Here’s the thing. You don’t want to be that person holding up the line. The game starts in ten minutes, and you’re frantically shoving sunscreen into a Ziploc bag. I’ve been that person. It’s humiliating.
So do what I do: grab a small clear crossbody on Amazon. It’s cheap. It’s cute. And you’ll look like a pro while everyone else is playing bag Tetris with security.
Or just wear a jacket with giant pockets. Pro move. You can fit a phone, a wallet, and a bag of peanuts in those bad boys.
What Happens If You Break the Rules?
You’ll be forced to either pay for a locker (yes, those exist, but they fill up fast). Or you’ll walk your bag all the way back to your car, missing the first pitch and your chance to boo the Astros.
Reds announce new bag policy in effect starting Opening Day
I saw a grown man cry because they made him toss his backpack. It wasn’t even a nice backpack. But the principle hurt him.
Don’t let that be you. Check the Reds’ official site before you leave. It takes two minutes and saves you a walk of shame.