New Orleans Pelicans Bag Policy 2026

So, you’re heading to the Smoothie King Center in 2026 to catch the New Orleans Pelicans—maybe it’s a blowout game against the Lakers, or you’re just there for the beignets and gumbo (no judgment). But before you get sidetracked by visions of Zion soaring through the air, let’s talk about the 2026 Pelicans Bag Policy. Because nothing kills a pre-game buzz faster than being the person holding a tote bag the size of a small whale while security gives you that look.

Here’s the skinny: clear bags only, folks. I’m talking see-through, like your intentions after three hurricanes. Maximum size is 12” x 6” x 12”—that’s perfectly sized for your phone, a backup lip gloss, and maybe one single, very determined granola bar. If you show up with a non-clear purse bigger than a wallet, you’ll be forced to walk of shame it back to your car. And let’s be real: nobody wants to be that person in a Pelicans jersey sprinting through the French Quarter at tip-off.

Diaper bags and medical bags get a pass—because babies and insulin pumps are more important than my desire for a clutch. But otherwise, keep it simple. Think of it as Marie Kondo meets March Madness: if it doesn’t spark joy (or fit in a Ziploc), leave it in the car. Pro tip: grab a Pelicans-branded clear tote at the team store—it’s stylish, functional, and screams “I actually read the bag policy.”

So pack light, leave the fanny pack drama at home, and focus on what matters: the thunderous roar of the crowd, the sweet sound of a three-pointer, and the fact that you’re in New Orleans, where even a bag policy can’t dampen the joie de vivre. Go Pelicans—and may your pockets be deep enough for your spirit and your snacks.