Hot Summer Game Guide

Beat the heat, keep your phone alive, and enjoy the food without melting. This quick guide outlines what to pack for a hot match at Energizer Park, provides essential information about entry, and offers a simple system to keep you comfortable throughout the game.

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Quick picks

• Clear crossbody stadium bag, 14 × 14 × 6 inches or smaller — Shop

  • Read more about my recommendations here

• Cooling towel — Shop

  • Bring at least one per person. Around the stadium and near the drink stations there are typically sinks that you can soak the towels to cool down.

• Compact handheld USB fan — Shop

  • We bought 4 of these fans, in different colors, so that we could keep track of our own. They charge very quickly and last a long time. It has 6 speeds and can be folded to hold at different angles or placed in the cup holder for hands-free use. They also come with a lanyard that you can use to hang it around your neck. They are fantastic for both games and flights.

• Travel sunscreen — Shop

  • I love this sunscreen stick because it doesn’t create a mess and can be easily applied. My kids even use it without whining. Plus it works.

• SPF lip balm — Shop

• Slim USB-C power bank with built-in short cable — Shop

  • Whether it is a hot day game or a cold winter night, you will want to have a handheld portable fan or handwarmers and a plentiful charge. This is my pick because it is inexpensive and gets the job done, and it has the wires built in, so you don’t have to worry about bringing a charging cord!

What to know before you go

• Bag sizes: Clear bags up to 14 × 14 × 6 inches are allowed, wallets and clutches that are not clear up to 5 × 7 × 2 inches are allowed, all bags are subject to inspection. Backpacks are not permitted. St. Louis CITY SC

• Drinkware: Outside beverages and empty bottles are not allowed. The official CITY SC YETI Refillable Rambler 25 oz Straw Mug is the only drinkware allowed inside, it must be empty at entry and is sold at CITY Goods and Pavilion team stores. This is an excellent purchase if you buy it early in the season and plan to attend at least 10 games. Energizer ParkSt. Louis CITY SC

• Prohibited items: Check the current list before you leave. Rules can change by event. St. Louis CITY SC

What I carry for a hot match

• Cooling towels

• Compact handheld fan

• Slim power bank with a short cable

• Sunscreen stick and SPF lip balm near the top of the bag

• Foldable hat and sunglasses

• Clear crossbody bag that fits the size rules — Shop

Pack it fast, find it fast

1. Put flat items against the back panel, wipes, a slim power bank.

2. Use a small pouch for cables and lip balm to prevent items from getting lost or scattered.

3. Keep sunscreen and the fan on top for quick reapplication.

4. If you bring the official CITY Rambler mug, carry it empty and be ready to show the open lid at entry. Energizer Park

5. Keep your phone handy with tickets ready for the scanner.

Heat survival tips

• Re-cool your towel with a few ice cubes and water from a drink stand once inside.

• Use the fan often and charge when necessary.

• Aim for shade during halftime; even a few minutes helps. There is usually a good breeze on the east side of the 2nd concourse.

• Reapply sunscreen every 90 minutes, do it before the second half starts.

Family notes

• Pack SPF lip balm and a small sunscreen stick.

• A sticker or activity book helps during pre-match waits.

• Consider kids' earmuffs, especially if you sit near the supporters’ section.

• Plan your meals using my reviews.

FAQs

Can I bring a regular reusable bottle or an empty bottle to fill inside?
No. Outside beverages and empty bottles are not allowed. The only drinkware that can be brought in is the official CITY SC Refillable Rambler 25 oz Straw Mug, and it must be empty upon entry. Energizer Park

Where do I get the CITY SC Rambler?
At CITY Goods and Pavilion team stores, details are on the club site. St. Louis CITY SC

What size clear bag is allowed?
Up to 14 × 14 × 6 inches. Non-clear wallets or clutches up to 5 × 7 × 2 inches are allowed. Backpacks are not permitted. Check out Clear Bag guide on what clear bags I would recommend.

Do policies ever change for non-MLS events?
Event pages can list special notes. Always scan the current A–Z or Know Before You Go page before you leave. St. Louis CITY SC Energizer Park

Shop this match

• Clear crossbody bag, compliant size — Shop

• Clear bag with shoulder strap — Shop

• Clutch wallet, 5 × 7 × 2 or smaller — Shop

• Cooling towel — Shop

• Portable Handheld fan — Shop

• SPF lip balm — Shop

• Face Sunscreen — Shop

• Slim USB-C power bank — Shop

Last updated: September 2025. Policies can change; check the official pages before you go.