Etihad Stadium Bag Policy: What Fans Can Bring on Matchday

Heading to the Etihad Stadium soon? Make sure you check your bags before leaving the house. The official stadium rules state that bags larger than A4 size (16.5cm x 29cm x 20cm) are strictly banned from entering the gates. Backpacks, holdalls, and large luggage items are not permitted, and the stadium does not provide a general public luggage storage facility on site. Small handbags or transparent concert purses under the size limit are allowed but will face strict manual searches at the turnstiles. If you are arriving with baggage from Manchester Piccadilly, consider using city centre storage hubs before taking the tram over. For a full breakdown of getting to the ground seamlessly, check out our comprehensive Etihad Stadium Parking & Transport Guide.