FAQs

All persons and their belongings are subject to metal detector screening and bag inspection prior to entering the event. Guests are encouraged to arrive early to avoid delays. All prohibited items will not be allowed inside the event.

The following items are NOT ALLOWED in the Venice Pride Festival:

• Any bags that are not clear and/or exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″ are prohibited.
• Bags, Backpacks or Purses which do not meet Bag Policy guidelines. Hard or Soft Coolers, Baskets, Packages or Containers;
• Alcoholic Beverages, Bottles or Cans. (Factory sealed bottles of water, 17 oz. or less, are allowed; limit 2 per person);
• Illegal Drugs and Weapons including Firearms, Knives, Explosives, Fireworks, Lighters and Laser Pointers;
• Professional Cameras (lenses longer than 3”) and Camera Equipment, Selfie-Sticks, Tripods and Video or Audio Recording Equipment;
• Banners, Sticks, Poles, Inflatables, Frisbees, Balls, and Unsliced Fruits or Vegetables;
• Umbrellas, Balloons, Strollers, Skateboards and Folding or Beach Chairs;
• Pets (Service Animals are allowed);

The following items ARE ALLOWED in the Venice Pride Festival:

• Totally clear plastic, vinyl or PVC and do not exceed 12″ x 6″ x 12″.  Bags should not have buckles, grommets/hardware or décor that conceals any part of the bag’s contents;
• Small clutch bags, which cannot exceed 4.5″ x 6.5″ in size, with or without a handle;
• Fanny packs/crossbody bags, which cannot exceed 12″ x 6″ x 4.”

Venice Beach Recreation Center is a smoke-free environment. Smoking and smoking implements are prohibited in any area of the park.

Please do not conceal items. Have all items clearly visible inside an approved bag. All Bags must meet Bag Policy guidelines and are subject to inspection upon entry.