Fraze Pavilion
Kettering, OH · Amphitheater
Fraze Pavilion keeps its bag rule refreshingly simple, any bag, purse, or tote works as long as it fits inside 12 by 12 by 6 inches. Unlike the big stadiums, your bag does not have to be clear here. The catch is that backpacks and coolers are not allowed at all, no matter the size, so those stay in the car. Fraze is a cozy 4,300 seat amphitheater in Kettering, just outside Dayton, with a covered plaza up front and a lawn out back. Bring a right-sized bag and you walk straight in. Here is exactly what gets in at Fraze Pavilion and what stays in the car.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Fraze Pavilion?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- Any bag, purse, or tote up to 12 by 12 by 6 inches, which does not need to be clear
- A soft seat back for the lawn, as long as it has no exposed metal, wood, or plastic
- Medically necessary bags and diaper bags
Not allowed inside
- Backpacks of any size, including small ones
- Coolers of any size
- Bags, purses, or totes larger than 12 by 12 by 6 inches
- Lawn chairs, beach chairs, and stadium seats
- Outside food and drinks
Medically necessary bags and diaper bags are allowed. A seat back for the lawn is fine as long as it has no exposed metal, wood, or plastic. Rules can tighten for festivals, so check your event.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Fraze Pavilion? 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
Fraze does not offer bag check, so anything over the size limit, plus any backpack or cooler, has to go back to your vehicle. Parking is close by, so sort it out at the car before you head to the gate.
Common questions
Does Fraze Pavilion require a clear bag?
No. Fraze does not require clear bags. Any bag, purse, or tote works as long as it fits inside 12 by 12 by 6 inches.
Can I bring a backpack to Fraze Pavilion?
No. Backpacks are not allowed at Fraze, no matter the size. Use a bag, purse, or tote within the 12 by 12 by 6 inch limit instead.
Can I bring a cooler?
No. Coolers of any size are not permitted at Fraze, and outside food and drinks are not allowed either.
Can I bring a chair for the lawn?
Lawn chairs, beach chairs, and stadium seats are not allowed. You can rent a seat back at the venue, or bring a seat back that has no exposed metal, wood, or plastic.
What if my bag is too big?
Any bag over 12 by 12 by 6 inches has to go back to your car. There is no bag check, so check the size before you leave.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open 90 minutes to two hours before showtime, so check your event for the exact time.
Parking
Parking is free at select lots around the venue, though it is not guaranteed. Some lots, such as Fairmont High School and the Kettering Government Center, need a parking ticket in advance. You can also park on nearby streets where allowed.
Public transit
Fraze sits in Lincoln Park in Kettering, a Dayton suburb, with no rail service, so plan to drive or take a rideshare.
Rideshare
There is a drop-off area on Lincoln Park Boulevard on both sides of the pavilion. Expect a short wait right after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Fraze Pavilion official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.