A trip to the O2 Arena promises a day of fun and memories. Whether going to a concert, a sports event or laughing all night with a top comedian, the O2 has it all.

But before going to the London-based arena, it's important to check the less exciting but just as important details.

As with any large venue, there are policies for bags and prohibited items in place to protect and make sure the O2 Arena is a safe space.

On the O2 Arena website, they share: "We take the safety of our fans and visitors very seriously.

"Please cooperate fully with security checks and support our team as they carry out their checks."

Before you head to the O2 Arena for your next night out, check the bag policy and the full list of prohibited items.

You can find out more information via the O2 Arena website. 

What items are banned from the O2 Arena?

The following items are prohibited from the O2 Arena:

  • Items which are illegal
  • weapons
  • bladed/sharp articles
  • ammunition
  • explosives
  • horns
  • whistles
  • drums
  • fireworks
  • flags
  • flagpoles
  • inflatables
  • large umbrellas
  • glass bottles
  • flammable liquids in any container
  • laser pens
  • professional camera equipment
  • illegal drugs
  • alcoholic beverages
  • animals (except Service Dogs)
  • confetti
  • glitter bombs
  • balloons
  • wheeled footwear
  • helmets
  • full face masks
  • Go Pros and iPads
  • food and drink
  • any other item which in our reasonable opinion, may cause danger or disruption to any Event or to other visitors (regardless of whether or not such item is illegal or is carried for specific purposes)

There can also be further banned items when artists perform at an event or their management has asked the O2 Arena to prohibit them. 

O2 Arena London bag policy 

The O2 Arena has a strict bag policy that must be followed to gain entry into the venue.

 The O2 states: "You will be permitted to take an A4 size bag or smaller into the arena. One bag is allowed per person."

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Small bags are classed as smaller than an A4 size, while backpacks, travel cases, laptop bags and large tote bags are NOT permitted inside the arena.

Bags larger than the permitted size will have to be left at the bag storage facility just outside the main entrance at a cost of £10 per bag. 

Plus, the O2 also shares: "All bags will be searched and screened before being accepted into the bag storage facility. Bag storage closes 1 hour after showdown."