Stadium Rules

Fan Code of Conduct

Rogers Centre is committed to creating a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable experience for all fans. The stadium is committed to ensuring that:

  • fans have the opportunity to enjoy their Rogers Centre experience free from foul/abusive/derogatory language and behaviour, including obscene gestures and betting-related speech and behaviour, whether or not directed specifically at other fans, or at players, officials or staff;
  • fans refrain from displays of affection that are inappropriate in a public family setting;
  • costumes, clothing and accessories that are inappropriate, unlawful, indecent, obstructive, disparaging, offensive, objectionable or intended to draw attention to international, political or other similar events, causes or conflicts are not permitted to detract from the experience of other fans;
  • fans possess a valid game ticket and enjoy the game / event from their ticketed seat or standing area;
  • the progress of the game/event is not disrupted by fans’ actions or by unauthorized persons entering the playing field/event area or restricted areas; and
  • fans consume alcoholic beverages in a responsible manner. Intervention with an impaired or intoxicated fan will be handled in a prompt and safe manner.

* Failure of fans to adhere to these policies may result in the denial of admission to or immediate removal from the stadium without refund

Alcohol

The Toronto Blue Jays, Rogers Centre and ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment are committed to promoting and ensuring responsible alcoholic beverage sales and use. All servers within Rogers Centre are SMART Serve certified. Our goal is to create a safe, enjoyable and family-friendly environment where alcohol service and consumption is managed thoroughly.

Alcoholic beverages can only be purchased from authorized vendors once inside Rogers Centre and fans may not bring in or leave the facility with any alcohol. All fans that appear to be 30 years of age or younger will be asked to provide proof of age for each transaction. Upon request for proof of age, fans must produce a valid form of photo identification.

Fans may have no more than two (2) alcoholic beverages in their possession at any time. In-seat hawkers, and drinks containing two (2) oz or more of alcohol, are restricted to serving only one (1) alcoholic beverage per fan. Alcohol service in all concession stands, TD Executive Suites and TD Clubhouse will conclude at the end of the seventh (7th) inning. The Toronto Blue Jays, Rogers Centre and its concessionaire ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment reserve the right to discontinue alcohol service for fans at any time.

Fans found with unauthorized alcohol can have their ticket confiscated and be removed from Rogers Centre without compensation.

The following may also result in your ejection from Rogers Centre and/or possible prosecution:

  • Attempting to use fraudulent identification
  • Public intoxication
  • Purchasing alcohol for a minor
  • A minor attempting to purchase or found to be in possession of alcohol
  • Anyone found in possession of alcohol after being given a warning not consume or purchase any

Bags - Toronto Blue Jays Game

In order to expedite entry into the stadium and to reduce touchpoints between fans and staff, fans are discouraged from bringing bags into the stadium. However, soft-sided bags such as diaper bags, medical bags and small purses/knapsacks are permitted, whereas hard-sided cooler bags and containers are not. In accordance with Major League Baseball security regulations, any bag larger than 16 inches by 16 inches by 8 inches will not be permitted into Rogers Centre. All bags will be thoroughly inspected before they are allowed inside the stadium. MLB-approved bins will be used at inspection points, and bags and their contents must fit without assistance, modification or adjustment.

To ensure fan safety, the Toronto Blue Jays reserve the right to inspect any bags or articles prior to entry into Rogers Centre and may refuse admittance of any item(s) deemed hazardous, inappropriate, offensive or suspicious. We would encourage all of our fans to refrain from bringing bags to the stadium since inspecting these items will only delay admittance.

No bag storage is available at the ballpark.

Bags - Rogers Centre Events/Other

Bag policy for Rogers Centre Events will vary from event to event, please refer to event notes for more information pertaining to that specific event.

Banners and Signs

The Toronto Blue Jays encourage fans to show their team pride and welcome support demonstrated through homemade banners and signs. Fans are welcome to bring banners to Rogers Centre provided they do not interfere with the game, your fellow fans' enjoyment of the game or carry disparaging, commercial, political or obscene messages. Banners cannot block or cover current building signage.

