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The Wisconsin State Fair begins today, and hopefully you've planned which Sporkies you want to dig into, which rides to try and which acts you want to rock out to. But don't forget one of the most important preparations: knowing what you can and cannot bring into the grounds these next several days, so you don't cause a security logjam. 

The State Fair recently announced its safety and security policies and procedures for the summer classic, including vehicle barriers to guide and define traffic coming in. Arguably the most important policies for attendees, though, are the rules regarding what people can and cannot bring inside the fair – including a new bag policy for 2022. 

For anyone visiting the State Fair, all bags and purses must be smaller than 9"x10"x12", save for an exception for diaper bags. Messenger or camera bags as well as hard-sided coolers will not be allowed in as well. If you bring a bag that's not allowed, it must be returned to your vehicle or home since State Fair will not have lockers available for storage – and any confiscated prohibited items will not be returned. 

In addition to bags smaller than the size restriction, the following items are allowed on the State Fair grounds: Collapsible or telescopic umbrellas (but not at the main stage) Strollers or wagons Small cameras (professional-grade cameras or video equipment is only allowed with proper media credential) One (1) sealed water bottle per person Soft-sided coolers for infant/family need or dietary need Backpacks used as diaper bags

On the other hand, items that are not allowed on the fairgrounds include: Illegal drugs/substances and paraphernalia Firearms Knives Weapons or anything that could be used as such Fireworks, sparklers or explosives Camelback-style hydration packs Large stick or golf umbrellas Picnic baskets Outside food (unless for infants or specific dietary needs) Glass bottles Aerosol cans Alcohol Drones Pets (unless a service animal) Selfie sticks Signs Banners or flags on poles Laser pointers Lawn chairs Skateboards, hoverboards, electric scooters or skates Bicycles, tricycles and unicycles Hula hoops Stadium seats

For more information on the 2022 Wisconsin State Fair's policies and prohibited items, visit their website. And for more info and updates on the late summer spectacular, stay tuned to OnMilwaukee.

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When he's not writing about the latest blockbuster or talking much too glowingly about "Piranha 3D," Matt can probably be found watching literally any sport (minus cricket) or working at - get this - a local movie theater. Or watching a movie. Yeah, he's probably watching a movie.