Minnesota Vikings

58 photos · 2011–2025

58 photographs tagged Minnesota Vikings, 2011–2025.

Vikings Single Game Tickets Available — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis features a large digital screen advertising single game tickets for the Minnesota Vikings' upcoming home opener. Completed in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. The building replaces the longtime Metrodome which was demolished in 2014. In years prior, the Metrodome roof collapsed after a major snowstorm.

Minnesota Vikings and Metro Transit — Metro Transit’s Light Rail Support Facility on Franklin Avenue in South Minneapolis. The facility is home the staff and equipment for the Green Line.

US Bank Stadium with 311 Billboard — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of quarterback J.J. McCarthy as the Minnesota Vikings' 10th overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft. Completed in 2016, this multi-purpose stadium serves as the home field for the Minnesota Vikings, replacing the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome.

Minnesota Vikings Round 1 draft pick — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis displays the announcement of J.J. McCarthy as the 10th overall pick in the NFL Draft. The Minnesota Vikings selected the Michigan quarterback, a significant moment for the franchise. Opened in 2016, US Bank Stadium serves as the home field for the Vikings and a prominent venue for major events in the city.

US Bank Stadium and Mill City Museum neon signs — The Washburn A Mill, once the world's largest flour mill, stands illuminated along the Mississippi River in Minneapolis. This historic structure now houses the Mill City Museum, which interprets the city's industrial past as a global flour milling center. In the background, the contemporary architecture of US Bank Stadium signifies Minneapolis's modern urban landscape.

Chain-link fencing secured with a "One Way" directional sign and video surveillance notice at US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — US Bank Stadium opened in 2016 as the home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, replacing the Metrodome on the same downtown Minneapolis site. The stadium's angular exterior is clad in zinc panels and features the largest ETFE glass roof panel in the Americas. Beyond football, the venue has hosted Super Bowl LII, the NCAA Final Four, and large-scale concerts, drawing on its capacity of roughly 66,000 seats for football and more for other events. Security measures, including fencing and posted video surveillance notices, are common around the stadium's perimeter during events and off-hours alike.

Chain-link fencing surrounds US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis at night. — US Bank Stadium sits at 401 Chicago Avenue in downtown Minneapolis, opened in 2016 as the home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. The venue cost roughly $1.1 billion to build and seats about 66,000 for football, with capacity expanding past 70,000 for concerts and other events. Its exterior uses a distinctive angled roofline of zinc panels and the largest ETFE glass doors in the world, five panes that open to the surrounding plaza. Beyond Vikings games, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl LII, the NCAA Final Four, and X Games Minneapolis. Metal barricades of the kind seen here are standard equipment for managing crowds during major events at the site.

Blue chain-link fencing and barriers surround US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis at dusk. — US Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, opened in 2016 on the site of the former Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis. The venue seats about 66,000 for football and holds a roof made of ETFE panels, the largest such installation in North America at the time of construction. Beyond NFL games, the stadium has hosted Super Bowl LII, the 2018 NCAA Final Four, and numerous concerts. Crowd-control barriers and chain-link fencing of the kind seen here are routinely set up around the perimeter for event security and pedestrian management on game days.

Violence interrupters at US Bank Stadium train station — TOUCH Outreach Violence Interrupters, a community-based organization, were present at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis during a Taylor Swift concert. The organization works to de-escalate conflicts and prevent violence in the city.

Taylor Swift fans gather outside U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis before The Eras Tour. — Taylor Swift fans gather outside U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis before The Eras Tour. Large banners on the stadium facade promote the concert, while crowds line up beneath the entrance canopy.

Taylor Swift fans and Minneapolis police near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — Taylor Swift fans and Minneapolis police near U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis as crowds arrive for The Eras Tour. The concert drew large numbers of attendees to the Downtown East area surrounding the stadium.

