📣
Pregame RitualIconic
Viking Horn Sound
The booming Viking horn echoes after touchdowns and major defensive plays, energizing the crowd.
stadium · Minneapolis, MN
U.S. Bank Stadium
“The Gjallarhorn” · The Glass Ship
—Passport Score
2016Opened
66,655Capacity
DomeRoof
Artificial TurfSurface
2Check-ins
The basics
About U.S. Bank Stadium
Domed Minneapolis stadium known for glass design and major NFL events.
- Type
- stadium
- Sports
- Football
- League
- NFL
- Nicknames
- The Gjallarhorn, The Glass Ship
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Time zone
- America/Chicago
- Status
- active
Rated by fans
How fans rate it
—Passport Score
0 fan ratings · 2 check-ins
Atmosphere—
Attractions—
Access—
Concessions—
Neighborhood—
Facility—
Don’t miss
Landmarks, traditions & experiences
📣
Crowd ChantIconic
Viktor the Viking Drumline
Viktor the Viking and the team's drumline lead fans in chants and celebrations throughout the game.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Bud Grant
The Hall of Fame coach who led the Vikings to four Super Bowl appearances.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Greatest Vikings Moments
Minneapolis Miracle, Moss catches, Peterson runs, and the greatest plays in franchise history.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Justin Jefferson
The modern face of Vikings offense — records, highlights, and purple pride.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Purple People Eaters Exhibit
Eller, Page, Marshall, and Larsen — the defensive line that defined an era.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Randy Moss
The most electrifying receiver of his generation — Vikings immortality.
⭐
Hall of FameIconic
Vikings Hall of Fame
The complete gallery honoring Vikings immortals and franchise legends.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Vikings vs Packers Rivalry
The border rivalry with Green Bay — NFC North hatred at its peak.
🎭
MascotIconic
Viktor the Viking
The Vikings mascot — rallying SKOL Nation throughout gameday.
🎤
Pregame EntertainmentIconic
SKOL Drum Performances
SKOL drum performances that energize the crowd before kickoff and during games.
🎤
Special EventIconic
Bud Grant Tribute Event
Honor the Hall of Fame coach who defined Vikings football at a Grant tribute event.
📣
Pregame RitualIconic
Gjallarhorn Blast
Feel the Gjallarhorn blast before kickoff — the sound of SKOL Nation.
📣
Crowd ChantIconic
Loudest SKOL Chant Possible
The moment 66,000 voices unite in SKOL — peak volume in the loudest indoor stadium.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Minneapolis Miracle Exhibit
Relive Diggs. Sideline. History. — the greatest moment in Vikings playoff history.
🎤
Special EventIconic
NFC Championship Game
NFC Championship at U.S. Bank Stadium — one win from the Super Bowl.
⚔️
Rivalry GameIconic
Packers Rivalry Weekend
Full Packers rivalry weekend — SKOL Nation vs Cheesehead Nation in Minneapolis.
📣
Crowd ChantIconic
Participate in the SKOL Chant
Join 66,000 fans in SKOL Vikings — the most iconic chant in the NFL.
📣
Crowd RitualIconic
Purpleout Crowd
Coordinated purpleout — the entire stadium dressed in purple for a themed gameday.
🎤
Special EventIconic
Randy Moss Tribute Event
Celebrate the most electrifying receiver in Vikings history at a Moss tribute event.
🎤
Special EventIconic
Sunday Night Football
Primetime SNF energy in the loudest indoor stadium in football.
⭐
First VisitIconic
U.S. Bank Stadium
Your first time walking into U.S. Bank Stadium — glass walls, Viking ship, and SKOL.
📣
Pregame RitualIconic
Viking War Drum
Witness the war drum ceremony before kickoff — Viking heritage meets modern football.
⚔️
Rivalry GameIconic
Vikings vs Bears
Minnesota vs Chicago — NFC North rivalry intensity at U.S. Bank Stadium.
⚔️
Rivalry GameIconic
Vikings vs Packers
The border rivalry when Green Bay visits the loudest indoor stadium in football.
⭐
Scenic ViewIconic
Walk Along the Glass Wall Overlook
Stroll the glass wall overlook with the Minneapolis skyline as your backdrop.
📣
Crowd RitualIconic
Whiteout Crowd
Coordinated whiteout — a sea of white from every seat in the house.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Adrian Peterson
2,000 rushing yards and the greatest running back era in Vikings history.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Alan Page
Hall of Fame defensive tackle, Purple People Eater, and Minnesota icon.
🏆
Championship BannersIconic
Four Super Bowl Appearances
Super Bowls IV, VIII, IX, and XI — the Vikings' quest for a championship.
📜
Historic displayIconic
John Randle
The ferocious defensive tackle and Hall of Fame pass rusher.
