MSA Security's Fan Guide to Super Bowl XLIX!

The Super Bowl is the single largest sporting event in the United States. This year, the New England Patriots and the Seattle Seahawks will face off in Super Bowl XLIX at the University of Phoenix stadium in Glendale, Arizona. The stadium has a capacity of 63,400 people, however the game is expected to draw a larger crowd of 100,000+ people, including tailgaters. 

With that in mind, MSA has compiled a list of policies, guidelines, and helpful suggestions for fans attending or tailgating at the event. For live updates during the Super Bowl, follow us on twitter at the handle @MSASecurity or through our hashtag, #MSASuperBowlXLIX.

 

• Charge your phone fully and bring an external battery
• If you are driving to the event, you will need a parking permit. Only Super Bowl ticketholders with parking permits will be allowed into the stadium parking lot on game day. Permits can be purchased at the Super Bowl XLIX transportation center. Updates on road closures can be found on the Arizona Department of Transportation website. Taxis will be able to drop off and pick up on 95th Ave.

• The University of Phoenix Stadium has an 8 acre “Great Lawn” for tailgating. The lawn has seating areas, drinking fountains, vendor stations, and musician areas. 
• It is not permitted to play football in the tailgating area. 

• Be sure to arrive early. Stadium entry plazas and stadium gates open at 12:00 PM. Gates open for all ticketholders at 2:45pm. Security checkpoints are busiest during the 30 minutes leading up to kick off. The national anthem & player introductions begin promptly at 4:15pm and kickoff is at 4:25pm.
• All fans will be required to go through security checkpoint. Staff will use a hand held metal detector to screen all fans. Fans should have all bags open for inspection upon entry.
• Know the stadium bag policy. Bags must be clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and cannot exceed 12" x 6" x 12." Fans may use a resealable plastic freezer bags, such as a ziplock, or official NFL logo totes. The NFL totes are available at club merchandise outlets or online. Fans may also bring small clutch bags, approximately the size of an adult hand or smaller. An exception to this policy will be made for medically necessary items after proper inspection at a gate designated for this purpose.     
         

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• Again, know the stadium bag policy. The list of prohibited bags and containers includes, but is not limited to: purses larger than a clutch bag, coolers, briefcases, backpacks, fanny packs, cinch bags, luggage of any kind, computer bags and camera bags.
• Outside food and beverages will not be allowed inside the stadium, with the exception of 1 factory sealed bottle of water (up to 16.9oz) and food for children 2 years and younger.
• Musical instruments noise making devices such as air horns, cowbells, and whistles are prohibited.
• All firearms, knives, and any other weapons are strictly prohibited.

• Don’t overdo it before the game! Any fans showing signs of impairment or intoxication will not be allowed to enter the stadium.
• Choose a designated driver ahead of time! Designated drivers 21 and older can sign up for the “Good Sport” program before the game to receive a coupon for one soft drink or non-alcoholic beer. Sign up at the 100 and 400 level guest relations offices and club level concierge locations.
• No outside alcoholic beverages can be brought into the stadium.
• Bring your ID for alcohol purchases at concession stands. Alcohol sales will stop at the conclusion of the 3^rd quarter.
• Alcoholic beverages are prohibited in family sections of the stadium.

• Video recordings are strictly prohibited within the stadium and park.
• No re-entry is allowed! Fans may not exit and re-enter the stadium using the same ticket. This policy will be strictly enforced!
• There is no chewing tobacco allow in the stadium.

• When leaving the stadium, fans should exit from the same entry gate through which they entered, using the same mode of transportation with which they arrived.

• Stadium Security Command Center 623-433-7156
• Non-emergency Text Message Information Hotline: Text “Cards” <space> issue and location to 69050