Taylor Swift fans line up for merchandise at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis hosted Taylor Swift fans lining up for merchandise during The Eras Tour on June 23, 2023. The concert drew large crowds to the stadium plaza ahead of the performance. Merchandise booths and event staff managed the flow of attendees outside the venue.

U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis with crowds gathered for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour. — U.S. Bank Stadium and Downtown East in Minneapolis draw large crowds for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour. The stadium complex and surrounding plazas host concertgoers before the show.

Taylor Swift fans reflected on US Bank Stadium — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, serves as the home for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings and hosts major concerts and events. On this occasion, fans gathered for Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour,".

Taylor Swift signs on US Bank Stadium — Fans gather outside U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis for Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour." The stadium, which opened in 2016, is a multi-purpose venue designed to host NFL games, concerts, and other large-scale events. Its distinctive architecture features a transparent ETFE roof and a glass facade, reflecting the surrounding urban environment. The "Eras Tour" is a record-breaking concert tour that celebrates Swift's musical career across different eras of her discography.

Taylor Swift fans arrive in Minneapolis — Fans gather outside U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis for Taylor Swift's Eras Tour on June 23-24, 2023. The stadium, which opened in 2016, serves as the home for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings and hosts a variety of major sporting events and concerts. Its distinctive architecture features a large, angled roof and a glass facade that reflects the surrounding urban environment.

Taylor Swift Eras Tour in Minneapolis — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis hosted Taylor Swift's Eras Tour on June 23 and 24, 2023. The stadium, which opened in 2016, is a multi-purpose venue designed to accommodate large-scale events, including concerts and sporting competitions. Its modern architecture features a distinctive faceted glass exterior and a transparent roof, allowing natural light to illuminate the interior. The stadium serves as the home field for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League and is a significant landmark in downtown Minneapolis, drawing large crowds for major events like this concert tour.

Taylor Swift merchandise line outside U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — U.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, hosts an official Taylor Swift merchandise stand ahead of the Eras Tour stop on June 22, 2023. Fans queue in the plaza outside the stadium before the concert. The venue opened in 2016 and is home to the Minnesota Vikings.

Taylor Swift on the side of US Bank Stadium — U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a multi-purpose venue that hosts sporting events, concerts, and other large gatherings. The stadium, which opened in 2016, features a distinctive glass facade and a fixed roof. Advertisements for Taylor Swift's "The Eras Tour" are displayed prominently on the building's exterior, promoting her concerts scheduled for June 23rd and 24th, 2023.

Movies in the park in front of US Bank Stadium — US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, hosts an outdoor screening of "The Princess Bride" as part of the city's "Movies in the Park" series. Opened in 2016, US Bank Stadium is home of the Minnesota Vikings.

US Bank Stadium in Downtown Minneapolis May 2022 — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, anchors the downtown Minneapolis skyline. The stadium hosts professional football games, concerts, and other large-scale events, serving as a significant hub for entertainment and commerce. Adjacent to the stadium, the Wells Fargo building and other downtown structures are illuminated against the twilight sky, showcasing the city's modern architecture and active urban environment.

Cooling towers stand beside U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis. — Cooling towers stand beside U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis on July 24, 2021. The stadium opened in 2016 as the home of the Minnesota Vikings and a venue for concerts, sports, and large public events. The equipment is located in the Downtown East area near the stadium and surrounding high-rise development.

US Bank Stadium behind security fencing — Security fencing surrounds U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis during the period of heightened security surrounding the Derek Chauvin murder trial in April 2021. The stadium, which opened in 2016, is a multi-purpose venue designed to host sporting events, concerts, and other large gatherings. Its construction was part of a broader effort to revitalize the downtown area and provide a modern facility for the city's professional sports teams.

Metro Transit light rail train passes security fencing along South 5th Street near US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis during winter. — A Metro Transit light rail train passes along South 5th Street near US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis. This stretch of track serves the METRO Blue and Green Lines, connecting downtown to the stadium, Nicollet Mall, and surrounding neighborhoods.

