Stage AE Rules

Stage AE has a set of rules and policies to ensure safety and allow performances to run smoothly without interruption. Before you visit Stage AE, it is a good idea to get familiar with the rules, so you know what to expect when you get to the venue. 

Please take a moment to read and review these rules as guests found in violation may be expelled without refund or banned.

If you have any questions you may call the following number Monday – Friday 2pm – 6pm: (412) 229-5483.

All-Ages Policy

This venue is an all-ages venue. So please keep behavior appropriate and assume that children may be watching.

Camera Policy

The camera policy is set by the artist. Generally, we prohibit professional cameras, recording devices or external flash/lighting. Many artists will allow you to bring a disposable or small digital camera. If you have a question about the camera policy for a specific show, please contact us.

Door Policy

The time listed on your ticket is the time that the doors will open for the show. Live music will usually start about an hour after the doors open, but that’s always subject to change. Also, the venue staff don’t usually know the set times, that’s up to the bands to decide.

Bag Policy

The following bags are allowed within the venue:

Stage AE has a strict bag policy for security reasons:

» Small bags are allowed but must be no bigger than 4.5” x 6.5” x 3”.
» No backpacks are allowed for any reason.
» Clear totes bags are allowed but must not exceed 12” x 12” x 6”.

Children Policy

Patrons three years or older need a ticket to attend events. Due to the nature of Stage AE events, we do not recommend bringing small children, but if you do, please bring adequate ear protection.

Medication Policy

We recommend that if a prescription medication is necessary you only bring the medication in a quantity appropriate to the amount of time you will be visiting. Please bring it in a sealed package with the printed prescription label. If at all possible, please bring a copy of the written prescription. Be aware that photo identification may be requested by security or authorities upon entry.

Non-Gendered Restroom Policy

There are two family and non-gendered restroom facilities available inside the venue and upon request. Please check with a member of our guest services staff and they can direct you.

There is also a non-gendered restroom available outdoors at the back of the lawn, near the Lyft Gate.

Prohibited Items

The following items are not allowed at the venue. Please leave them at home.

» Blankets or tarps
» Strollers
» iPads, laptops or tablets
» Food or beverage
» Selfie sticks, monopods or tripods
» Bottles, flasks or cans
» Coolers
» Lawn chairs and cushions
» Umbrellas (we recommend bringing a poncho)
» Hula Hoops
» GoPros
» Recording devices, professional cameras, removable lenses and external lighting
» Fireworks or flammable items/liquids
» Aerosol sunscreen (lotion is permitted)
» Candles
» Laser pointers
» Incendiary devices
» Inline skates
» Skateboards
» Bicycles
» Pets
» Helmets
» Bags or backpacks (please refer to our bag policy listed above)
» Carabiners
» Any form of weapon, including knives, mace or pepper spray
» Chains and wallet chains
» Anything with spikes/studs on them (shoes, bracelets, rings, clothing, etc.)
» Battery operated glow sticks, glow balls or ropes
» Unlabeled medication or illegal drugs
» Signs, flyers and totems
» Confetti, streamers, glitter or balloons
» Drones
» Sticks, poles or sports equipment
» Wrapped items or gifts
» Inflatables
» Masks (excluding those worn for protection against COVID-19)
» Fidget spinners, Yo-yos or hacky sacks
» Whistles, horns or noisemakers
» Handbills or flyers
» Stickers, markers, or paint
» Aerosol cans

Some prohibited items can be requested by artists performing at the venue. Please contact the venue on the day of the event you are attending if you have any questions about items you can bring to the venue.

Prohibited items must be returned to your vehicle or discarded. Prohibited items will not be kept or stored on venue property. Anything placed outside of our gates or fence will be discarded or removed by authorities.

Stage AE reserves the right to deny drugs that are unlabeled, unidentifiable, in large quantities or for reasons otherwise cited by security/management.

Re-Entry Policy

Stage AE events have a “no re-entry” policy, which means once you enter, you cannot leave and re-enter. There are food and beverages available on-site, as well as an ATM.

Smoking Policy

Indoor shows are non-smoking including but not limited to e-cigs, vapes, etc. in accordance to Allegheny County law.