As you plan your trip to the Mullins Center, please be aware of the security measures in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable atmosphere for everyone. Guests may be required to walk through metal detectors when entering the venue. To expedite the process, we ask that guests remove cell phones and keys from their pockets and encourage patrons to avoid bringing bags to the facility. Purses, diaper bags, and other small personal bags are allowed but will be inspected at all entrances. No storage or check-in area will be provided for items not permitted inside the arena and items confiscated at the entrance will not be returned. For a full list of prohibited items please see below:

The following items are not permitted inside the Mullins Center:

  • Professional cameras or Audio/Video recording devices (Professional cameras are allowed only for UMass Commencements)
  • Any gifts or packages should be returned to the sender/patron
  • Backpacks, Over-sized purses, Large bags, duffle bags or boxes
    • No bags over 14" x 14" x 6" will be allowed
  • Outside food or beverages
  • Cans, bottles, coolers or other similar containers
  • Laser pens or laser products
  • Noise making devices (horns, whistles, etc.)
  • Projectiles (including beach balls and frisbees)
  • Over-sized signs (larger than 2' x 3')
  • Stickers
  • Drones
  • Halloween masks
  • Promotional items with intent to distribute (must be approved by General Manager)
  • Spray paint
  • Strollers that do not fold up
  • Balloons
  • Laptops  
  • Tobacco products, e-cigarettes, vapes, lighters, etc
  • Heeleys, skateboards or roller skates
  • Sticks or poles
  • Spiked necklaces and pins of any kind
  • Illegal substances, drug paraphernalia, or alcohol
  • Animals except service animals
  • Knives, guns, chains or clubs
  • Weapons of any kind or any kind of item that could be construed as a weapon
  • Umbrellas
  • Any other item deemed unacceptable by Management

DISCLAIMER: Each event has certain standards and requirements that need to be met in order for the event to take place, therefore policies and requirements are subject to change based on the specific details of each event. These changes can take place at anytime leading up to an event and are subject to change without notice. Please make sure to visit the event specific page for further detail.