This has been going on forever at concerts, it isn't a freedom issue, anyone who doesn't want to go to the event isn't frisked, but the owner or lessee has the right (or should) to refuse entry to anyone they wish.
They often say "no outside food or beverages" so what is your response to a person with hypoglycemia who must carry protein or a diabetic who must carry glucose? The knuckleheads who work the door at these places don't know nuance.
Do you see my point? Management of these venues will try virtually everything (even put people with medical conditions at risk) in the attempt to sell another soda or bottle of water. Searching womens' handbags at movie theaters? You don't seriously support that technique, do you? Do you honestly believe that increases your security when you take your kids to see a Harry Potter movie?
~ Blue Jays ~