Prohibited Items
We have restrictions on what people can bring in into the venue for the safety and comfort of all our viewers. Northwestern University does not allow the following items:
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air horns or any other artificial noise makers, including instruments
- alcohol
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animals (excluding service animals)
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balloons
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banners
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bottles or cans*
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cameras with detachable lenses
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confetti of any kind
- coolers
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fireworks
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flags
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flyers and handouts
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glitter
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laser pens or laser products of any type
- masks**
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outside food
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poles or sticks
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projectiles
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selfie sticks
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signs
- tents
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umbrellas (any size)
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weapons of any kind, including guns, knives, ammunition, explosives, pepper spray and mace
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anything else that would interfere with another guest’s sight lines or enjoyment of the ceremony
*Guests may bring a clear, plastic factory-sealed water bottle or empty, reusable water bottle (non-glass) to our on-campus venues.
**The use of masks is prohibited except when medically necessary