Security Guidelines

Ballpark Regulations and Security Measures

Heightened ballpark security initiatives continue for all games at Coors Field.

Ballpark Security

Major League Baseball security mandates include:

  • Hard-sided containers including coolers, briefcases and ice chests are prohibited.
  • The maximum allowable bag size is 16"x 16"x 8".
  • All permitted bags will be searched prior to ballpark entry.

In addition, the following measures will be implemented:

  • Presence of uniformed law enforcement at all games.
  • Backpacks or other multi-pocket bags including multi-pocket purses are prohibited.
  • Soft-sided, single-pocket bags or containers 16"x 16"x 8" or smaller are permitted.
  • Security awareness training and emergency procedures review with the gameday event staff.
  • Daily facility inspection by ballpark personnel prior to gate opening.
  • All deliveries will be identified and logged.
  • Metal detection wands may be used to make random security checks at the gates.
  • Guests wearing coats will be asked to open them upon entry through the turnstiles.
  • Express lanes will be available at each gate for guests who are not carrying any items, including purses.

Prohibited Items

  • Alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, or marijuana (medical or otherwise) in any form
  • Non-alcoholic beer or similar items
  • Glass bottles and aluminum cans
  • Aerosol cans (including sunscreen)
  • All hard-sided coolers and containers, regardless of size
  • All hard-sided briefcases, regardless of size
  • Backpacks or other multi-pocket bags including multi-pocket purses
  • Camera tri, dual or single leg pods by non-media personnel. Video cameras are permitted as long as live game action is not recorded in order to protect Colorado Rockies local and national rightsholders.
  • Bota bags, wine skins or camel packs
  • Sticks or clubs (including signs attached to sticks)
  • Fireworks, firearms or other weapons
  • Bullhorns or noise makers
  • Confetti
  • Animals (except service animals for Guests with Disabilities are permitted)
  • Beachballs, balloons and other inflatables
  • Skateboards, rollerblades or shoes with wheels
  • Stools or folding chairs
  • Large squirt guns or super soakers
  • Fish nets and poles
  • Any fruit or vegetable larger than a grapefruit must be sliced
  • Laser pointers
  • Insulated coolers, cups and thermoses larger than 22 ounces
  • Pizza boxes larger than personal size

Permitted Items

  • Plastic beverage containers
  • Soft-sided, single-pocket bags or containers 16"x 16"x 8" or smaller
  • Insulated cups or thermoses 22 ounces or smaller
  • Food items in individual portions
  • Any fruit or vegetable, grapefruit sized or smaller
  • Still and video cameras (see "Cameras")
  • Binoculars
  • Seat cushions and bleacher back rests
  • Umbrellas (During the threat of inclement weather, umbrellas are allowed at Coors Field. In consideration of the safety and sight lines of others, please use only small, compact umbrellas (28" - 34"). Large golf umbrellas and umbrellas with metal tips are strongly discouraged.)
  • Paper or plastic cups with permitted beverages
  • Plastic baby bottles
  • Baseball bats -- for the purpose of autographs; must be stored underneath the seats once the game begins
  • Brooms - 6' maximum length
  • Potato chip or nut cardboard cans with metal tops or bottoms
  • Strollers -- umbrella-type that folds or collapses to fit underneath seats (larger strollers may be claim-checked at the gates upon entry)
  • Motorcycle and bicycle helmets