All articles tagged with #bag policy
Lollapalooza 2026 opened at Grant Park in Chicago with rain causing delays and muddy grounds. Organizers postponed door opening, provided live updates on lineup and schedule, and outlined the bag policy; city officials noted weather shelters and coordinated transit adjustments as CTA/Metra boost service for the four-day event, while aftershows and weekend activities continue.
Southwest will increase the fees for checking the first and second bags by $10 for tickets booked on or after April 9, 2026 (first bag to $45, second bag to $55; third bag remains $150; overweight/oversize fees unchanged). Free checked bags remain for certain travelers: Choice Preferred fares include two free bags, A-List and A-List Preferred status confer free bags (with up to 8 companions), Southwest credit cards offer a free first bag for the cardholder and up to eight companions on the same reservation, and active-duty military get up to two free bags. Booking flights before the new date could save on luggage costs.
The Philadelphia Phillies have announced a new bag policy for the 2024 season at Citizens Bank Park, prohibiting non-clear bags such as backpacks and draw-string bags. Only clutch purses, fanny packs, clear bags, medical bags, and diaper bags will be allowed, with all bags subject to inspection before entry in accordance with MLB security regulations. Additionally, the ballpark will feature new foods, theme nights, giveaways, and a mural to celebrate its 20th anniversary season.
Boston's TD Garden has implemented a new bag policy, prohibiting bags larger than 6x4 inches and requiring frictionless security screening for entry. Fans are upset, with some calling the policy "totally ridiculous," while the arena's president emphasizes the importance of safety and security. Lockers are available for a $15 fee, with exceptions for diaper and medicine bags, and a new AI screening system aims to streamline the entry process.
TD Garden in Boston has implemented a new bag policy and AI screening process using Evolv technology to enhance security and streamline entry processes for all events. The new policy prohibits bags wider than six inches and encourages guests to avoid bringing bags altogether. Those with non-compliant bags can store them for a fee at The Mobile Locker Company. Medical and diaper bags exceeding the size limit are permitted but subject to x-ray screening.
TD Garden has implemented a strict new bag policy, limiting guests to small bags the size of a postcard, with larger bags requiring payment for storage. This has sparked outrage among attendees, particularly women who feel unfairly targeted. Exceptions are made for medical and diaper bags, as well as bags purchased at the Boston ProShops. Other venues in the area have similar but slightly more lenient policies, leading some to consider spending their money elsewhere.
TD Garden in Boston debuted AI-based security screening technology from Waltham-based Evolv Technology, coinciding with a new bag policy that limits attendees to small bags. Exceptions are made for specific items, and fans with non-compliant bags will be directed to check their items for a fee. The policy sparked criticism on social media due to its impracticality, with officials citing the change as a response to implementing Evolv's security screening equipment, which uses sensors and AI to detect concealed weapons without requiring fans to empty their pockets or bags.
Beyoncé has provided instructions for fans attending her concert at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, including dressing in silver fashions, navigating transportation options due to a lack of shuttle service, following a strict bag policy, and being prepared for a visually stunning show with potential surprise guests. Outside food and drink are not allowed, but nearby restaurants are available for pre-concert fueling.
Actor and comedian Marlon Wayans claims he was unfairly removed from a United Airlines flight after complying with the airline's request to consolidate his carry-on bags. Wayans says he was later removed from the flight by security and issued a ticket from the Denver police department. He missed his show and is demanding compensation from United Airlines. The airline defended their employee and their bag policy during a phone call with Wayans.
Carolina Country Music Fest 2023 is set to take place in Myrtle Beach this weekend, featuring a lineup of popular country music performers. The festival has a clear bag policy and bans certain items for safety reasons. Rideshare pick-up and drop-off will be along Chester Street, and there will be road closures in the downtown area. The festival box office is located at Ground Zero, and wristbands must be registered through the CCMF app.
The Red Sox will face off against the Orioles on Opening Day with Corey Kluber starting on the mound. NESN will provide pregame and postgame coverage, and the Red Sox are favored to win. The team has a new clubhouse and bag policy in place for fans attending the game. Bags must be single-compartment and no larger than 12"x12"x6", with clear bags encouraged for faster entry.