Gameday Guide

Martin Stadium Bag Policy

Evanston, Illinois

What size bag can I bring?

Max bag size: 12" x 6" x 12"

Clear bag required.

No outside food or drink.

Clear bag only policy. Each ticket holder can bring one large clear bag (either a one-gallon Ziploc-style bag or a 12x6x12 clear PVC vinyl bag) plus a small clutch.

Last verified Oct 7, 2026 · nusports.com ›

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CLEAR BAG
12" x 6" x 12"
OUTSIDE FOOD
Not allowed
CAPACITY
12,023

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Getting in

Tailgating. Tailgating is permitted in the Noyes/Haven, Northwestern Place, Library Place and Locy lots, and along the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Recycling bins are located throughout the parking lots for those tailgating. See tailgreeter.com/tailgreeter-northwestern for more information. The 'Lakeside Gameday' experience is offered along Northwestern's lakefront ('Lakefill') within 50 yards of the Martin Stadium entrance, with General Admission, Lakeside Reserve, 'Cats Village, and Wildcat Chalets tiers (game tickets not included; food and beverage available for purchase). Season ticket holder / campus parking lots open four hours before each home game (kickoff).
Accessibility. ADA parking available in every lot; ADA transportation available from all campus parking lots by golf cart. ADA seating available in the North, South, and West bleachers. All entrances are street level and accessible for persons with disabilities. Elevators located in the Southwest corner/west bleachers, with an additional ADA lift on the South Stands to reach all seating and south suite levels. A mother's room is located in the Southwest corner between the South and West stands. Bags containing materials needed due to a medical condition are allowed but must be bag checked and properly tagged upon entry.
Entry. Fan entry is only permitted through either the North or South Gate entrances. Patrons who choose to leave during the game will not be allowed to re-enter. Umbrellas are not permitted and there is no umbrella check.

Parking lots

Noyes/Haven. Campus lot, permit only; tailgating permitted; opens four hours before kickoff.
Northwestern Place. Campus lot, permit only; tailgating permitted.
Library Place. Campus lot, permit only; tailgating permitted.
Locy. Campus lot, permit only; tailgating permitted.
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Food worth the line

Concessions stands are available under the West stands, in the Southwest corner, and in each beer garden located within the facility. All concessions are cashless. Alcohol sales are offered inside; alcohol sales end at the end of the third quarter.

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Common questions

What size bag can I bring into Martin Stadium?

Martin Stadium requires a clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Clear bag only policy. Each ticket holder can bring one large clear bag (either a one-gallon Ziploc-style bag or a 12x6x12 clear PVC vinyl bag) plus a small clutch. Exception: bags containing materials needed due to a medical condition are allowed but must be bag checked and properly tagged upon entry. Bags other than those allowed under the Clear Bag Policy are prohibited.

Does Martin Stadium require a clear bag?

Yes. Martin Stadium enforces a clear bag policy, and a clear bag may be no larger than 12" x 6" x 12".

What is the clutch policy at Martin Stadium?

Each ticket holder can bring one large clear bag (either a one-gallon Ziploc-style bag or a 12x6x12 clear PVC vinyl bag) plus a small clutch.

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What is the medical bag policy at Martin Stadium?

Exception: bags containing materials needed due to a medical condition are allowed but must be bag checked and properly tagged upon entry.

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Can you bring outside food into Martin Stadium?

Outside food and beverage is prohibited. Cans, glasses, thermoses, picnic baskets, ice chests, wine skins, food, drinks or coolers are also prohibited; storage of these items for guests will not be provided.

Where do you park at Martin Stadium?

Martin Stadium has on-site lots including Noyes/Haven, Northwestern Place, Library Place, Locy. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.

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