Outside Lands operates on a clear bag policy, which means your stylish suede crossbody from that vintage shop in the Mission? Leave it at home. All bags must be transparent—plastic, vinyl, or PVC—and can’t exceed 12” x 6” x 12”. Think of it as a chic, see-through clutch for the chemically-inclined crowd.
If you’re stubborn and want to bring a non-clear bag, it must be a small wristlet or clutch no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”. That’s roughly the size of a paperback you’d pretend to read at a coffee shop. Anything bigger than that, and you’re donating it to the lost-and-found gods.
What About the Practical Stuff? (You Know, Like Sunscreen and Your Phone)
Here’s the fun part: you can absolutely bring a hydration pack—just make sure it has two pockets or fewer and is empty of liquid when you enter. CamelBaks are the unofficial mascot of festival hydration, but check that you’re not accidentally smuggling in a 17-pocket tactical vest. Also, sunscreen must be in a container smaller than 3.4 ounces. Yes, even that cool-looking spray bottle from the organic store.
Pro tip: carry a fanny pack (clear, obviously) for your phone, cards, and lip balm. It’s the MVP of 2026 festival fashion—half utility, half statement. And no, you cannot bring a selfie stick, a GoPro pole, or anything that could double as a weapon (like a wooden hula hoop, which is a real thing people try).
