Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Morrison, CO · Amphitheater
Red Rocks Amphitheatre, carved into the sandstone outside Denver, runs a more relaxed bag policy than most big venues. You can bring a single-pocket bag or a clear bag up to 13 by 15 by 8 inches, plus a small purse or fanny pack up to 6 by 9 inches that does not need to be clear. You can even bring a soft-sided six-pack cooler up to 10 by 7 by 7 inches.
The one catch is multi-pocket bags, which are not allowed at any size, so a typical backpack will not get in. There is no bag check, the walk up from the lots is steep, and the venue sits at altitude, so pack light, bring layers, and a sealed water bottle for the climb.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Red Rocks Amphitheatre?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
Or a small clutch, up to
6" x 9"
Does not need to be clear
- Single-pocket bag or clear bag up to 13" x 15" x 8"
- Small purse or fanny pack up to 6" x 9", any material
- Soft-sided cooler up to 10" x 7" x 7", six-pack size
- Factory-sealed water and small blankets
Not allowed inside
- Bags with multiple pockets, and any bag larger than 13" x 15" x 8"
- Aerosols, including sunscreen and hairspray
- Cameras with removable lenses, GoPros, and tablets
- Drones, weapons, and chains
- Glass and outside alcohol
Red Rocks is more relaxed than most venues. A single-pocket or clear bag up to 13 by 15 by 8 inches is fine, and you can even bring a small soft-sided six-pack cooler. The catch is multi-pocket bags, which are not allowed at any size.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Red Rocks Amphitheatre? 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
Red Rocks does not offer bag check, so a multi-pocket bag or anything over 13 by 15 by 8 inches has to return to your vehicle. The walk up from the lots is steep, so pack light for the altitude.
Common questions
What is the Red Rocks bag policy?
A single-pocket or clear bag up to 13 by 15 by 8 inches, plus a small purse or fanny pack up to 6 by 9 inches. Multi-pocket bags are not allowed.
Can I bring a cooler to Red Rocks?
Yes, a soft-sided six-pack cooler up to 10 by 7 by 7 inches. Hard coolers are not allowed.
Do bags have to be clear at Red Rocks?
No. A single-pocket bag is fine, and clear bags just speed up the line. Small purses and fanny packs do not need to be clear.
What should I know before a Red Rocks show?
It sits at altitude with a steep walk up from the lots, so pack light, bring layers, and a sealed water bottle.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime. Arrive early, since parking and the uphill walk take time at altitude.
Parking
The upper and lower lots fill fast, and the walk to the seats is steep. Carpool or rideshare if you can, and give yourself extra time.
Public transit
There is no direct transit. Many fans use a rideshare or one of the shuttle services that run from Denver on big show nights.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft drop off at a designated area, though the uphill walk to the amphitheater remains. Expect long waits after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Red Rocks Amphitheatre official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.