On race weekend, don’t risk being turned away at the gate for bringing the wrong items. Let’s help you avoid the hassle. This guide covers the latest Las Vegas Grand Prix bag policy and visitor rules.
We’ll help you figure out what to bring to the circuit and what you must leave in your hotel room.
Bag Rules and Sizes at the 2026 Las Vegas Grand Prix
Here’s a breakdown of the organizer’s bag policy for your Formula 1 race weekend in Sin City:
- Backpacks or Tote Bags: You can only use a clear backpack or tote bag made of see-through material. Its size must not exceed 12 × 6 × 12 inches.
- Fanny Packs or Handbags: While these types of bags are not required to be transparent, their size must be no larger than 6 × 9 inches.
- Diaper Bags: You can only bring them if you’re attending with an infant.
Note that event security may search your bags before allowing you to enter. You won’t be allowed into the circuit with a non-compliant bag or other prohibited items.
There are no storage lockers or baggage check-in at the venue, and security may confiscate prohibited items. Confiscated items will not be returned.
What You CAN Bring to the Las Vegas GP
Here's what you can bring to the circuit.
Personal Belongings
- Wallets
- Keys
- Contactless payment methods, including credit or debit cards
- Other ordinary personal essentials, such as jackets and sunglasses
Electronics
- Mobile phones
- Point-and-shoot cameras
- Portable chargers or power banks
- Small portable radios (provided they are used with an earpiece and do not disturb others)
Cellphones are allowed. You’re also allowed to take photos and make calls at the venue, as long as you don’t disturb other guests. Please remember that all photos taken must be for personal, non-commercial use only. Security may have to inspect your camera and radio before letting you in.
Water Bottles
You may bring an empty plastic or silicone bottle no larger than 24 oz. The venue has multiple water refill stations. You can get water for free at any beverage concessionaire tent.
Medical Essentials
- Food for special medical or dietary needs, carried in a clear plastic bag and accompanied by a valid doctor's note
- Necessary prescription medications in their original containers, with a name matching your government-issued photo ID
- Medical face masks
Disability Aids
- Wheelchairs
- Crutches
- Walking canes
- Walkers
- Mobility scooters
- Trained service animals
Mobility device charging is available at Accessibility Services booths.
Hearing Protection
- Earplugs
- Ear defenders
- Noise-canceling headphones
If you don’t have any hearing protection, you can get earplugs for free at Medical, Guest Services, and Accessibility locations.
Weather Protection
- Raincoat
- Poncho
- Jackets (may be inspected)
- Coats
- Blankets
- Hats
- Gloves
Cigarettes and Vapes
Tobacco cigarettes and vapes are permitted only in designated sections. Check the F1 mobile app for designated smoking areas. Outside of those places, you’re not allowed to smoke.
Fan Items
- Team shirts and jerseys
- Team caps and other wearable merchandise
- Team scarves
- Authorized flagpoles no longer than 3 feet (90 cm)
What You CAN’T Bring to the Las Vegas GP
Here’s a list of prohibited items.
Food
Outside food or beverages are prohibited.
Containers
- Hydration packs
- Coolers and ice chests, including soft-sided coolers
- Glass bottles, metal bottles, and cans
- Sealed or filled water bottles
- Any bottle larger than 24 oz
You can use metal drinkware purchased at the venue on the purchase date, but you can’t bring it back through the entrance after leaving.
Cameras, Recording Gear, and Electronics
- Cameras with detachable lenses (including DSLRs)
- Audio/video recording equipment
- Computers, tablets, or iPads
- Selfie sticks
- Tripods and monopods
- GoPro mounts and camera attachments
- Drones and remote-controlled aircraft
Animals
Pets and other non-service animals are not allowed.
Obstructive Items
- Chairs (foldable or not)
- Umbrellas
- Stools and seat cushions
- Ladders, stepladders, and elevated platforms
- Scaffolding
- Parasols
- Tents
- Canopies
- Inflatable clappers
- Balloons
- Balls
Disruptive Items
- Musical instruments
- Magic markers and Sharpies
- Radio scanners and two-way radios
- Phone jammers
- Laser pointers and other laser devices
- Air horns
- Vuvuzelas
- Whistles
- Bells and other noisemakers
- Megaphones and sound-amplifying devices
Unauthorized Clothing and Costumes
- Clothing or accessories that completely conceal the head or face
- Full-face paint
- Costumes and helmets with face masks
- Clothing displaying profane or offensive messages
- Unauthorized promotional mascot costumes
Flags, Signs, and Promotional Materials
- Unauthorized advertising and promotional materials
- Commercial, political, or offensive banners and signs
- Flyers, promotional stickers, and product samples
Dangerous Items
- Firearms and ammunition
- Knives and other bladed objects
- Pepper spray and personal protection sprays
- Fireworks and pyrotechnics
- Flares and smoke canisters
- Aerosol sprays
- Handcuffs
- Nightsticks
- Combustible materials, liquids, and hazardous chemicals
- Projectiles or objects that could be thrown dangerously
- Any other item considered a safety threat by event security
Wheeled Vehicles and Equipment
- Bicycles
- Scooters and Segways
- Skateboards and hoverboards
- Roller skates
- Strollers
- Carts and wagons
Prohibited Substances
- Illegal drugs
- Drug paraphernalia
- Marijuana
- Psilocybin mushrooms
- Powdered alcohol
Other Important Visitor Rules
Besides knowing what you can and can’t bring, you should also take note of these guidelines:
- Always wear a shirt and shoes
- Avoid or cover any clothing or body art displaying profane or offensive images or texts
- You can’t camp in the area or park overnight
- Vendors at the Las Vegas GP don’t accept cash. Every transaction is strictly electronic
- You need to scan your tickets each time you enter, leave, or re-enter your zone
- Re-entry is not permitted after 7 PM PT
Race Day Essentials for the Las Vegas GP
Las Vegas can get chilly after sunset, so dress for the cooler evening temperatures. You'll also spend plenty of time walking around the circuit, so comfortable shoes are a must.
- Mobile phone with your digital ticket in the official F1 Las Vegas app or supported mobile wallet (screenshots aren't accepted)
- Valid government-issued photo ID, especially if you plan to purchase alcohol
- Credit or debit card, or a mobile payment wallet
- Warm clothing layers, including a jacket or sweater
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat and gloves
- Earplugs for hearing protection
- Empty plastic or silicone water bottle (24 oz maximum)
- Portable phone charger or power bank
- Point-and-shoot camera for personal photos (optional)
- Clear bag (maximum 12 × 6 × 12 inches) or a small handbag or fanny pack (maximum 6 × 9 inches)
While rain in Las Vegas is rare, it has rained during the Las Vegas Grand Prix. Keep an eye on the weather forecast, and pack a raincoat or poncho if rain is expected.
Learn More About What to Expect on Race Weekend
FanAmp’s Las Vegas Grand Prix guides provide everything you need to know about this year’s event. We cover the race weekend schedule, fan zone and concert experiences, and lots more.
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