Monster Jam New Orleans Bag Policy

So, you’ve scored tickets to Monster Jam in New Orleans. You’re ready to watch giant trucks crush cars into origami. But first, you have to survive the bag policy.

Let’s talk about that bag policy.

It’s almost as complicated as explaining why a 10,000-pound truck named “Grave Digger” has a day job as a family sedan. The rule is simple: clear bags only. And I mean crystal-clear—like your conscience after you admit you secretly love the monster truck theme song.

If you show up with a leather purse, security will treat it like a fifth-grade science project that didn’t get approved. They’ll ask you to take it back to your car, which is a five-mile walk in New Orleans humidity. Surprising fact: That walk will make you sweat more than the monster trucks burn fuel in a single jump.

What bags are actually allowed?

Your options are: a clear plastic bag (12”x6”x12” max) or a small clutch (4.5”x6.5” max). That clutch is barely big enough for a single beignet and your dignity. No backpacks. No fanny packs. No “I’m just holding this for my friend” excuses—they’ve heard them all.

Think of it like airport security, but with more engines and fewer snacks. A pro tip: use a Ziploc freezer bag. It’s cheap, it’s clear, and it makes you look like you’re smuggling lunch for a very tough toddler.

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The one exception to the rule.

You can bring a diaper bag, but only if you actually have a baby with you. Don’t try to rent one at the gate—security knows when a baby is borrowed, like a library book nobody returned. The same goes for medical bags, but expect a side-eye if you pull out a first-aid kit for a hangnail.

And here’s a wild one: no glass bottles or cans. Yes, even if you’re planning to use them as tiny monster truck obstacles. The only approved container is a plastic kiddie hat filled with soda, which is both ridiculous and allowed.

What happens if you break the rules?

You’ll be met by a security team that’s been trained to smile politely while internally reviewing your life choices. They’ll direct you to a “bag check” table that costs $10 per bag. That’s more than a souvenir shirt, and you don’t even get a sticker for your trouble.

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Alternatively, you can just leave your bag in the car. Park in the Superdome lot, and you’ll be fine. Just make sure the car isn’t parked near a ramp—you’ve seen what those trucks do to cars, right? Surprising fact: Monster Jam trucks have tires that weigh 800 pounds each. If you forget your bag, that’s the only thing heavier than your regret.

Final advice from a chaos veteran.

Show up early, wear cargo shorts with deep pockets, and pack your phone and cash like you’re smuggling gold to Mordor. The bag policy is strict, but the show is gloriously loud—so loud you’ll forget you ever owned a purse.

And if you see a guy with a clear bag full of earplugs and hot sauce? That’s me. Don’t judge. I’m prepared for the apocalypse, or at least the pre-show fireworks. See you in the pit—just leave the fanny pack at home.