What is the bag policy at Centre Bell?
Bell Centre performs electronic entrance searches and has no coat check. Its official security page does not publish bag dimensions; guests should check event-specific instructions before attending.
Montréal venue guide
Plan your visit to Centre Bell in Montréal with entrance, accessibility, transit, parking, dining, and upcoming event details.
Bag policy
Bell Centre performs electronic entrance searches and has no coat check. Its official security page does not publish bag dimensions; guests should check event-specific instructions before attending.
Entrances
Doors generally open about 90 minutes before Canadiens games; event times vary. CIBC VIP and M2 entrances have event-specific openings. Smoking and vaping are prohibited.
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Venue essentials
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Bell Centre performs electronic entrance searches and has no coat check. Its official security page does not publish bag dimensions; guests should check event-specific instructions before attending.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Canadiens FAQ / Bell Centre Security
Bell Centre provides 58 wheelchair-reserved areas for Canadiens games, with one companion per wheelchair guest. Tickets are available through the box office.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Canadiens FAQ Accessibility
Policies can change by event. Venue signs, staff, and official event notices are the source of truth at the door.
Getting there
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Montréal
The official Getting Here page provides transit options, but named station steps are not available in the current extract; confirm STM routing day-of.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Bell Centre Getting Here
Parking
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Official operating notes that apply across events at this venue.
Bell Centre restaurants open to ticket holders on event nights; Club Desjardins includes food and nonalcoholic drinks in the ticket price.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Canadiens FAQ Restaurants
Official pages publish no detailed restroom map; confirm accessible facilities with guest services.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Bell Centre Accessibility Guide
Tricolore Sports operates the official Canadiens store at Bell Centre.
Verified Sep 14, 2026Canadiens FAQ Shop
Upcoming events
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