What is the capacity of the U.S. Bank Stadium?

Last Modified Sep 25, 2023 08:27 GMT

U.S. Bank Stadium is an enclosed stadium which is located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was opened in 2016 and serves as a venue for many major events. The stadium is also the home field for the Minnesota Vikings and has a seating capacity of over 66,000 for football games and can be expanded up to 73,000.

U.S. Bank Stadium Capacity
U.S. Bank Stadium Capacity, Source: Getty Images

Minnesota Vikings Home Venue

U.S. Bank Stadium has been the home of the Minnesota Vikings since it was first opened in 2016. The stadium is one of the most modern and impressive stadiums across the US and beyond. The stadium seats 66,000 for football games, and they held their first game where the Minnesota Vikings faced the San Diego Chargers on August 28, 2016. The Vikings have won one NFL championship and four Conference championships. The Vikings are worth over $4.65 billion dollars as of 2023 and have an all-time overall record of 524-451-11.

U.S. Bank Stadium’s Capacity

U.S. Bank Stadium located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, seats 66,000 which can be expanded up to 73,000 for soccer, concerts, and special events, such as the Super Bowl, and is located on approximately 55 acres of land. It opened in 2016 and is also the home field for the Minnesota Vikings. U.S. Bank Stadium has held many big events such as college and high school football, soccer, baseball, concerts, and other events. The stadium hosted its first major concert on August 19, 2016, where Luke Bryan performed and generated a revenue of $4.5 million.

U.S. Bank Stadium’s History

Empower Field at Mile High is located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It opened in July 2016 with a capacity of 66,000 seats, and it is one of the top stadiums in the NFL as well as in the entire world. The stadium was built on the former site of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, which was demolished in 2014. U.S. Bank Stadium has hosted a number of major events, including Super Bowl LII in 2018 and the 2019 NCAA Men's Final Four. It became the home of the Minnesota Vikings when it was opened in 2001. The stadium has a seating capacity of 76,125 and is one of the unique and loudest stadiums in the world.

U.S. Bank Stadium’s Construction and Costs

U.S. Bank Stadium is an enclosed stadium, which is located in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota. It was opened in 2016 and has been the home field of the Minnesota Vikings since then. It is also a popular venue for concerts and other entertainment events, and was completed in 2016, and cost $1.061 billion to construct. The city of Minnesota contributed $378 million, the state of Minneapolis contributed $150 million, and the Vikings contributed $475 million. The remaining was raised through private donations. The stadium was designed by HKS Sports & Entertainment and Mortenson Construction.

U.S. Bank Stadium’s Seating chart

U.S. Bank Stadium seats over 66,000. The stadium is divided into three levels: 100 level, 200 level, and 300 level. The 100 level is the closest to the field and offers the best views of the action. The 200 and 300 levels are further from the field, but they still offer great views and are more affordable.

U.S. Bank Stadium seating chart overview:

100 Level: Sections 101-139

200 Level: Sections 201-239

300 Level: Sections 301-339

U.S. Bank Stadium Seating Chart
U.S. Bank Stadium Seating Chart, Source: vikings.com

What to bring to the U.S. Bank Stadium?

Here are some things you can bring to U.S. Bank Stadium:

  • Clear bag

  • Small clutch bags

  • Blankets

  • Small camera

  • Binoculars without case

  • Additional clothing

Here are some things you cannot bring to U.S. Bank Stadium:

  • Purse

  • Backpacks

  • Tinted Plastic Tote

  • Briefcases

  • Mesh bag

  • Seat cushion

  • Computer bags

  • Camera case

  • Fanny packs

  • Umbrellas

  • Weapons

What is the parking cost at U.S. Bank Stadium?

The parking cost at U.S. Bank Stadium varies depending on the location and the type of event. Here are some examples of parking costs near U.S. Bank Stadium:

425 Park Ave Parking: $10/hour

740 South 4th Street Parking: $10/hour

121 S 8th St Parking: $13/day

AT&T Forum - 900 2nd Ave Garage: $20/hour

Parking Map of the U.S. Bank Stadium

U.S. Bank Stadium Parking Map
U.S. Bank Stadium Parking Map, Source: vikings.com

FAQs

A. The Minnesota Vikings play at U.S. Bank Stadium. 

A. U.S. Bank Stadium is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

A. U.S. Bank Stadium holds over 66,000 seats.

A. The parking cost at U.S. Bank Stadium varies depending on the location and the type of event. Here are some examples of parking costs near U.S. Bank Stadium:

425 Park Ave Parking: $10/hour

740 South 4th Street Parking: $10/hour

121 S 8th St Parking: $13/day

AT&T Forum - 900 2nd Ave Garage: $20/hour

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