Gameday Guide

U.S. Bank Stadium

Minneapolis, Minnesota · Minnesota Vikings

CLEAR BAG
12" x 6" x 12"
GATES
2h before
TRANSIT
Rail + bus
OUTSIDE FOOD
Not allowed
RIDESHARE
Available

What size bag can I bring?

12" x 6" x 12"
CLEAR BAG REQUIRED
Permitted: clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag not exceeding 12x6x12 in, one-gallon clear freezer bag, or small clutch 4.5x6.5 in; medically necessary items allowed after inspection. Bag policy varies for non-Vikings events. No outside food or drink.
Official bag policy ›

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Getting in

Gates. For NFL games, the gates to the stadium open two hours prior to the event.
Transit. Light rail runs directly to the U.S. Bank Stadium Station; 123+ Metro Transit bus routes serve downtown Minneapolis. Lines: METRO Blue Line, METRO Green Line.
Rideshare. Uber/Lyft pickup at two locations: 9th Ave S between 6th St S and 7th St S, and 3rd St between Park Ave and Portland Ave.
Accessibility. ADA-compliant; accessible parking in all lots/ramps; dedicated accessible drop-off/pick-up on 10th Ave S between 6th St S and 7th St S (across from Pentair Gate); complimentary wheelchair escorts; assistive listening devices; Mobility Services Hotline 612-777-8761.
Entry. No re-entry: guests who exit may not re-enter on the same ticket. All guests searched and screened via walk-through or hand-held metal detectors.

Parking lots

Stadium Parking Ramp. Connected to the stadium via skyway; stadium does not directly manage any public parking. Over 20,000 spaces exist between the stadium and Hennepin Ave within a 20-min walk. Lots typically open 6 hrs before and close 2 hrs after an event.
Official parking:mplsparking.com ›

Food worth the line

Aramark-operated concessions; fully cashless venue (credit/debit/contactless only, no cash accepted).

In the neighborhood

In the East Town neighborhood near Elliot Park, downtown Minneapolis; connected to the Minneapolis Skyway system.

Tickets & gear

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Frequently asked

What size bag can I bring into U.S. Bank Stadium?

U.S. Bank Stadium requires a clear bag no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Permitted: clear plastic/vinyl/PVC bag not exceeding 12x6x12 in, one-gallon clear freezer bag, or small clutch 4.5x6.5 in; medically necessary items allowed after inspection. Bag policy varies for non-Vikings events. One 32 oz factory-sealed plastic water bottle or one 32 oz empty reusable bottle (no metal/glass) per person permitted for Vikings games; medically necessary items exception at a designated gate.

Does U.S. Bank Stadium require a clear bag?

Yes. U.S. Bank Stadium enforces a clear bag policy, and a clear bag may be no larger than 12" x 6" x 12". Limited exceptions apply.

Can you bring outside food into U.S. Bank Stadium?

Outside food and beverage prohibited except medically necessary items. Vikings games: one 32 oz factory-sealed plastic water bottle or one 32 oz empty reusable bottle (no metal/glass) per person; other events: one 20 oz factory-sealed plastic water bottle per person.

When do gates open at U.S. Bank Stadium?

For NFL games, the gates to the stadium open two hours prior to the event.

Where do you park for a Minnesota Vikings game?

U.S. Bank Stadium has on-site lots including Stadium Parking Ramp. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.