US Bank Stadium provides guests with a clean and safe environment through the virus-fighting protection of a bipolar ionization system installed in every air handling unit in the venue. This state-of-the-art technology actively contributes to better health by restoring indoor air to its natural state through an ionization process, reducing or limiting airborne viruses and keeping the air in the stadium cleaner and healthier. The system installed at US Bank Stadium has been proven in labs to effectively improve indoor air quality. Stadium officials also monitor airflow and take reasonable steps to maximize air exchange.
Downtown Minneapolis/US Bank Stadium Security/Security
The Vikings and our stadium partners are working with multiple law enforcement agencies, including the FBI, Homeland Security, the Minneapolis Police Department, and the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Department, to ensure that the appropriate number of law enforcement officers are on site and that US Bank Stadium and the surrounding areas are safe from Vikings fans, players and staff. In addition, the team, together with BEST Security, has contracted hundreds of security personnel on match days to ensure a strong security presence throughout the stadium. For the 2022 night games, fans will see easily recognizable safety ambassadors present in several blocks around the stadium and light towers will be strategically placed near parking lots and parking ramps. For more information about public safety in the center, visit the: City of Minneapolis, Get to know Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Downtown Council web sites.
US Bank Stadium has earned the Ecolab Science CertifiedTM seal. The program combines hospital sanitizers and food contact sanitizers approved for use against the COVID-19 virus with public health and food safety protocols, training and periodic audits, giving fans confidence that practices are being repeated and monitored. . Fans will see the Ecolab Science Certified seal appear in participating areas of the stadium. For more information about the Ecolab Science Certified program, visit: www.sciencecertified.com.
3M Durable Protective Film
The clear, durable 3M™ screen protector with antimicrobial technology is located in several high-touch areas of the stadium. The film has 24/7 surface protection with an EPA registered antimicrobial agent to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria and is specially designed to withstand repeated cleaning.
Face coverings are not required at US Bank Stadium. Fans who are more comfortable wearing them in public settings are welcome to continue using face coverings for Vikings games.
For the safety of all fans, players and matchday staff, if you have tested positive for COVID-19 within five days prior to the match, please stay home. In addition, if you are experiencing COVID-19 related symptoms or generally unwell, but have not yet received the results of your test, please stay home. If you begin to feel unwell while at US Bank Stadium, notify a match day employee immediately; appropriate facilities and resources are available if required.
In anticipation of unforeseen weather, the world’s largest glass doors will be open all fall, creating an indoor-outdoor experience and further increasing airflow at US Bank Stadium.
Proof of COVID-19 vaccination is not required to enter US Bank Stadium.
Delta Vikings Village (outside US Bank Stadium)
The Delta Vikings Village opens at 10:00 a.m.
It will include the following activities:
Food and drink available at Aramark in The Longhouse (opens at 10am) and other locations in the square
Baggage check (on Park Avenue, just south of 4th Street and north of the Light Rail tracks; open from noon to one hour after the game; cost is $10 per bag)
Autographs by Vikings Legends Stu Voigt and Dave Dixon from 2pm to 3pm
The Commons (outside U.S. Bank Stadium)
There are plenty of family-friendly activities planned for The Commons, including the following:
Music by DJ A-Quil at 10:00
Vikings Kickoff Concert presented by Miller Lite starts at 11:30am
Minnesota Vikings Chuck for Charity
Inflatable games, tailgate games and face painting
A performance by Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders from 12:30 PM to 1:15 PM
The All square food truck going to sell food near the Commons
Daniel Rodriguez, known as “The Singing Policeman”, will perform the national anthem. Rodriguez is a 30-year-old former NYPD officer who was one of the first responders at the World Trade Center site on 9/11.
A Joint Service Honor Guard with military personnel from the Air Force, Army, Marines, National Guard and Navy will showcase the colors.
During the national anthem, a full-field American flag will be displayed by active members of the military. An overpass operated by the Duluth-based 148th Fighter Wing of the Minnesota Air National Guard is planned.
A special performance starring T-Pain
The following Vikings Legends are scheduled to be famous bartenders from 2 to 3 PM:
Delta Sky360° Club — Mike Morris
Mystic Lake Club Purple — Toby Gerhart
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