Bag & Carry-In Policy

To ensure an efficient and positive entry experience for all fans, Milwaukee World Festival, Inc. has introduced a new clear bag and carry-in policy for all events at Henry Maier Festival Park.

Permitted Bags:

• Clear bags only (plastic, vinyl, PVC, drawstring, or cinch-style) not exceeding 12” x 12” x 6”
• Small clutches, small bags, wallets, or fanny packs not exceeding 6” x 9” 

Size Rule

Bags larger than 6” x 9” must be clear and may not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”.

Not Permitted:

• Backpacks
• Large non-clear bags
• Any bag exceeding the size limits

Medical, Privacy & Personal Care Items

Guests who need to bring medication, medical equipment, diapers, nursing supplies, or other personal care items may do so consistent with the following guidelines:

• Items may be carried in an approved clear bag (up to 12” x 12” x 6”).
• For privacy, guests may place personal or medical items inside a smaller opaque bag and then place that bag inside an approved clear bag.
• Smaller bags or privacy bags remain subject to inspection.
• Nursing mothers may bring necessary items in a similar manner or in a separate bag for personal care needs.

Reasonable accommodations will be made for guests with medical or accessibility-related needs consistent with safety requirements. All items remain subject to inspection.

Please Note:

• Security personnel will determine compliance with this policy at the point of entry.
• Security will not store or hold prohibited items. Please leave unnecessary items secured in your vehicle or at home to help expedite entry.
• This policy may be updated as needed.

We encourage you to visit Milwaukee World Festival's website page to view the full breakout of security policies at the gates and what is and is not allowed at the festival grounds.

Once you click the link below, scroll to the section that says "WHAT ARE THE SECURITY POLICIES AT THE GATES DURING EVENTS."

View Security and Carry-In Policy

Prohibited Items:

For safety and to expedite screening, the following items are prohibited inside the Park:

• Backpacks of any type
• Coolers, picnic baskets, or rigid containers
• Camera bags, laptop bags, briefcases, or luggage
• Camelback-style hydration packs
• Any other container deemed unsafe by security
• Outside food and beverages (unless needed for infants, medical, or dietary needs)
• Cans, Glass/Plastic containers, empty or sealed water bottles, or Metal Containers (including Yeti/Stanley type bottles, tumblers, and thermos)
• Stainless steel reusable drinking straws
• Self-defense sprays (such as OC, pepper spray, or mace)
• Aerosol cans (except for spray sunscreens 6oz or less, 1 per patron)
• Unmanned Aerial Vehicle or Drones
• Alcohol or Illegal drugs or substances
• Open or concealed weapons/firearms (including pocket knives)
• Objects that could be used as weapons
• Fireworks, sparklers, or explosives
• Professional cameras (cameras with a detachable lens or a lens that extends further than 3 inches) or video equipment
• Recording devices
• Brooms/broomsticks, selfie sticks, poles, trekking sticks, and tripods
• Pets (except for service animals or during special events or promotions)
• Banners or flags on poles
• Laser pointers
• Skateboards, roller skates, inline skates, or hoverboards
• Foot powered or electric scooters
• Bicycles, tricycles, or unicycles
• Wagons
• Kites
• Hula-hoops, Frisbees, and beach balls
• Stadium seats and lawn chairs

Milwaukee World Festival does not provide storage or accommodations for prohibited items and is not responsible for items discarded or left behind in the screening areas.

MWF reserves the right to alter carry-in item policies at any time. MWF will not offer accommodations for prohibited items and is not responsible for items left behind during the screening process.

Exceptions to Prohibited Bags and Containers

Medical and Family Needs: Guests with infant care items or medically necessary supplies may bring such items in a bag appropriate for those purposes, subject to inspection by Security.

Performer or Event-Specific Items: Certain events may allow limited exceptions (e.g., artist-approved merchandise bags or instrument cases). These items will be subject to screening by Security.