TD Garden
Boston, MA · Arena
TD Garden runs a near no-bag policy, so the only bags that get in are tiny, no larger than 6 by 4 by 1.5 inches, and they do not have to be clear. Backpacks do not get in at any size. The good news is that if your bag is too big, TD Garden has an Event Bag Check near North Station. It is the Boston arena home to the Celtics and Bruins, right on top of North Station, so the train is the easy way in. Here is exactly what gets in at TD Garden and what to do with the rest.
Venue details
Need a concert bag for TD Garden?
Stadium-approved clear bags that meet the policy.
What you can bring
- A small bag up to 6 by 4 by 1.5 inches, clear or not
- Diaper bags, medical bags, and breast pump bags, after screening
Not allowed inside
- Backpacks of any size
- Any bag larger than 6 by 4 by 1.5 inches, other than medical or diaper bags
- Laptop bags, gym bags, and large purses
Diaper bags, medical bags, and breast pump bags are allowed after screening. A bag that is too big can be left at the Event Bag Check on Level 1 near the box office for 15 dollars, open from two hours before the event until an hour after.
Upcoming events
Heading to a show at TD Garden? 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
TD Garden offers an Event Bag Check on Level 1 near North Station for 15 dollars per bag, so an oversized bag has somewhere to go rather than back to the car or hotel.
Common questions
What size bag can I bring to TD Garden?
A small bag no larger than 6 by 4 by 1.5 inches, clear or not. Diaper, medical, and breast pump bags are allowed after screening.
Are backpacks allowed at TD Garden?
No. Backpacks are not allowed at any size. Bring a small bag within the size limit or none at all.
Does TD Garden have a bag check?
Yes. The Event Bag Check on Level 1 near North Station holds oversized bags for 15 dollars, from two hours before the event until an hour after.
How do I get to TD Garden?
By train. The arena sits on top of North Station, with the subway and commuter rail right below it.
Getting there
Gates open
Doors usually open about an hour to 90 minutes before showtime, with screening and a bag check at entry.
Parking
A few garages sit near the arena downtown, but most people skip driving since the station is right below.
Public transit
TD Garden is on top of North Station, so the MBTA subway and commuter rail drop you right under the arena. It is the easy way in.
Rideshare
Rideshare drop-off runs the streets around North Station. Expect a wait and a slow exit right after the show.
Seating chart
Verified June 2026 against the TD Garden official policy. Rules can change for one-off events, so check your event page too.