Light Lane

SECURITY UPDATE FOR ENTRY INTO APAD: INTRODUCING LIGHT LANE!

To streamline entry into Aldrich Park, security will have a separate queue line at the main entrance for bag-free attendees. Please look for the signs and join the correct lane:

The Light Lane: If you are traveling completely bag-free (pockets only), join this line. You will go through a dedicated security wand check. Because no manual bag searches happen in this lane, the queue moves significantly faster. Not sure if you qualify for the Light Lane? View the checklist below.

As you approach the front of The Light Lane, pull your phone, keys, and any metal items out of your pockets and hold them in your hands. This allows the security team to wand you quickly without false alarms, getting you onto the Aldrich Park lawn in seconds!

The Bag Check Lanes: If you bring a clear backpack, clear tote bag, clear fanny pack, or clutch, you must enter here for a manual bag inspection.

THE LIGHT LANE CHECKLIST:
If it doesn’t fit in a standard pocket, you belong in the Bag Check Lane!
YES: Items that fit invisibly or comfortably in your pants, jacket, or hoodie pockets.
NO: Any item requiring a strap, handles, or a separate pouch (even small ones!).
    If you are carrying any of these, you must use the standard Bag Check Lanes, even if they are empty:

  • Bags of All Sizes: Backpacks, tote bags, drawstring bags.
  • Small Personal Bags: Fanny packs, crossbody bags, clutches, clear stadium bags.
  • Outdoor Gear: Blankets and oversized hoodies carried in your arms.

We highly encourage leaving bags at home to enjoy the fastest entry process!

Prohibited Items

Please do not bring these items into the event. They will not be allowed in.

Any other items considered inappropriate and/or dangerous may be prohibited and are at the discretion of the on-site security, UC Irvine PD, and SGSM staff.

  • Bags, Backpacks, or purses that are not clear. Clear bags need to be no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”. All bags are subject to search.
  • Alcohol
  • Animals/Pets (Service Animals Permitted)
  • Balloons
  • Banners/Posters
  • Belts with Studs
  • Chairs
  • Coolers
  • Outside Food/Beverages
  • Costumes
  • Drones
  • Drug/Paraphernalia
  • Glass Bottles
  • Hammocks
  • Lasers Pens/Laser Items
  • Masks (Excluding those worn to prevent the spread of Covid-19)
  • Noise-Making Devices
  • Poles, Rods, Sticks and Dowels
  • Scooters, Skateboards & Hoverboards
  • Selfie Sticks
  • Umbrellas
  • Professional Video/Camera Equipment
  • Pocket Knives
  • Mace/Pepper Spray (This includes keychain ones, Please remove before entering)
  • Weapons/Toys That Mimic Weapons

Filming / Photography

Before using any device - including cellphones, cameras, or smart eyewear

You must ask and receive permission from anyone who may appear in your frame, whether they are the main subject or in the background. This applies to people’s personal moments and their creative offerings alike.

Alcohol Safety

You don't have to drink to have fun! Don't ever feel pressured (that's not cool), but if you do decide to, here's some tips we recommend.

  • Eat! Eat before you drink!
  • Alternate between alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, preferably with water to stay hydrated.
  • Keep track of the number of drinks you have. Remember, one drink is roughly: a 12 oz glass of beer, a 5 oz glass of wine, or 1.5 oz shot of liquor. See the Standard Drink poster/graphic for more detailed information on how to accurately count your alcoholic drinks.
  • Tell your friends to let you know when you’ve had too much to drink.
  • Pace your drinks to one or less per hour, and avoid drinking games.
  • Don’t take (or give) unwanted peer pressure
  • Have a designated driver who isn’t drinking, or use Lyft/Uber or other modes of safe transportation.
  • Watch over your friends and peers.
  • Do not provide or share alcohol with persons under the age of 21 (it’s illegal!).
  • Do not drive under the influence.
  • Drink responsibly.

Drug Safety

You don't have to take drugs to have fun! Don't ever feel pressured (that's not cool), but if you do decide to, here's some tips we recommend.

  • Do NOT mix drugs and alcohol. There is no way to anticipate how your body will react to the mixture- the reaction could be very serious or even fatal.
  • If you do not feel well, seek help immediately! DO NOT SLEEP IT OFF. The symptoms of drug overdose can be the same, more exaggerated, or totally different than those of excessive alcohol use.
  • Drink water.
  • Monitor your friend(s), and make sure they are drinking enough water.
  • If they are displaying extreme or out of character behavior, get them help. It could be the result of drugs or excessive alcohol in their system, and their health may be at risk.
  • By speaking up you could save your friend from serious harm, and could even save their life.
  • Do not drive under the influence.
  • Remember: You never know what you are actually taking. Though distributors may assure you that you are getting a certain drug, there is a high likelihood that this drug has been cut with something else, or is a different drug entirely. This is especially common with pills. ONE PILL CAN KILL!

First Aid