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Policies & Procedures: Graduations

Clear Bag Policy

Guests may carry one clear plastic or vinyl bag no larger than 14” x 14” x 6”. Small clutch bags no larger than 6.5″ x 4.5″ (does not have to be clear) or clear one gallon zip-top storage bags are also permitted.

Backpacks and purses larger than 6.5″ x 4.5″ will not be permitted.

Exceptions will be made for medically necessary items or single compartment diaper bags (child must be present).

Security Procedures

All guests are subject to search upon entry, which may include bag checks, metal detectors, and physical search. Please leave ALL weapons at home; including firearms, knives of any kind and/or wallet chains.

Cashless Concessions

Concessions stands at the Stadium are cashless; all major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay are accepted.

  • No outside food or drink is allowed.

  • Prohibited items include, but are not limited to:

    • Aerosols
    • Ammunition
    • Animals that are not service animals
    • Artificial noisemakers
    • Balloons
    • Bicycles/scooters
    • Camping gear
    • Chairs
    • Coolers and bins
    • Cushions with legs
    • Drones
    • Drugs and paraphernalia
    • Explosives
    • Fireworks
    • Flammable liquids
    • Glass
    • Laser pointers
    • Mace and pepper spray
    • Outside food and beverage (excluding water in a plastic or metal container)
    • Pocketknives
    • Projectiles
    • Signs with sticks (signs must be held by one person and no larger than 24” wide)
    • Strollers or Wagons
    • Toy guns
    • Umbrellas
    • Wallet chains
    • Weapons, firearms or anything that may be perceived as a weapon

    Possession of illegal items will result in confiscation. Non-illegal prohibited items may be returned to the owner's vehicle. The Podium Powered by STCU hires Contemporary Services Corporation (CSC) to perform public safety inspections. CSC may be required to discard illegal contraband.

    On-duty officers with the Spokane Police Department and the Spokane County Sheriff's Office may enter the venue at any time. Off-duty law enforcement with either agency may be vetted through their respective supervisors to receive access privileges for service weapons.

  • Personal and professional photography and video recording is allowed for graduation ceremonies.

  • The Podium Powered by STCU complies with the Washington Indoor Clean Air Act which prohibits smoking or vaping in all public places as well as 25 feet from any entrance, exit, or ventilation intake at a public place. This includes, but is not limited to: cigarettes, e-cigarettes, vape pens, and smokeless tobacco.

*Policies subject to change