📜
Historic displayIconic
Vikings vs Bears Rivalry
Minnesota vs Chicago — NFC North rivalry and cold-weather battles.
⭐
CheerleadersIconic
Vikings Cheerleaders
The Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders perform throughout gameday in purple and gold.
🎤
Special EventIconic
Ring of Honor Ceremonies
Ring of Honor induction ceremonies honoring Vikings franchise legends.
📣
Season RitualMust see
December Football in Minnesota
Winter football culture — Vikings fans braving Minnesota cold to SKOL.
🎤
Entertainment DistrictMust see
Downtown Minneapolis
Pregame in downtown Minneapolis — restaurants, bars, and Twin Cities energy.
⚔️
Rivalry GameMust see
Vikings vs Lions
NFC North division battle when Detroit comes to Minneapolis.
🏛️
Architecture
Fixed Roof Structure
The transparent roof allows natural light while protecting fans from Minnesota weather.
🏛️
Architecture
Glass Wall Views
The clear glass walls opening U.S. Bank Stadium to downtown Minneapolis.
🏛️
Architecture
Legacy Ship
Ship-inspired architecture nodding to Minnesota’s Nordic heritage.
🏛️
Architecture
Minneapolis Skyline Views
The stadium provides views of downtown Minneapolis.
🏛️
Architecture
Ship-Inspired
The stadium architecture reflects Viking heritage and Scandinavian influences.
📜
History
Alan Page Tribute
Celebrates one of the greatest defensive players in NFL history.
📜
History
Cris Carter
Honors one of the greatest wide receivers in franchise history.
📜
History
Fran Tarkenton
Honors the Hall of Fame quarterback and franchise icon.
📜
History
Minnesota Vikings Retired Numbers
Honors Vikings legends including Fran Tarkenton, Alan Page, Cris Carter, and other icons.
📜
History
Super Bowl Era
Celebrates the Vikings' championship history and four Super Bowl appearances.
📜
History
Vikings Heritage
Showcases team history from the 1960s to today.
⭐
Experience
Kid-Friendly Vikings Activities
Family football experiences and interactive games.
⭐
Experience
Minnesota Food
Features local favorites and stadium concessions.
⭐
Experience
Skol Chant
The famous fan chant creates one of the NFL's most recognizable traditions.
⭐
Experience
U.S. Bank Stadium Tours
Behind-the-scenes tours featuring the field, locker rooms, suites, and history.
⭐
Experience
Vikings Fan Zone
Interactive areas featuring games, entertainment, and team activities.
⭐
Experience
Vikings Tailgating
Pregame gatherings featuring food, music, and Minnesota football culture.
📣
Rituals
Gjallarhorn
The Gjallarhorn sounded before kickoff — a Vikings gameday ritual from Norse lore.
📜
Displays
Nordic Heritage
Displays of Nordic and Minnesota heritage throughout the stadium.
📜
Historic Marker
Purple Plaza
Purple plaza where Vikings fans gather before entering U.S. Bank Stadium.
📜
Displays
Team History Wall
Wall covering Vikings football from the Met Stadium years through U.S. Bank Stadium.
📜
Displays
Valhalla
Valhalla-themed displays celebrating Vikings mythology and gameday identity.
📜
Displays
Vikings Ring of Honor
Ring honoring Minnesota Vikings legends around U.S. Bank Stadium.
📜
Historic display
Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome History
Three decades of Vikings football in the Metrodome before U.S. Bank Stadium.
📜
Historic display
Metropolitan Stadium History
Memories of the Met — home of the Vikings from 1961 to 1981.
📜
Historic display
Minnesota Football History
From the Metropolitan Stadium to U.S. Bank Stadium — Minnesota Vikings history.
📜
Historic display
Vikings vs Lions Rivalry
Minnesota vs Detroit — NFC North division battles for decades.
🎤
Special Event
Theme Nights
Special themed gamedays — purpleouts, whiteouts, and alumni nights.
🎤
Community Event
Youth Football Events
Youth football clinics and community events at U.S. Bank Stadium.
🎤
Pregame Entertainment
Pregame Fan Festivals
Pregame fan festivals and live entertainment in downtown Minneapolis before kickoff.
🎤
Special Event
Alumni Meet & Greets
Meet-and-greet opportunities with Vikings alumni and legends.
⭐
Victory Celebration
Vikings Victory Celebration
Postgame victory celebration when the Vikings win at home.
Through the years
History
Home teams
- 2016-presentMinnesota VikingsNFL
Getting there
Plan your visit
Game Day in the app
Live crowd-updated map with parking prices, gates, bars and restrooms, plus bag policy and tailgate planning.
Get the appIn their words
Fan reviews
No written fan reviews yet. Be the first: check in at your next game and rate it in the app.
Been to U.S. Bank Stadium?
Check in, add it to your passport, and keep the memory with photos, your ticket stub and your rating.