What items are permitted and what items are banned from bringing to the Kentucky Derby?

Question

What items are permitted and what items are banned from bringing to the Kentucky Derby?

Answer 1

These are allowed:

Food items in clear plastic bags (maximum size 18” X 18”- - no trash bags)

“Box” lunches if in clear plastic bags/containers (maximum size 18” X 18”- no trash bags - limit 2 per person)

Cellular phones, cameras, camcorders

Small personal music systems, radios, and televisions (no boom boxes)

Binoculars

Seat cushions (w/o backs)

Purses (subject to search)

Baby bags (subject to search)

Strollers (ONLY if carrying child)

Chairs (Gate 3 ONLY)

Blankets (Gates 1&3 ONLY)

Tarpaulins (Gates 1&3 ONLY)

These are NOT allowed:

Bottles and cans of any kind

Coolers

Grills

Alcoholic beverages

Thermoses

Backpacks

Luggage (including briefcases, duffel bags)

Wagons

Umbrellas

Weapons (including knives)

Answer 2

Permitted - coolers, blankets, lawn chairs. Banned - alcohol, umbrellas. They will check bags & purses, so be real cute about sneaking anything in.

Answer 3

I don't think you can bring fire arms, but you probably can bring clothes to wear.