Bottles/Cans

Plastic bottles and/or cans holding 600ml or less of non-alcoholic beverages are permitted into Rogers Centre. Fans are strictly prohibited from bringing in outside alcohol inside Rogers Centre. Plastic bottles holding more than 600ml and glass bottles are prohibited. Metal and glass bottles are also prohibited.

Fans will be asked to remove tops from a bottle(s) or open can(s) prior to entry into the stadium.

Cameras - Toronto Blue Jays Game

The Toronto Blue Jays welcome cameras and iPads/Tablets for the purposes of still photography, provided their use does not interfere with other fans' enjoyment of the game. Professional cameras with detachable lens' that is longer that 3" in size, body mounts/mono-pods/tripods/selfie-sticks and audio/video equipment are not permitted.

Video cameras are permitted inside the facility for Toronto Blue Jays games but recording of any game footage is strictly prohibited. The Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre reserve the right to request that fans discontinue filming or taking pictures on Rogers Centre property.

All fans entering the stadium are subject to a search by our Security Team prior to entry. All camera equipment will be inspected accordingly. The Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre are not responsible for lost or stolen belongings. As such, we ask that fans not leave equipment unattended.

Cameras - Rogers Centre Events/Other

Rogers Centre welcome cameras for personal use for the purpose of still photography. We ask that your camera does not interfere with another fans' enjoyment of the event. Professional cameras with detachable lens' that is longer that 3" in size, body mounts/mono-pods/tripods/selfie-sticks and audio/video equipment are not permitted. Video cameras, iPads or filming of the event are prohibited, any recording may result in being ejected from the stadium.

All fans entering the stadium are subject to a search by our Security Team prior to entry. All camera equipment will be inspected accordingly. The Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre are not responsible for lost or stolen belongings. As such, we ask that fans not leave equipment unattended.

*Restrictions may vary from event to event.

SEE ROGERS CENTRE EVENTS

Dress Code/Offensive Clothing/Costumes

Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. We reserve the right to deny admission to or remove any person wearing any clothing /costume that we consider inappropriate or that could detract from the experience of other fans.

  • Mascot costumes and apparel are not permitted;
  • Costumes, clothing and accessories may not contain messages, graphics or other content that may be distracting, commercial, political, or intended to draw attention to international, political or other similar events, causes or conflicts; and
  • Costumes, clothing and accessories must be family-friendly, and may not be obstructive, offensive, disparaging, unlawful or otherwise objectionable or inappropriate

Fans who do not adhere to these guidelines may be refused entry into, and/or removed from Rogers Centre unless his or her attire/costume can be modified to meet the above standards.

Fan Assist

Fans are invited to make use of the Rogers Centre Fan Assist Program if they have an issue in their seating section or a question related to their experience. The process is quick and simple and by using the Fan Assist Program, fans are able to report issues in a discreet and convenient manner. Simply send us a text to (647) 559-0060 using your mobile phone - please include your issue or question and seating section, row and seat number. Operators are standing by and participation in our service is free of charge; however, standard carrier text messaging & data charges will apply. Please note: cell phone numbers that repeatedly send messages which are deemed fraudulent or irrelevant may be prevented from communicating in the future.

Fan Interference

For the safety and enjoyment of all, fans are reminded not to interfere with a ball in play or a player during a game. Those who fail to follow this policy may be subject to immediate ejection from Rogers Centre and forfeit the ball. Fans are welcome to keep any ball landing in seating sections as long as they do not interfere with the safety and concern of others.

Foul Balls, Homerun Balls & Bats

All fans are asked to stay alert throughout the game for foul balls or bats that might leave the playing area. Fans are permitted to keep any foul and home run balls that are hit into the seats, but are asked to be cautious and courteous to others when collecting a ball. Bats entering the stands must be returned if requested by the Blue Jays or visiting team. Fans are prohibited from throwing balls back onto the field. Violators are subject to ejection and possible arrest. Any fan that interferes with a ball in play or the game in any way is subject to ejection from the ballpark and/or criminal prosecution.

In/Out Privileges

Security reasons preclude Rogers Centre from allowing in/out privileges to individuals who choose to leave the building. Exceptions can be made in special circumstances through our fan service locations. In these situations, a Security supervisor will be called in to assist with your need.

