Shoreline Amphitheatre
Mountain View, CA · Amphitheater
Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, near Google's campus, runs a clear bag policy. A small clutch can be any material, but any bag larger than that has to be clear and fit within 12 by 6 by 12 inches. Bring a non-clear bag and you may be sent to a slower additional security line, if it is allowed at all.
Coolers of any size, glass, cans, large lawn chairs, and umbrellas all stay home, and cameras with detachable lenses are out. Policies can vary by event, since some artists restrict all cameras, so the venue suggests checking on show day. There is no bag check, so pack clear and light for the lawn.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for Shoreline 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
- Clear bag up to 12" x 6" x 12"
- Small clutch up to 6" x 9", which does not need to be clear
- Factory-sealed water and a blanket for the lawn
Not allowed inside
- Non-clear bags larger than a clutch (allowed only in a separate search line)
- Coolers of any type or size
- Cameras with detachable lenses, GoPros, and tablets
- Glass, cans, large lawn chairs, and umbrellas
- Aerosol cans, wallet chains, skateboards, and weapons
Any bag larger than a clutch must be clear and fit within 12 by 6 by 12 inches. A non-clear bag may be allowed but sends you to a slower additional security line. Some artists restrict all cameras, so check your event.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at Shoreline 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
Shoreline Amphitheatre does not offer bag storage, so a non-clear oversized bag has to return to your vehicle. Policies can vary by event, so the venue suggests calling the business office on show day if unsure.
Common questions
What is the Shoreline Amphitheatre bag policy?
A clear bag up to 12 by 6 by 12 inches, plus a small clutch that does not have to be clear. Any bag larger than a clutch must be clear.
Can I bring a non-clear bag to Shoreline?
Only a small clutch. A larger non-clear bag may send you to a slower additional security line, and policies vary by event.
Are coolers allowed at Shoreline Amphitheatre?
No. Coolers of any type or size are prohibited.
Can I bring a camera to Shoreline?
Only basic cameras. Detachable lenses, GoPros, and tablets are not allowed, and some artists restrict all cameras.
Getting there
Gates open
Gates usually open 60 to 90 minutes before showtime. Policies can vary by event, so check your ticket.
Parking
On-site lots serve the amphitheater near Shoreline Park, with prepaid parking the easy option. Expect heavy traffic out onto Highway 101 after the show.
Public transit
VTA light rail stops nearby, and many fans use rideshare in Silicon Valley. The venue sits near Google's Mountain View campus.
Rideshare
Uber and Lyft use a designated drop-off near the venue. Expect long waits after big shows.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the Shoreline Amphitheatre official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.