Ballpark Security
The A's would like to keep guests informed of our ballpark security policies and regulations. The following measures are in place for the safety and comfort of all guests.
Walk-through metal detectors are used at ballpark entry gates. Upon entry to the ballpark, fans will have their bags searched and will need to empty pockets before walking through a metal detector. Mobile phones and keys should remain in your pockets during entry. Any open liquids containers need to be empty before you enter the security lines.
The Athletics are committed to creating a safe, comfortable and enjoyable environment. Our staff is here to proactively assist you to help ensure a family entertainment experience. We will ensure your experience through enforcement of our Guest Code of Conduct. Sutter Health Park is a non-smoking facility.
Prohibited Items
In the interest of guest safety and enjoyment, Sutter Health Park reserves the right to prevent certain items from being brought into the venue. Items that are not allowed into Sutter Health Park include but are not limited to:
- Vape pens, cigarettes, and lighters
- Weapons on any kind (e.g., firearms, tasers/stun guns)
- Knives of all sizes
- Aerosol cans (e.g., spray paint)
- Glass bottles or cans
- Backpacks
- Bags larger than 8¡åx6¡åx1¡å
- Ice chests or hard-sided coolers
- Outside food/beverages (baby food/formula permitted)
- Pamphlets, product samples
- Bicycles (free bike parking is available on Ballpark Drive)
- Skateboards, rollerblades, hoverboards helmets, chairs
- Laptop computers
- 2-way radios
- Bats and clubs
- Drones
- Balloons, permanent markers
- Cameras: no professional and/or commercial cameras with interchangeable or detachable lenses
- Poles, selfie-sticks, tripods, monopods and missile-like objects that can be thrown
- Banners, flags and signs
- Clothing, garments or signs displaying explicit language, profanity or derogatory characterization towards any person(s)
- Unmanned aerial vehicles
- Illegal substances
- Mace or Pepper Spray
- Frisbees
- Beach balls or other inflatables
- Sticks or clubs (including signs attached to sticks)
- Laser pointers or any similar devices
- Flashlights of any type or size
- Any noise-making devices (e.g., air horns, bullhorns, whistles, drums, plastic horns, etc.)
- Fireworks
- Confetti
- Water or squirt guns and toy guns of any kind
- Animals (except certified service animals)
- Illegal drugs and alcohol
- Audio/Visual recording devices (includes GoPro, Google Glass, Spectacles, etc.)
- Any items arena management deems, in its discretion, to be dangerous
Re-entry Guidelines
The A's do not offer Exit/Re-entry privileges from the ballpark. Once a guest has exited the ballpark, the ticket will not be valid for entry again.
All local municipal codes and ordinances apply at Sutter Health Park regarding prohibited activities in the parking lot and inside the ballpark.
Permitted Items
The following items will be permitted with the following restrictions:
- Folding lawn or beach-style chairs (no higher than 9 inches off the ground) for guests holding a ticket for Toyota Home Run Hill. See LAWN SEATING AREA above.
- Baby formula, bottles, and baby food
- Clear bags, as defined in the "CLEAR BAG POLICY." Non-clear diaper bags are permitted and subject to search.
- Medications
- Unopened, soft-sided containers of drinks such as small milk cartons, bottled water, and juice boxes or pouches for children only. Reusable beverage containers are permitted inside the stadium so long as they are empty. (see BEVERAGES, BOTTLES & CANS above for more information)
- Still and video cameras (see CAMERA AND VIDEO EQUIPMENT section above)
- Binoculars
- Seat cushions
- Umbrellas for guests holding a ticket for Toyota Home Run Hill (subject to size restrictions and must not interfere with other guests)
- Brooms (subject to size restrictions)
- Fold-up strollers
Clear Bag Policy & Lawn Chair Seating Policy
CLEAR BAG POLICY
Sutter Health Park's policy is that all bags be subject to search upon entry, and within the ballpark. Please place all belongings in a clear plastic bag to help ensure fan and staff safety and to expedite your experience at the gates.
