Bag policy
Checked Sep 24, 2026For live music in the Great Hall, guests may bring one bag no larger than 30 × 20 × 10 cm. Oversized bags are directed to the bag drop; requirements may vary by event.
Allowed
- One bag up to 30 × 20 × 10 cm
Not allowed
- Oversized bags in the Great Hall
Entrances and doors
Checked Sep 24, 2026Great Hall and West Hall concert entry normally uses Palm Court on the west side; check the event page for any alternative. Download e-tickets before arriving.
Parking
Checked Sep 24, 2026Palace car parks charge after the first 30 free minutes; Blue Badge holders park for free. East Court is normally open 5:30 a.m.–12:30 a.m. but hours vary on event days.
Rideshare
Checked Sep 24, 2026The palace FAQ and visitor arrival pages do not designate a rideshare pickup site.
Accessibility
Checked Sep 24, 2026Blue Badge parking is free in East Court on a first-come basis. Contact Visitor Services about accessible tickets and assistance before the concert.
Food and drink
Checked Sep 24, 2026Great Hall gig nights typically have Festival Village bars and street food vendors, and the Phoenix Bar & Pizzeria also operates on site. Sales are cashless.
Re-entry
Checked Sep 24, 2026The palace’s general Great Hall FAQ does not state a universal exit-and-re-entry rule for gigs.
Tickets and will call
Checked Sep 24, 2026The concert FAQ recommends showing e-tickets on a phone, but does not specify a general box-office collection procedure for Great Hall concerts.