Inline Skates/Hoverboards/Skateboards/Scooters

Fans are encouraged to try various modes of transportation to travel to Rogers Centre. Inline skating to the stadium can be a convenient, healthy alternative. However, inline skates, hoverboards, skateboards, scooters are prohibited from being used inside Rogers Centre. Fans may check these items at the gate when entering. Additionally, skating on "Heelies" is prohibited within Rogers Centre.

Noisemakers

Musical instruments and any type of noise-making devices are prohibited inside Rogers Centre. Any exceptions will be at the discretion of Rogers Centre and the Toronto Blue Jays.

Objects Thrown in Seating Area

For obvious safety concerns, fans are not permitted to throw any objects around or within the Rogers Centre seating areas (e.g., baseballs, beach balls, shoes, seat cushions, hats, food, drinks, ice, coins, etc). Failure to adhere to this policy may result in ejection from the stadium.

Prohibited Items

The Toronto Blue Jays and Rogers Centre make every effort to accommodate fans as much as possible when it comes to allowing items that will enhance their experience while inside the stadium. However, the following items are prohibited at Rogers Centre:

  • Large handbags, knapsacks etc. exceeding 16" x 16" x 8"
  • Hard-sided coolers
  • Cameras with detachable lens' and/or larger than 3" in size
  • Alcohol beverages and/or illegal drugs
  • Sticks (including signs attached to a stick), golf ball retrievers
  • Selfie-sticks and/or retractable poles or devices
  • Laser pens
  • Pressurized air horns
  • Glass bottles
  • Plastic bottles or cans larger than 600ml
  • Projectiles that can cause injury or disruption during a game or event
  • Frisbees, beach balls or other inflatable objects
  • Brooms
  • Weapons and/or knives (including pocket knives)
  • Fireworks and any other illegal substances
  • Squirt guns
  • Stools or folding/collapsible chairs
  • Full costume face masks that conceal a person's face
  • Oversized costumes, mascot apparel
  • Gang colours/clothing
  • Costumes, clothing and accessories that are inappropriate, unlawful, indecent, obstructive, disparaging, offensive, objectionable or intended to draw attention to international, political or other similar events, causes or conflicts are not permitted to detract from the experience of other fans
  • Noisemakers

Please note: For the safety and comfort of all fans, Rogers Centre may prohibit any other item/s deemed to be a security risk.

Railings

For the safety of everyone at the ballpark, fans are asked to refrain from sitting, standing, leaning or draping items on stadium railings.

Smoking Regulations

Since January 2006, Rogers Centre has been a smoke-free environment, in compliance with the Province of Ontario's Smoke-Free Ontario Act. Smoking is not permitted at any level in the building. This includes the use of any vapour or electronic cigarettes. Security issues preclude us from allowing fans back into the building if they choose to exit. Those leaving the facility to smoke will not be permitted re-entry to the stadium.

Solicitation and Distribution of Literature

Fans are prohibited from distributing banners, booklets, business cards, circulars, commercial advertising, flyers, folders, handballs, leaflets, notices, pamphlets, posters, stickers or any other written, printed and/or painted materials, without advance written permission from Rogers Centre and the Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Club.

Stadium Rules/Standard of Conduct

Copies of the Stadium Rules and Standards of Conduct are posted in a variety of locations throughout Rogers Centre (including in proximity to building entrances). The text of the current policy (in place since 2008) is as follows:

A valid ticket must be produced upon entry to Rogers Centre (the “Stadium”) and at any time thereafter upon request. Rogers Blue Jays Baseball Partnership (the “Blue Jays”) and/or Rogers Stadium Limited Partnership (“RSLP” and, collectively with the Blue Jays, the “Management”) reserves the right, without compensation or refund of admission price, to refuse any person admission to the Stadium, or to remove such person from the Stadium if, in the opinion of the Management, (A) the person’s ticket is not valid, or (B) if the person brings into the Stadium any restricted items, including, without limitation: alcohol; illegal drugs; chemicals; bottles; cans; weapons of any kind; animals (other than as allowed under the current Stadium guide dog, service animal, and support animal policies available at www.bluejays.com/accessibility); large bags, knapsacks, soft-sided coolers or briefcases; or hard-sided coolers (list of restricted items subject to change at any time in the discretion of the Management). Each person wishing to enter the Stadium consents to Management’s reasonable search of their person and belongings, including by use of metal detectors, hand wands, and/or physical pat down.

