Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre
Abbotsford, BC · Arena
Abbotsford Centre, the arena now branded Rogers Forum, keeps a tight bag rule. Small purses are fine, but larger carry bags and backpacks are not allowed inside, and every bag is searched at the door. There is no published clear bag requirement, so a compact purse you can open for inspection is the safe choice.
Outside food and drink, bottles, cans, glass, and coolers all stay outside. The full no-list runs long and covers weapons of any kind, professional SLR and DSLR cameras, audio and video recorders, laser pointers, strollers, and helium balloons. The arena is home to the AHL's Abbotsford Canucks, and a specific concert can adjust the rules, so confirm your event if you plan to carry anything beyond a small purse.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- Small purse, subject to search at the door
- Phones, wallets, and keys
- Medically necessary bags, subject to inspection
- Non-professional cameras without a detachable lens
Not allowed inside
- Carry bags and backpacks
- Outside food and drink, bottles, cans, and coolers
- Weapons of any type, chains, and spikes
- Professional SLR and DSLR cameras and recording devices
- Strollers, laser pointers, and helium balloons
Medically necessary bags are allowed after inspection. Service animals are welcome, while other pets are not. A specific event can set its own rules.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre? Here are the next events, with tickets on StubHub and SeatGeek so you can compare before you buy. The bag policy above applies to every one of them.
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No bag that fits? Plan ahead
Abbotsford Centre does not advertise a bag check, so anything larger than a small purse should stay in your vehicle or at home.
Common questions
What is the Abbotsford Centre bag policy?
Small purses are allowed and searched at the door. Carry bags and backpacks are not permitted inside.
Can I bring a backpack to Abbotsford Centre?
No. Backpacks and larger carry bags are prohibited. A small purse is the only bag you can bring.
Is Abbotsford Centre the same as Rogers Forum?
Yes. The arena was renamed Rogers Forum, and many listings still use Abbotsford Centre.
Can I bring outside food or a cooler?
No. Outside food, drink, bottles, cans, and coolers are all prohibited.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open about an hour before showtime, with the time on your ticket.
Parking
On-site lots surround the arena off King Road, with paid event parking the norm. Arrive early on sold-out nights.
Public transit
BC Transit routes serve Abbotsford near the University of the Fraser Valley campus close to the arena, though service thins out late.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft operate in Abbotsford with a drop-off near the main entrance.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Abbotsford Entertainment and Sports Centre official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.