heychadwick wrote:
Hi. Stupid question. It is my first time to GenCon.  I've been to other cons that let you bring in coolers with your own drinks in them.  I'm talking water bottles, sodas, beer, etc.   Can you bring in your own cooler of stuff to GenCon?  
 
Hi not a stupid question for someone attending Gen Con for the first time.
Gen Con is very different from other conventions. They are really strict regarding bringing any food or drink item into the convention center. However that being said if you are very low key, keep the items hidden and are not obvious about it you should be fine. One exception is alcohol. Do not bring it into the convention center. It will cause you more trouble than it is worth. You do not want to get your badge taken away or worse. Also you do not want to be walking around any of the other convention areas with alcohol outside of a bar or eating area. 
Have a great time, Gen Con is a real experience!