The Management is committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable experience for all fans at the Stadium. The Management will not tolerate the use of offensive language concerning another person’s race, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, or national origin (“Derogatory Language”) by any person. The Management reserves the right to remove a person from the Stadium who uses Derogatory Language or uses language or exhibits conduct which, in the opinion of Management, is abusive, illegal, or objectionable or might otherwise interfere with the reasonable enjoyment of others, including, but not limited to, the making of obscene gestures, displays of affection that are inappropriate in a public family setting, the wearing of indecent or inappropriate clothing, the consumption of alcohol in an irresponsible manner, betting-related speech and behavior, and/or entering the field/event area/dugout roofs or other non-ticketed areas. If you encounter or observe any incident at the Stadium, you may report such incident (A) to any customer service representative, (B) at any Fan Services location, or (C) by text messaging Fan Assist at 647-559-0060.

Each person entering the Stadium does thereby consent to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information by each of the Blue Jays and RSLP in accordance with its respective privacy policy (available at bluejays.com/privacy and bluejays.com/privacy-RogersCentre, respectively). Each person entering the Stadium further agrees that: (A) they will not transmit or aid in transmitting any information about the game or event to which their ticket grants admission (the “Event”), including, but not limited to, any account, description, picture, video, audio, reproduction, or other information concerning the Event (collectively, the “Event Information”); (B) the Management is the exclusive owner of all copyrights and other proprietary rights in the Event and the Event Information; and (C) the Management, the opposing club, the producer or licensor of the Event, and each of their respective past, present and future affiliates, agents, officers, employees and owners, as applicable, (collectively, the “Authorized Parties”) will have the unrestricted right and license to use any Event attendee’s image, likeness, name and/or voice, and/or those of any minor accompanying the Event attendee, in any live or recorded broadcast, telecast, photograph, video, audio sound, audiovisual, and/or other recording taken in connection with the Event or other transmission, distribution, public performance, or reproduction in whole or in part of the Event, for all purposes, worldwide, in perpetuity, and in any and all media now or hereafter known, without compensation. The rights granted herein to the Authorized Parties are assignable.

BE ALERT! PRIOR TO, DURING, AND FOLLOWING THE EVENT, BASEBALLS, BATS, BAT FRAGMENTS, AND OTHER OBJECTS MAY BE THROWN OR HIT INTO FAN AREAS OR MAY OTHERWISE CREATE A RISK FOR EVENT ATTENDEES (FOR EXAMPLE BY FLEXING PROTECTIVE NETTING). PLEASE STAY ALERT AND BE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS. IF YOU ARE CONCERNED WITH YOUR SEAT LOCATION YOU MAY CONTACT ANY CUSTOMER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE. By entering the Stadium, by attending or observing the Event, or by attending, observing or participating in any attractions offered in connection with the Event, each person, on behalf of themselves and any minor(s) accompanying them, voluntarily assumes all risks and danger of any injury or other loss incidental to the Event (including injury from balls, bats, or other objects projected into or within the stands or other fan areas), all associated activities (including pre-Event activities and promotions, batting practices, fielding practices, warm-ups, between-inning/intermission activities and promotions, post-Event activities and promotions) and/or their attendance at the Stadium (including the negligence or misconduct of other spectators). Each person entering the Stadium releases the Management, Major League Baseball (“MLB”), the Commissioner of MLB, the opposing club, the producer or licensor of the applicable Event, the performers of the Event, and their affiliates, officers, agents, and employees (including players), as applicable, (the “Releasees”) from any and all liability, regardless of whether such injury or loss occurs before, during, or after the playing of the game and whether such injury or loss is caused by any person’s negligence or otherwise.

Copies of the most current Stadium Rules and Standards of Conduct are available at all gates or by calling 416-341-1000.