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Rose Bowl

Pasadena, California · ucla

What size bag can I bring?

12" x 6" x 12"
CLEAR BAG REQUIRED
Approved bags: 12"x6"x12" clear plastic bag; 1-gallon plastic freezer bag; clutch with shoulder or wrist strap no larger than 4.5"x6.5"; diaper bag when accompanied by a child. Non-compliant bags can be checked at complimentary bag checks outside the Fan Zone at Gate A and Gate D.

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All parking lots open 6 hours prior to kickoff and close 90 minutes after the game. The UCLA Football Fan Zone (Lot H) is open to all fans 4 hours and 15 minutes prior to kickoff and closes 15 minutes before kickoff.

Getting in

Gates. Gates open 90 minutes prior to the announced kickoff time..
Transit. Take the Metro Gold Line and exit at Memorial Park Station in Pasadena; from there walk approximately 2.4 miles to the stadium or purchase a Rose Bowl Shuttle pass. Metrolink trains arrive into Union Station where passengers transfer to the Metro Gold Line.
Rideshare. Rideshare is not allowed at the Rose Bowl Stadium during UCLA Football games. Guests may take rideshare to the Parsons shuttle lot in Old Town Pasadena and ride the shuttle to and from the stadium.
Tailgating. No in-and-out privileges for vehicles. Parking is first come, first served; no saving of spaces (groups should caravan in together). Guests must tailgate only in front of or behind their vehicle. Tents 10'x10' or smaller may be pitched in front of or behind the vehicle, and tent setup is only allowed in grass lots. Roadways, aisles and parking areas must be kept clear for vehicles and emergency personnel. No selling of items or soliciting/marketing. No box trucks, trailers, grill-in-tow, or outside catering services in parking lots. No glass containers. No consumption of alcohol in tailgating areas after kickoff. No drinking games or alcohol-related paraphernalia (e.g., beer bongs, beer pong). No amplified music and no music with inappropriate language. Report problems by texting (626) 400-5119.
Accessibility. Accessible seating available (order online in Row 28 or call (310) 825-2946); standard-seat ticket holders may exchange for accessible seats on game day at the Customer Service Window outside Gate B or inside at Tunnel 28. Assistive listening devices available at the Rose Bowl Administration Office at Tunnel 28. Wheelchair assistance available inside the stadium via guest services (not provided outside the gates). See rosebowlstadium.com/plan-your-visit/accessible-services.
Entry. No re-entry: once you exit the stadium you may not re-enter. The Rose Bowl is a smoke-free facility (no smoking or vaping). The stadium is 99% cashless; reverse ATMs throughout the stadium exchange cash for a debit card of equal value.

Hotels near the stadium

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Food worth the line

Levy Restaurants operates concession stands throughout the Rose Bowl on the spectator concourse; beer, wine, and seltzers are available for purchase at UCLA Football games. Hawkers vend beverages in the seating areas. All concession stands are cashless (use a reverse ATM to obtain a debit card).

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Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into Rose Bowl?

Rose Bowl requires a clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Approved bags: 12"x6"x12" clear plastic bag; 1-gallon plastic freezer bag; clutch with shoulder or wrist strap no larger than 4.5"x6.5"; diaper bag when accompanied by a child. Non-compliant bags can be checked at complimentary bag checks outside the Fan Zone at Gate A and Gate D. Medically necessary items that do not fit the policy are taken for screening at the Public Safety Building located between Gates A and B.

Can you bring outside food into Rose Bowl?

Outside food is prohibited only for non-UCLA games; it is permitted at UCLA football games. Coolers are prohibited.

When do gates open at Rose Bowl?

Gates open 90 minutes prior to the announced kickoff time..

Where do you park for a ucla game?

Rose Bowl has on-site lots including Season Ticket Holder / WAF Parking Lots (I, K, F, G), West-side grass lots (5B and up), North-side grass lots (1A and above), West Drive (RV / oversized vehicle parking), Lot H (Fan Zone). Reserve a nearby spot in advance through the parking widget on this page.