Pine Knob 2026: What You Can Bring In and What You Can’t

Pine Knob Music Theatre will soon kick off its 2026 concert season, and if you are planning to attend a show at the popular Michigan venue, you may be wondering what items you can and cannot bring inside.

Most of us are well aware that the days of bringing your own cooler into Pine Knob Music Theatre are long gone. But did you know you can bring food into Pine Knob Music Theatre for religious, dietary, and medical purposes?

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For the most part, what you can and cannot bring into Pine Knob Music Theatre is common sense, but reviewing the lists beforehand could save you a trip back to your vehicle.

What can't I bring into Pine Knob Music Theatre?

• Outside food and beverages (except one bottle of water and food for medical, dietary, or religious needs)
• Alcoholic beverages of any kind
• Drugs
• Marijuana
• Coolers
• Animals (except approved service animals)
• Drones
• Fireworks
• Bikes
• Roller Blades
• Skateboards
• Aerosol cans
• Laser pointers
• Video and recording devices, including tripods, Go-Pros, and eyeglass recording devices
• Noisemakers such as airhorns, cowbells, whistles, bells, horns, and kazoos
• Banners, signs, and flags larger than 11" x 17
• Weapons - guns, knives, pepper spray, mace, brass knuckles, ammunition, fake weapons, squirt guns.
• Umbrellas with pointed tips

What can I bring into Pine Knob Music Theatre?

• One factory-sealed plastic water bottle (20 oz. or smaller) or one empty plastic water bottle
• Single-serving food items for medical, dietary, or religious needs
• Baby bottles
• Blankets
• Binoculars
• Headphones
• Laptops, tablets, and iPads
• Small portable radios
• Battery-powered or rechargeable handheld fans
• Battery-operated coats, gloves, and vests
• Cameras without detachable lenses longer than eight inches
• Seat cushions with soft surfaces only
• Umbrellas with non-pointed tips (may not be opened during shows unless there is a rain delay)
• Signs or banners smaller than 11" x 17" that are not attached to poles or sticks
• Bags, clutches, wallets, fanny packs, and clear bags smaller than 4" x 6" x 1.5"
• Diaper and parenting bags smaller than 16" x 16" x 8"
• Medical bags for dietary or medical needs smaller than 16" x 16" x 8"
• Collapsible or beach chairs no higher than 12 inches from the ground to the seat bottom when unfolded
• Strollers are allowed inside the venue, but not in seating areas
• Wheeled mobility devices for ADA accessibility
• Masks are only permitted when specifically requested by the performing artist and must be worn while seated

I would not even want to bring in half of the items on this list. A laptop, really?

Can I pay with cash at Pine Knob Music Theatre?

No, Pine Knob is cashless. Guests are welcome to use a credit card, debit card, or digital payment - Apple Pay or Google Pay.

Don’t forget to bring your driver’s license or another valid ID if you plan to purchase alcoholic beverages.

Pine Knob is located at 33 Bob Seger Drive in Clarkston, 48348.