A running belt fits all the concert essentials

Wanting to bliss out to my favorite bands without stuff jangling in (and possibly falling out of) my pockets, I hit upon an inexpensive alternative: the running belt. As supervising editor Catherine Kast, puts it, “They’re ugly, they show off all your personal stuff, and they’re only designed for one use, really.” Roomier bags are typically permitted at most venues so long as they’re see-through, but you’re not alone if buying a clear tote or backpack feels like throwing away money on a cheap piece of plastic. For example, in order to “ reduce staff contact with guest belongings,” Live Nation Entertainment venues only permit attendees to carry “clutch bags” measuring 6.5 by 4.5 inches maximum-smaller than the smallest fanny pack we recommend. While longer events like Coachella and Bonnaroo allow you to carry backpacks or bags that can hold multiple days of supplies, most concert venues, especially indoor venues, have strict limits on how big your bag can be. (I was redirected to a bag check at the far end of the security line by the time I finally got to my seat, I’d missed the opening act, who I was there to see.)

What I thought was a rather modest 11-by-8-inch purse was recently turned away on a visit to Bethel Woods Center for the Arts in Bethel, New York, where size limits are 8.5 by 5.5 inches. Today’s venue rules: Mostly clear or tiny bags But don’t worry: You can just bring a running belt instead. With venues imposing restrictive bag regulations, your usual purse or carryall might not make it past the gate - something I learned the hard way. When getting ready to attend a concert or festival, you’ll likely have coordinated your transportation (and your outfits) ahead of time, but the bag you plan to use may be an afterthought.

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