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.

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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

Factory Motor Parts Parking Garage. 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.
usbankstadium.com › · Source read Oct 7, 2026

Food worth the line

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

Food & drink

By section

  • Birch's on the LakeSection 101
  • Maui WowiSection 101
  • Pendleton WhiskySection 101
  • Walk Thru BruSection 101
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 103
  • The KernelSection 103
  • CentroSection 105
  • Redzone GrillSection 106
  • Stanley'sSection 107
  • Drink MKTSection 109
  • Crown Royal BarSection 110
  • Original Hockey Mom BrowniesSection 111
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  • Tenders Love and ChickenSection 111
  • Redzone GrillSection 112
  • Bussin Birria TacosSection 113
  • Wells RoadsideSection 113
  • Curds & CakesSection 114
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 114
  • Pothole PizzaSection 114
  • Hy-Vee Beverage MarketSection 116
  • Pendleton WhiskySection 116
  • Walking TacoSection 116
  • Parlour / RevivalSection 118
  • Sweet HabitsSection 118
  • Absolut BarSection 119
  • Tender Lovin' ChixSection 121
  • Old Southern BBQSection 122
  • Absolut BarSection 124
  • Tap SocietySection 124
  • Ben's Soft PretzelsSection 129
  • Cold Stone CreamerySection 130
  • Original Hockey Mom BrowniesSection 130
  • Redzone GrillSection 130
  • Redzone GrillSection 131
  • Hy-Vee Beverage MarketSection 136
  • Miller Lite BarSection 138
  • Be GracefulSection 140
  • Walking TacoSection 140
  • Endzone GrillSection 141
  • 1st & Fry Co.Section 143
  • Curds & CakesSection 143
  • Minnesota's Original Brat DogsSection 143
  • Pendleton WhiskySection 143
  • Walk Thru BruSection 143
  • Patron TequilaSection 208
  • Walk Thru BruSection 208
  • Wit LoveSection 208
  • Karla's Sweet TreatsSection 214
  • Kenny's Meatball WagonSection 214
  • La BorinquaSection 214
  • Wholesome WandersSection 230
  • Absolut BarSection 231
  • Dippin' DotsSection 231
  • T-Rex CookieSection 237
  • The KernelSection 237
  • Von Hanson's MeatsSection 237
  • Official Fried ChickenSection 238
  • Pothole PizzaSection 238
  • Walking TacoSection 238
  • Fireball BarSection 301
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 301
  • Walking TacoSection 301
  • North Star GrillSection 304
  • Parlour / RevivalSection 304
  • MinnesnowiiSection 307
  • Pothole PizzaSection 307
  • 1st & Fry Co.Section 310
  • Curds & CakesSection 310
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 310
  • CentroSection 311
  • Cheetos PopcornSection 311
  • North Star GrillSection 313
  • Official Fried ChickenSection 313
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 314
  • Cold Stone CreamerySection 315
  • Ben's Soft PretzelsSection 317
  • Von Hanson's MeatsSection 317
  • Drink MKTSection 318
  • Sweet HabitsSection 320
  • Walking TacoSection 324
  • Deez Philly'sSection 325
  • Bacardi BarSection 326
  • Birch's on the LakeSection 328
  • Karla's Sweet TreatsSection 328
  • North Star GrillSection 328
  • Be GracefulSection 329
  • Dippin' DotsSection 329
  • Drink MKTSection 332
  • Walk Thru BruSection 333
  • Surly SmokehouseSection 334
  • Minneapolis Cocktail CoSection 336
  • 1st & Fry Co.Section 339
  • Curds & CakesSection 339
  • Spam DogSection 341
  • Leinenkugel'sSection 343
  • Parlour / RevivalSection 344
  • Old Southern BBQSection 345
  • Absolut BarSection 346
  • Hippo PocketsSection 347
  • Pothole PizzaSection 349
  • Original Hockey Mom BrowniesSection 359

Other locations

  • Maui WowiDTE Plaza
  • T-Rex CookieMobile Bike
usbankstadium.com › · Source read Oct 7, 2026

In the neighborhood

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

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 Factory Motor Parts Parking Garage. Reserve a nearby spot in advance through SpotHero on this page.

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