US Bank Stadium exterior repair work in downtown Minneapolis with workers in a lift. — US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis underwent exterior repair work in November 2020. Workers in a lift were repairing damaged sections of the stadium’s angular outer facade.

Riverside Plaza towers in Cedar-Riverside, Minneapolis, with downtown buildings nearby. — Riverside Plaza is a high-rise apartment complex in Minneapolis’s Cedar-Riverside neighborhood. The development includes multiple residential towers near downtown Minneapolis and the Mississippi River. It is one of the largest housing complexes in the area.

Still time to riot at US Bank Stadium — Graffiti reading 'Still time to riot' marks a concrete wall at US Bank Stadium in Downtown Minneapolis. This message, along with other protest-related inscriptions visible nearby, emerged during the Minneapolis Uprising of 2020. The multi-purpose stadium, completed in 2016, is the home of the Minnesota Vikings and a significant venue for major events in the city. The presence of such messages on public infrastructure underscores the period of intense social and political unrest that impacted Minneapolis.

Graffiti on Vikings ship in Downtown Minneapolis. — Graffiti reading 'Fuck Redskins Owner' is visible on the Minnesota Vikings ship sculpture outside US Bank Stadium in Downtown Minneapolis. This act of vandalism occurred prior to a game between the Minnesota Vikings and the Washington Redskins, drawing attention to the long-standing controversy surrounding the Washington NFL team's name. The ship sculpture is a distinctive architectural feature of US Bank Stadium, which opened in 2016. Located in Downtown Minneapolis, the stadium serves as the home of the Minnesota Vikings and a major venue for sports and entertainment events.

Lighting strike near US Bank Stadiium — A lightning bolt illuminates the early morning sky over downtown Minneapolis on July 18, 2020, striking a high-rise building. In the background, US Bank Stadium, the home of the Minnesota Vikings since its opening in 2016, stands prominently with its distinctive angular roof.

Samatar Crossing near Downtown Minneapolis — The Samatar Crossing shared use path near downtown Minneapolis. The path leads from Cedar Riverside to near US Bank Stadium.

US Bank Stadium and the downtown Minneapolis skyline — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue in downtown Minneapolis, is illuminated at night. Opened in 2016, the stadium was built on the former site of the Metrodome and serves as the home for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League. Its distinctive architecture features a transparent ETFE roof and a faceted glass exterior, designed to reflect the city's sky and surrounding environment. The stadium hosts a variety of events, including professional football games, concerts, and other large-scale public gatherings.

Brett Favre helmet mural in Kiln, Mississippi displays painted NFL team helmets honoring the quarterback's career. — Kiln, Mississippi, is the hometown of Brett Favre, the Hall of Fame quarterback who grew up here before starring at Hancock High School. This roadside mural marks that connection, pairing helmets from the four NFL teams Favre played for — the Atlanta Falcons, Green Bay Packers, Minnesota Vikings, and New York Jets — with the phrase "Where the Legend Began." Favre spent the bulk of his career with the Packers, where he won a Super Bowl following the 1996 season and set numerous passing records before later stints in Minnesota and with the Jets. The small unincorporated community, part of Hancock County near the Mississippi Gulf Coast, has leaned into its association with Favre as a point of local identity.

612 Burger Kitchen sign inside U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis. — 612 Burger Kitchen at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is a concessions outlet inside the home of the Minnesota Vikings. The name references Minneapolis area code 612, a local identifier used in the stadium's food and beverage branding.

Inside US Bank Stadium at night — US Bank Stadium, located in downtown Minneapolis, serves as the home field for the NFL's Minnesota Vikings. Opened in 2016, the stadium replaced the Metrodome, which had been the Vikings' home since 1982.

US Bank Stadium Field Home of the Minnesota Vikings — U.S. Bank Stadium, home of the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, is a multi-purpose venue in downtown Minneapolis. Completed in 2016, the $1.1 billion stadium replaced the Metrodome and features a translucent ETFE roof and steep seating.

