Venue Policies

For all events held at the 1-A/DAA Cow Palace Arena & Event Center, the following items are prohibited items.

Any bags that are brought inside must be in compliance with our bag policy. Bags that are not in compliance must be returned to the patron's vehicle or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation and the person in possession of such items is subject to arrest.

REFUSAL OF ANY GUEST TO COOPERATE WILL RESULT IN NON-ADMITTANCE INTO THE COW PALACE

Cow Palace MANAGEMENT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR any lost, stolen, damaged iteMs or ITEMS LEFT BEHIND.

This policy is at the discretion of Cow Palace Management that is deemed inappropriate, vulgar or offensive.
This policy is subject to change for specific shows. Please check the Events Page for more details on the photography policy.

Photography/RECORDING DEVICES

No professional/commercial photography is allowed
Personal "point and shoot" and phone cameras are allowed
Cameras with detachable lenses are prohibited

DRONES

The operation of drones, unmanned aircraft and remote controlled aircraft anywhere on, around or over the premises is strictly prohibited without the advanced written consent of the Cow Palace.
Violators may be subject to civil and criminal penalties.

STROLLERS

Strollers are not allowed in the Main Arena for seated shows
Before entering the Main Arena, please check in all strollers at the Guest Services Offices located in the Main Lobby

PROHIBITED ITEMS

NO Aerosol products/cans/sunscreen
NO Artificial noisemakers or air horns
NO Balls, Frisbees or Projectiles (including inflatables)
NO Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (Police, SWAT, Fire, Security or Medical) in any way
NO Drones/remote-controlled aircraft or toys
NO Drugs or drug paraphernalia
NO E-Liquid or E-juice of any kind
NO Fans
NO Flags or banners
NO Glass of any kind
NO Cans, cups or coolers
NO Helium balloons
NO Illegal substances
NO Large bags, totes or backpacks (SEE APPROVED BAGS BELOW)
NO Laser pointers
NO Hydration packs
NO Markers, pens or spray paint
NO Outside Food or beverages (including alcohol and water)
NO Over-The-Counter medication
NO Pets (SERVICE ANIMALS ONLY)
NO Professional photo, video or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms, Go-Pros or commercial-use rigs)
NO Radios
NO Sticks/poles or selfie sticks
NO Stickers or flyers
NO Tents, large umbrellas chairs or blankets
NO Toy Guns, water guns or slingshots
NO Umbrellas
NO Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
Any item deemed by Management to be dangerous, inappropriate or disruptive to other attendees' enjoyment of the Event

Approved Bags (to be searched by Event Security upon entry):

Clear purse (no larger than 6" X 8" X 3")
Clear fanny pack (no larger than 14"W X 6" X 4")
Purses or Clutches with shoulder or wrist strap (no larger than 6" X 8" X 3")
Diaper Bag (no bags over 14" X 6" X 14")