Venue Policies

For all events held at the 1-A/DAA Cow Palace Arena & Event Center, the following prohibited items and bag policy will take into effect.

Any bags that are brought inside must be in compliance with our bag policy. Bags that are not in compliance must be returned to the patron's vehicle or discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation and the person in possession of such items is subject to arrest.

REFUSAL OF ANY GUEST TO COOPERATE WILL RESULT IN NON-ADMITTANCE INTO THE COW PALACE

Cow Palace MANAGEMENT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR any lost, stolen, damaged itmes or LEFT BEHIND AT THE GATE

***MASKS RECOMMENDED WHEN NOT ACTIVELY EATING OR DRINKING***

Photography

No professional/commercial photography is allowed
Personal "point and shoot" and phone cameras are allowed

This policy is subject to change for specific shows. Please check the Events Page for more details on the photography policy.

DRONES

The operation of drones, unmanned aircraft and remote controlled aircraft anywhere on, around or over the premises is strictly prohibited without the advanced written consent of the Cow Palace.
Violators may be subject to civil and criminal penalties.

STROLLERS

Strollers are not allowed in the Main Arena for seated shows
Before entering the Main Arena, please check in all strollers at the Guest Services Offices located in the Main Lobby

PROHIBITED ITEMS

NO Aerosol products/cans
NO Artificial Noisemakers
NO Ball, Frisbees or Projectiles (including inflatables)
NO Bota Bags
NO Costumes that resemble public safety uniforms (Police, SWAT, Fire, Security or Medical) in any way
NO Drones/remote-controlled aircraft or toys
NO Drugs or drug paraphernalia
NO E-Liquid or E-juice of any kind
NO Gas Masks
NO Glass, cans, cups or coolers
NO Helium balloons
NO Illegal substances
NO Large purses, bag or backpacks (over 12" X 6" X 12")
NO Large radios
NO Laster pointers or air horns
NO LED gloves or LED microlights used for light shows
NO Liquid makeup
NO Markers, pens or spray paint
NO Massagers
NO Open packs of cigarettes
NO Outside Food or beverages (including alcohol and candy)
NO Over-The-Counter medication
NO Pacifiers
NO Pets
NO Professional photo, video or audio recording equipment (no detachable lenses, tripods, big zooms or commercial-use rigs)
NO Stickers or flyers
NO Stuffed animals or dolls
NO Tents, large umbrellas chairs or blankets
NO Toy Guns, water guns or slingshots
NO Unsealed tampons or pads (upon entry)
NO Weapons of any kind (includes pocket knives, pepper spray, fireworks, etc.)
Any item deemed by Management to be dangerous, inappropriate or disruptive to other attendees' enjoyment of the Event

Approved Bags (to be searched by Event Security upon entry):

1-gallon plastic bag
Clear purse
Clear fanny pack
Purses or Clutches with shoulder or wrist strap (no larger than 5" X 9" X 2")
Diaper Bag

Non-Approved Bags:

Purse
Backpack
Clear backpacks (larger than 12" X 6" X 12")
Binoculars case
Camera case
Tinted plastic bag
Oversized tote bag
Printed pattern plastic bag
Fanny pack
Seat cushion
Mesh Bag

Health & Safety Guidelines

Please refer to the San Mateo County Public Health Guidelines.