
Not Allowed

Williams-Brice Stadium has a no re-entry policy; tickets can only be scanned for entry once.

Source: South Carolina Gamecocks Athletics – Football Gameday Information (Stadium Gates)

Only 21 item types have been independently verified for Williams-Brice Stadium so far.

Not yet verified for Williams-Brice Stadium: Bag Storage & Lockers, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.

Frequently asked questions about Williams-Brice Stadium

What is the bag policy and size limit at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. Only clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12" (or a one-gallon clear plastic freezer bag) plus one small non-clear clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed; backpacks, purses, briefcases, fanny packs, and similar bags are prohibited. Max size: 12" x 6" x 12" clear bag (logo up to 4.5" x 3.4", trim/border up to 2"); clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5". Exceptions: Medically necessary bags/equipment are permitted after inspection and security tagging at West Premium Gate 21 or East Gate 81

What is the water bottle policy at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. One empty clear plastic bottle or one sealed clear plastic disposable water bottle is allowed per person; glass bottles are banned and free refill stations are available inside. Max quantity: 1 bottle per person.

What is the outside food policy at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Outside food of any kind is a listed prohibited item.

Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. Medically necessary items or bags are allowed but must be inspected and tagged by security at West Premium Gate 21 or East Gate 81.

Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Bringing in your own alcohol is expressly prohibited, though beer and wine are sold inside (buyers carded, limited to two per purchase, sales end after the third quarter).

Is cannabis or marijuana allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Not addressed by name, but 'Illegal drugs' is a listed prohibited item, which covers cannabis/marijuana under South Carolina law.

Are coolers allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Coolers, thermoses, cups, cans, and flasks are listed prohibited items.

Are strollers and wagons allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Strollers are a listed prohibited item.

Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Williams-Brice Stadium?

Allowed. Nursing mothers with breast pumps may enter through any gate or through dedicated medical gates (Gates 20 and 81) and can use one of seven first-aid rooms around the stadium as nursing rooms.

Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Allowed. Wheelchair-accessible seating and elevators are available throughout the stadium; fans can arrange accessible seating in advance through the Ticket Office.

What is the camera policy at Williams-Brice Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?

Conditional. Handheld cameras and binoculars are allowed, but video cameras, tripods, other recording devices, detachable camera lenses over 6 inches, and selfie sticks are prohibited. Max size: Detachable camera lenses must be 6 inches or shorter.

Are drones allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Drones/unmanned aircraft are banned on all university-controlled property, with an FAA flight restriction within 3 nautical miles and 3,000 feet of the stadium from one hour before to one hour after the game.

Are umbrellas allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Umbrellas are a listed prohibited item.

Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Artificial noisemakers, flags/flagpoles, unauthorized banners or posters, and pom-poms/shakers with stick handles are all prohibited and subject to confiscation.

Are chairs and blankets allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. Blankets may be carried in without being enclosed in a bag, but seat cushions with pockets, zippers, compartments, or covers (and personal seatbacks with armrests) are prohibited.

What is the weapons policy at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Not Allowed. Weapons, concealed weapons, and mace/pepper spray are prohibited.

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

Not Allowed. The University of South Carolina is a tobacco-free campus, a ban that explicitly includes electronic cigarettes and applies throughout Williams-Brice Stadium.

Are costumes and masks allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. Non-approved face coverings are not permitted into the stadium.

Are pets or service animals allowed at Williams-Brice Stadium?

Conditional. Animals are prohibited except for service animals.

Does Williams-Brice Stadium allow re-entry?

Not Allowed. Williams-Brice Stadium has a no re-entry policy; tickets can only be scanned for entry once.

What else should I know about Williams-Brice Stadium's policies?

Conditional. All guests consent to a search of their person and property upon entry and must pass through metal detectors as part of standard security screening.

Is South Carolina Gamecocks stadium the same place as Williams-Brice Stadium?

Yes — South Carolina Gamecocks stadium is a former or alternate name for Williams-Brice Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

Is USC stadium (South Carolina) the same place as Williams-Brice Stadium?

Yes — USC stadium (South Carolina) is a former or alternate name for Williams-Brice Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.

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