US Bank Stadium at Night Minneapolis Minnesota — U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the NFL's Minnesota Vikings, is a multi-purpose arena in downtown Minneapolis that opened in 2016. Designed by HKS Architects, its distinctive angular exterior is clad in brick and glass, with a translucent ETFE roof that allows natural light during the day and reflects ambient city light at night. The stadium's design, inspired by the prow of a Viking ship, replaced the former Metrodome and serves as a significant venue for sporting events, concerts, and conventions, anchoring the eastern edge of the Minneapolis skyline.

US Bank Stadium in Downtown East Minneapolis — US Bank Stadium, located in the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is a multi-purpose indoor stadium that opened in 2016. It serves as the home venue for the National Football League's Minnesota Vikings and also hosts concerts, conventions, and other sporting events. Its construction replaced the Metrodome, providing a modern facility for professional sports and large-scale public gatherings in the Twin Cities.

Minneapolis City Hall's illuminated clock tower and green copper roof rise above the downtown skyline at night. — Minneapolis City Hall’s clock tower rises above downtown Minneapolis at night. The historic building was completed in 1909.

Downtown Minneapolis from St. Anthony Main — The Minneapolis skyline is visible in the distance, with US Bank Stadium prominently featured. In the foreground, the historic Stone Arch Bridge spans the Mississippi River, connecting the St. Anthony Main district to the city's core. Originally built in 1883 for the Great Northern Railway, the bridge is now a pedestrian and bicycle path, offering views of the river and the former industrial buildings that once defined this area.

Northeast Minneapolis riverfront at night with illuminated Pillsbury A Mill and US Bank Stadium visible across the Mississippi River. — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, is visible across the Mississippi River from Northeast Minneapolis. In the foreground, the historic Pillsbury A Mill, once the largest flour mill in the world, stands as a reminder of the area's industrial past.

The Minnesota Vikings' Winter Park practice facility at 9520 Viking Drive, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, served as the team's headquarters and training ground. — The Minnesota Vikings' Winter Park practice facility in Eden Prairie, Minnesota, served as the team's corporate headquarters and training ground for decades. Opened in 1985, the facility was designed to provide a comprehensive environment for player development and team operations. The building, located at 9520 Viking Drive, housed administrative offices, training rooms, and indoor practice fields. This image captures the facility during its final days before the team relocated to their new headquarters in Eagan, Minnesota.

Wells Fargo Towers Armory and US Bank Stadium — The Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis is represented by its modern architectural landmarks. The Wells Fargo Towers, completed in 2017, serve as a significant corporate presence in the city's business district. Adjacent to them stands the historic Minneapolis Armory, originally built in 1935 as a venue for military drills and public events, which has since been redeveloped. Dominating the background is U.S. Bank Stadium, a state-of-the-art facility that opened in 2016, hosting professional football games and other large-scale events.

Lit up neon sign reading Gold Medal Flour, Minneapolis — Gold Medal Flour and US Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis.

Edition Apartments and US Bank Stadium anchor the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis at dusk. — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue completed in 2016, anchors the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis. Adjacent to the stadium is the Edition Apartments.

US Bank Stadium in Downtown East Minneapolis, Minnesota, at sunset. The stadium is home to the Minnesota Vikings and features a distinctive angular design. — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose indoor stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, serves as the home for the Minnesota Vikings. Opened in 2016, the stadium was built on the former site of the Metrodome and is a prominent feature of the Downtown East development. The surrounding area includes public plazas and transit connections designed to integrate the stadium into the urban fabric. The stadium's distinctive angular design and transparent facade are notable architectural elements.

US Bank Stadium, home of the Minnesota Vikings, in Downtown East Minneapolis, completed in 2016, with surrounding urban development. — US Bank Stadium, a multi-purpose venue in Downtown East Minneapolis, was completed in 2016. The stadium serves as the home for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League and hosts major sporting events, concerts, and other public gatherings. Its distinctive angular design and brick facade are intended to complement the surrounding urban environment. The development of the stadium spurred significant redevelopment in the surrounding Downtown East neighborhood, transforming a former industrial area into a vibrant mixed-use district.

