The Dome Rules

General guideline

  • All fans will be subject to security screening prior to entry into The Dome at America’s Center.
  • A clear bag policy will be in effect. Approved bags include clear plastic bags no larger than 12″ x 6″ x 12″, standard one-gallon disposable zip-top bags, or a small clutch, with or without a handle, no larger than 4.5″ x 6.5″. Any bags outside of the above will not be allowed into the venue. All bags are subject to search.
  • The event does allow signs as long as they fit the following criteria:
    • Signs cannot be larger than 28”x 22”
    • Signs cannot display profanity or objectionable images
    • Signs cannot contain political wording/images. Additionally, wording/images must be in good taste
    • Signs cannot be on sticks/poles and security personnel does have the permission to ask guests with signs to lower their signs that are obstructing the view of other guests.
  • Report a problem immediately. If you need assistance, please contact a uniformed Dome staff member or police officer.
  • For your safety, standing on the seats or blocking aisles is prohibited. The aisles must remain clear to allow for unobstructed passage by others.
  • Bring essentials including emergency phone numbers and a list of any medical information.
  • Use the buddy system. Stay with your friends when moving throughout the Dome.
  • Pick a place to meet up. Please identify a place inside and outside of the Dome to meet up in the event you become separated from your group.

Prohibited Items

  • Large bags as per above clear bag policy
  • Professional cameras (meaning cameras with removable lens…cameras must be able to fit into a shirt pocket)
  • Video cameras, Go Pros, iPads, audio equipment, and selfie sticks
  • Food not dispensed by The Dome’s concessionaires
  • Glass containers (of any kind), bottles, cans, coolers; containers, and thermoses
  • Beverages; including alcoholic beverages
  • Chains (of any kind)
  • Strollers
  • Glitter or confetti
  • Peanuts in the shell
  • Projectiles (i.e. Frisbees, footballs or beach balls)
  • Poles or sticks of any kind
  • Laser pens or laser pointers
  • Laptop computers
  • Animals or pets (excluding service animals)
  • Artificial noisemakers of any kind (i.e. cowbells or air horns)
  • Illegal drugs or substances
  • Fireworks, candles, flares, and balloons
  • Firearms; knives; missiles and weapons of any kind; mace and pepper gas;
  • Any item that could obstruct a guest’s view of the event
  • Any other item deemed dangerous or inappropriate by management, and any other item(s) deemed to be offensive or of risk.