Prohibited Items & Bag Seach
We ask all guests to arrive early and travel light, as you may be subject to search, which includes metal detecting hand wands upon entry. For safety reasons, prohibited items include but are not limited to:
- Vapes & E-Cigarettes
- Signs larger than a sheet of printer paper
- No coolers, outside food and beverage or alcohol permitted on BSWA property.
- External Flash Cameras
- Cameras with an interchangeable/detachable lens (No professional photography)
- Audio/Visual Recording Devices
- Tripods/Monopods/Selfie Sticks
- Wallet chains, heavy chain jewlery, studded bracelets
- Laser Pointers
- Laptop/Tablet computers,
- 2-way radios, flashlights
- Bags (purses, large bags, clutches, backpacks, suitcases, luggage)
- Illegal Drugs/Substances
- Flammable liquids
- Firearms
- Fireworks
- Flashlights
- Balloons/Permanent Markers and Spray Paint
- Unapproved Pamphlets/Handouts/Ads
- Patrons without shoes or shirts
- Outside Food & Beverage
- Alcohol
- Beach Balls or Projectiles
- Skateboards, Segways, rollerblades, hoverboards, bicycles, helmets, chairs
- Cans and Bottles
- Pointed Tip umbrellas
- Pets (other than service animals)
- Glass, metal or plastic containers of any kind
- Cans/Bottles/Flasks
- Permanent markers, spray paint
- Weapons, pepper spray, mace, flares or fireworks
Bag Search
The safety of our guests and performers is the Arena’s highest priority. We employ a variety of security measures, some of which are not as visible to the public, including an advanced weapons detection system. Visitors will move quickly through security checkpoints at a seamless pace, knowing they’re well-protected everywhere inside the venue.
The Evolv weapons detection system combines powerful sensor technology with proven artificial intelligence (AI), security ecosystem integrations, and comprehensive venue analytics to ensure safer, more accurate threat detection.
Signs/Flags/Banners/Posters
- Signs must be relevant to event. May not contain or display obscene or offensive language and/or pictures as determined by Bon Secours Wellness Arena management. Signs, posters or garments with explicit language, profanity or derogatory characterization directed toward any person.
- Signs/Flags/Banners/Posters: may not be larger than 8.5" x 11" or attached to a pole/stick.
- Any banner or sign may be removed, at any time, at the sole discretion of Bon Secours Wellness Arena management.
Clear Bag Policy
Visit our Clear Bag Policy page for more information.
If an item is revealed during a search, patrons may dispose of the item or they may return the item to their vehicle. Bon Secours Wellness Arena does not safeguard any personal belongings or items of any type.