US Bank Stadium construction site in downtown Minneapolis at dusk with illuminated cranes, surrounding buildings, and active roadways. — US Bank Stadium under construction in Downtown Minneapolis in January 2016.

US Bank Stadium's white steel framework and red construction cranes rise above downtown Minneapolis during daytime construction. — US Bank Stadium replaced the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome on the same downtown Minneapolis site, opening in 2016 as the home of the Minnesota Vikings. The $1.1 billion project, designed by HKS Inc. and built by Mortenson Construction, seats about 66,000 for football and can expand to roughly 73,000 for events like the Super Bowl, which it hosted in 2018.

US Bank Stadium under construction in downtown Minneapolis with yellow cranes and steel framework visible among surrounding office buildings. — US Bank Stadium replaced the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome as the home of the Minnesota Vikings, rising on the same Downtown East site the Metrodome had occupied since 1982. Construction ran from 2013 to 2016 at a cost of roughly $1.1 billion, funded through a mix of state, city, and team contributions.

Construction cranes and steel framework dominate the downtown Minneapolis site of US Bank Stadium under development in July 2015. — Construction of US Bank Stadium in Minneapolis's Downtown East neighborhood was underway in July 2015. This stadium was built to replace the Metrodome and serve as the home for the Minnesota Vikings.

White steel framework and red construction cranes rise at night during U.S. Bank Stadium construction in Minneapolis. — Construction of U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota, highlights the complex steel framework and towering cranes that defined its assembly. The project, initiated in December 2013 on the former site of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, was designed by HKS Architects and constructed by Mortenson.

US Bank Stadium under construction in downtown Minneapolis with Wells Fargo office towers rising nearby. — US Bank Stadium, seen here under construction, opened in 2016 as the home of the Minnesota Vikings on the site of the demolished Metrodome. The stadium seats roughly 66,000 and cost about $1.1 billion to build, with a design featuring the largest transparent ETFE roof in North America. Ryan Companies developed the adjacent Downtown East project, including the two office towers visible here that became the Wells Fargo operations center, adding roughly 1.1 million square feet of workspace for thousands of employees.

US Bank Stadium going up in Downtown Minneapolis — Construction of U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis is shown during its development phase. The stadium, which broke ground in 2014 and opened in 2016, was built to replace the Metrodome and serve as the home for the Minnesota Vikings. Its construction represented a significant development project for the Downtown East neighborhood.

Tower cranes and construction equipment at the US Bank Stadium site in downtown Minneapolis during nighttime construction. — US Bank Stadium rose on the site of the demolished Metrodome in the Downtown East neighborhood of Minneapolis, replacing the Vikings' home of nearly three decades. Ryan Companies led construction on the $1.1 billion project, with HKS Inc. serving as architect. Construction ran from 2013 to 2016, and the Minnesota Vikings played their first game there in September 2016. The building can seat over 66,000 for football and has hosted Super Bowl LII and the NCAA Final Four.

Visitor's locker room at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, featuring blue metal lockers and seating. — The visitor's locker room at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This facility, which was demolished in 2019, served as the home stadium for the Minnesota Vikings from 1982 to 2013.

WCCO Radio broadcast booth in the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, Minneapolis. — WCCO Radio Booth 58, Metrodome. This image shows Booth 58, designated for WCCO Radio, within the now-demolished Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Metrodome, which opened in 1982, was a multi-purpose stadium that hosted the Minnesota Vikings football team, the Minnesota Twins baseball team, and various other sporting and entertainment events.

Interior of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome's air-supported roof in Minneapolis, Minnesota. — The interior of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome's air-supported fabric roof is visible in Minneapolis.

White yard line markings on artificial turf field of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis. — The artificial turf field of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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