All guests entering Freedom Hall may be subject to either metal detector or hand held wand screening and bag check. Entrance will be denied and a full refund made to any patrons refusing to submit to inspection. Inspections are conducted by female security officers; males may request a male officer for inspection. Freedom Hall reserves the right to eject any patron for unlawful or unruly behavior.
Freedom Hall does not permit any firearms on the premises, even if a patron possesses a concealed carry permit. Only police officers who are on duty are allowed to carry firearms inside the venue.
Ticket holders are not allowed re-entry after vacating the venue except in the event of an emergency, and then only at supervised, designated areas.
The City of Johnson City prohibits the use of tobacco and vapor products in Freedom Hall and on its grounds. There is no longer a designated smoking/vaping area for any event held at Freedom Hall. Individuals who are found in violation of the City’s tobacco and vape products ordinance will be ejected from the area and could be issued a citation.
The following items are prohibited and will not be allowed into the arena. Any patron in possession of a prohibited item will be asked to return that item to their vehicle before having their tickets scanned for entrance into the building.
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- Video and audio recording devices
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- Laser pointers or noise makers
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- Outside food or beverages
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- Illegal drugs or paraphernalia
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- Laptop computers or tablets
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Cameras with detachable lenses are not allowed. Small snapshot cameras may or may not be allowed; will vary by event.
Any other items deemed unsafe or illegal.
Masks (At WWE events, only WWE brand masks will be permitted)
Any objects obstructing vision or interfering with the enjoyment of the event will be addressed on an individual basis.
Womens’ purses and other bags allowed only as outlined below.
Only clear bags will be allowed into the arena - details and size restrictions as follows:

Patrons who have medically necessary bags or items should call the Freedom Hall box office prior to the event to obtain more information and/or permission to bring the item.
For more detailed information on specific events, please call the Box Office at 423-461-4884.