LEGOLAND® New York Resort is deeply committed to the safety and well-being of all guests and staff. To ensure a secure and enjoyable experience, the Resort has implemented a wide range of visible and behind-the-scenes security protocols. Here’s a detailed overview of what you can expect:
🔍 Security Screening & Bag Checks
All guests entering the park are required to undergo enhanced security screening. This includes:
- Mandatory bag checks at the entrance. Security staff will inspect all bags and personal belongings to ensure no prohibited items are brought into the park.
- Enhanced personal screening, where guests may be asked to:
- Remove items from their pockets.
- Place belongings in trays for inspection.
- Walk through metal detectors or be scanned with handheld wands.
These procedures are designed to be thorough yet efficient, and guests are encouraged to arrive early to allow time for screening.
🚫 Prohibited Items
To maintain a safe and family-friendly environment, the following items are not allowed inside the Resort:
- Weapons of any kind (including replicas and toys).
- Fireworks, smoke bombs, and noise makers.
- Glass containers, except for baby food jars.
- Alcohol, marijuana, illegal substances, or any intoxicating items.
- Outside food and beverages, with exceptions for water, small snacks, and medically necessary items.
- Coolers, suitcases, rolling backpacks, and wheeled luggage.
- Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, hoverboards, and Segways.
- Drones, balloons, and folding chairs.
- Strollers exceeding 31" wide by 52" long.
- Wagons and push carts, unless approved via the Wagon Exception Form.
LEGOLAND New York reserves the right to inspect any item and deny entry to anything deemed unsafe or inappropriate. Guest Services will not store prohibited items, so please plan accordingly.
👮♂️ On-Site Security Presence
- Park Rangers patrol the Resort throughout the day and are available to assist guests with safety concerns or general inquiries.
- The Resort is monitored by 24/7 video surveillance at key locations.
- LEGOLAND works closely with local and state law enforcement, including the presence of plain-clothed officers and emergency responders.
- Security staff receive regular training and briefings from government security agencies to stay up to date with best practices.
👨👩👧👦 Family-Friendly Policies
To preserve a welcoming and respectful environment:
- Children under 13 years old must be accompanied by an adult (18+).
- Offensive language, behavior, or clothing is not permitted.
- Smoking, eating, drinking, and flash photography are restricted in attraction areas.
✅ What You Can Do
- Arrive early to allow time for security checks.
- Cooperate fully with security staff—they are there to keep everyone safe.
- Review the list of prohibited items before your visit to avoid delays or denied entry.
For the most up-to-date information, including any changes to security policies or prohibited items, please click here.