Pine Knob Music Theatre
Clarkston, MI · Amphitheater
Pine Knob Music Theatre in Clarkston, the longtime Detroit-area shed once known as DTE Energy Music Theatre, keeps one of the strictest bag limits of any amphitheater. The only bag you can bring is a single-compartment bag, wallet, clutch, or fanny pack no bigger than 4 by 6 by 1.5 inches, clear or not. Unlike many venues, the larger 12 by 12 by 6 clear tote is not allowed here.
The exception is for families and medical needs. Diaper bags and bags for dietary or medical necessity, including oxygen, insulin, and epi-pens, are allowed up to 16 by 16 by 8 inches. Everything else, including camera and laptop bags, has to stay in the car.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Pine Knob Music Theatre?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- Single-compartment bag, wallet, clutch, or fanny pack up to 4" x 6" x 1.5", clear or not
- Phones, wallets, and keys carried in your pockets
- Diaper or medical bags up to 16" x 16" x 8", for dietary or medical necessity
Not allowed inside
- Bags larger than 4" x 6" x 1.5", including clear totes
- Laptop, tablet, camera, and binocular bags
- Selfie sticks, poles, bats, and inflatables
- Glass, aluminum, or metal bottles and containers
- Noisemakers, aerosol cans, and items under pressure
Diaper bags and bags for dietary or medical necessity, including oxygen, insulin, and epi-pens, are allowed up to 16 by 16 by 8 inches. The larger 12 by 12 by 6 clear tote that many venues allow is banned here.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Pine Knob Music Theatre? 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
Pine Knob Music Theatre does not offer general bag storage, so anything larger than a 4 by 6 by 1.5 inch bag, other than a diaper or medical bag, has to stay in your vehicle.
Common questions
What is the Pine Knob Music Theatre bag policy?
Only a single-compartment bag up to 4 by 6 by 1.5 inches, clear or not. The larger clear totes that many venues allow are banned here.
Is Pine Knob the same as DTE Energy Music Theatre?
Yes. The Clarkston venue near Detroit was DTE Energy Music Theatre and is now Pine Knob Music Theatre.
Are diaper or medical bags allowed at Pine Knob?
Yes. Diaper bags and bags for dietary or medical necessity are allowed up to 16 by 16 by 8 inches.
Can I bring a clear tote to Pine Knob?
Only if it fits the 4 by 6 by 1.5 inch limit. The larger 12 by 12 by 6 clear tote is not allowed.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime, with exact times on your ticket.
Parking
On-site lots serve the amphitheater off Sashabaw Road in Clarkston. Prepaid parking is the easy option, with heavy traffic out toward I-75 after the show.
Public transit
Most fans drive north of Detroit to Clarkston. Rideshare is a common option, since transit does not reach the gates.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated drop-off near the venue. Expect long waits after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Pine Knob Music Theatre official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.