Paycor Stadium
Cincinnati, OH · Stadium
Paycor Stadium on the Cincinnati riverfront follows the NFL clear bag rule for Bengals games. Your main bag has to be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and no bigger than 12 by 6 by 12 inches, and you can add a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. A one-gallon freezer bag works too.
Two things catch fans out. Diaper bags are not allowed, so carry baby items in a clear bag, and there is no bag check, so a non-approved bag cannot be left at the gate. It has to go back to the car. The Banks district and the riverfront streetcar are right next door.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Paycor Stadium?
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
- Clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bag up to 12" x 6" x 12"
- One-gallon clear freezer bag
- Small clutch up to 4.5" x 6.5"
Not allowed inside
- Purses larger than a 4.5" x 6.5" clutch
- Backpacks, fanny packs, and cinch bags
- Camera bags and diaper bags
- Coolers, strollers, and umbrellas
- Recording equipment, drones, and weapons
Diaper bags are not allowed, so carry baby items in a clear bag. There is no bag check, so a non-approved bag has to return to your vehicle and cannot be left at the gate.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Paycor Stadium? 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.
Browse all upcoming concerts →
No bag that fits? Plan ahead
Paycor Stadium does not offer a bag check or storage. Prohibited items must return to your vehicle or be discarded, since nothing can be left at the gate.
Common questions
What is the Paycor Stadium bag policy?
A clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches or a gallon freezer bag, plus a small clutch up to 4.5 by 6.5 inches. This follows the NFL clear bag rule.
Are diaper bags allowed at Paycor Stadium?
No. Diaper bags are not allowed, so carry baby items in a clear bag.
Are backpacks allowed at Paycor Stadium?
No. Backpacks, fanny packs, and cinch bags are prohibited, even clear ones over the size limit.
What is the bag policy for Bengals games?
The same clear bag rule applies to all Bengals games and stadium events.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open two hours before Bengals kickoff, with concert times on your ticket.
Parking
Riverfront garages and lots at The Banks serve the stadium, with prepaid parking the easy option. The Banks restaurants are a short walk away.
Public transit
The Cincinnati Bell Connector streetcar stops near The Banks, a short walk from the stadium in downtown Cincinnati.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use designated zones near the stadium. Follow signage after the event.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Paycor Stadium official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.