Principal Park Bag Policy
Let’s talk banned items. You cannot bring: weapons, alcohol, glass bottles, fireworks, or any bag larger than the allowed size. Also, no coolers—unless they’re medical coolers for insulin, and trust me, they’ll inspect those like they’re hunting for lost treasure. One guy tried to bring a backpack cooler once. Security treated him like he was smuggling a nuclear device.
Principal Park Bag Policy for the Iowa Cubs | TSR
Surprising fact: The policy also bans selfie sticks, because nobody wants to watch you film your own nose hair while Ozzie Albies is batting. And if you try to bring a large beach umbrella? They’ll laugh at you—in a polite Iowa way, but still.
Pockets Are Your New Best Friend
Here’s a pro tip: use your pockets. They’re not governed by the bag policy. Stuff your phone, wallet, and a snack in your jeans. You can even shove a small flask in your jacket if you’re feeling rebellious—but don’t tell them I told you. The official rule says no outside alcohol, but a tiny, secret flask? That’s between you and your conscience.
I once saw a woman bring in a whole rotisserie chicken wrapped in foil, tucked into her coat pocket. Security didn’t bat an eye. She ate it during the seventh-inning stretch. Legend.