American Airlines Center
Dallas, TX · Arena
American Airlines Center keeps things flexible compared with most arenas. You do not need a clear bag. A small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches walks in at any entrance, and a larger purse up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches is welcome too, as long as you use one of the designated X-ray doors.
That second tier is the catch worth knowing. Anything bigger than the clutch has to go through X-ray screening, so head for those entrances if you are carrying a full purse. Backpacks, cinch bags, and camera bags do not make it in at all, and there is no bag check, so leave the rest in the car.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for American Airlines Center?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
Or a small clutch, up to
4.5" x 6.5"
Does not need to be clear
- Wristlet, clutch, or wallet up to 4.5" x 6.5" at any entrance
- Purse up to 14" x 14" x 6" at designated X-ray entrances
- Medical bags and diaper bags
- One factory-sealed bottle of water
Not allowed inside
- Backpacks and cinch bags
- Briefcases, computer bags, and camera bags
- Luggage and large totes
- Fanny packs and mesh bags
- Seat cushions with pockets or zippers
- Outside food and other outside drinks
Bags larger than the 4.5 by 6.5 inch clutch, up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches, must enter through a designated X-ray screening entrance. Clear bags are encouraged because they speed up that line, though they are not required.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at American Airlines Center? 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
American Airlines Center does not offer bag check or storage, so anything over the limit has to go back to your car. The garages around Victory Park are the closest place to leave it.
Common questions
Does American Airlines Center require clear bags?
No. Clear bags are encouraged but not required. A clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches gets in at any door, and a purse up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches gets in through an X-ray entrance.
What size bag can I bring to the American Airlines Center?
A small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches at any entrance, or a purse up to 14 by 14 by 6 inches at a designated X-ray entrance.
Can I bring a backpack to American Airlines Center?
No. Backpacks, cinch bags, and camera bags are not allowed at any entrance.
What is the bag policy for Mavericks and Stars games?
The same two-tier rule covers Mavericks games, Stars games, and concerts. Clutch at any door, larger purse through X-ray.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open one hour before tip-off or puck drop and 60 to 90 minutes before a concert.
Parking
Victory Park garages and lots surround the arena, with rates that climb on big nights. Booking ahead through a parking app is usually cheaper than paying at the gate.
Public transit
DART's Green and Orange lines stop at Victory Station, steps from the arena, and the free downtown D-Link bus connects nearby.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated pickup area in Victory Park. Follow signage after the event.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the American Airlines Center official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.