U.S. Bank Stadium
| Company type | Stadium |
|---|---|
| Industry | Sports venue |
| Founded | 2016 |
| Headquarters | Minneapolis , United States |
Area served | Minneapolis metropolitan area |
Key people | Minnesota Vikings (tenant) |
| Products | NFL games, college baseball, concerts, major sporting events |
| Owner | Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority |
| Website | www |
U.S. Bank Stadium is a fully enclosed arena situated in the heart of Minneapolis, Minnesota, constructed on the previous location of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. Since its opening in 2016, it has been the home field for the Minnesota Vikings of the National Football League (NFL) and also hosts early-season college baseball contests for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers.
From 1982 until the Metrodome's closure in 2013, the Vikings played at that venue. During the stadium's construction phase, they temporarily relocated for two seasons (2014 and 2015) to the outdoor Huntington Bank Stadium on the University of Minnesota campus.
On June 17, 2016, contractor Mortenson Construction announced that U.S. Bank Stadium was substantially finished, five weeks ahead of its official opening on July 22. Subsequently, the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority handed over operational control to the Vikings. The team’s inaugural preseason game took place on August 28, followed by their first regular-season home game on September 18, a 17–14 victory against the Green Bay Packers.
U.S. Bank Stadium was the first NFL stadium with a fixed roof constructed since Detroit’s Ford Field in 2002. The project’s total cost was $1.061 billion, funded by $348 million from the state of Minnesota, $150 million from Minneapolis city, and $551 million from private sources including the team. The venue has hosted significant events such as Super Bowl LII on February 4, 2018—won by the Philadelphia Eagles—the ESPN X Games in July 2018, and the NCAA Final Four in April 2019, where the Virginia Cavaliers claimed victory.
In August 2023, The Athletic honored U.S. Bank Stadium as the NFL’s "best venue."
Design
Although the Vikings' ownership favored an open-air stadium, state and local funding mandates necessitated an indoor facility capable of accommodating major events like the Super Bowl and Final Four. While retractable roofs gained popularity in stadium designs during the 2010s, they were generally not engineered to operate effectively in subzero temperatures. Constructing a roof mechanism operable during harsh Minnesotan winters for playoff games proved financially impractical.
The architectural firm HKS, Inc., recognized for projects such as AT&T Stadium and Lucas Oil Stadium, selected a lightweight translucent roof combined with expansive glazed entrances featuring large pivoting doors to maximize daylight penetration. The roof spans , making it North America’s largest ethylene tetrafluoroethylene (ETFE) structure—accounting for 60% of its surface—and was supplied by Vector Foiltec. Its low thermal resistance (R-factor) and angled configuration draw inspiration from Nordic vernacular architecture, enabling it to endure substantial snow loads that are channeled into heated gutters draining into the nearby Mississippi River.
The translucent roofing along with extensive glass panels provide spectators with unobstructed views of downtown Minneapolis. Retractable wall sections allow exposure to outdoor conditions while offering protection against snow, rain, and cold temperatures. The stadium is oriented northwest at roughly elevation.
Environmental advocates requested bird-friendly glass to minimize avian collisions; however, designers opted for highly reflective glass due to aesthetic considerations. Positioned along the prominent Mississippi Flyway migration corridor, this choice has resulted in bird mortality rates twice as high as any other building in Minneapolis. A "bird fatality study" conducted in 2019—funded by both the Vikings and Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority—recommended reducing glass reflectivity especially where vegetation reflections occur and suggested turning off lighting during peak migration periods to mitigate impacts.
Capacity
The standard seating capacity accommodates 66,860 attendees for most occasions, slightly surpassing that of the Metrodome. For soccer matches, concerts, and large-scale events such as the Super Bowl, this capacity increases to 73,000.
Regular season games
| style="Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;| Year | style="Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;| Total Attendance | style="Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;| Number of Games | style="Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;| Average Attendance | style="Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;| Highest Single Game Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 534,289 | 8 | 66,789 | Dallas (66,860) |
| 2017 | 533,764 | 8 | 66,721 | Green Bay (66,848) |
| 2018 | 534,491 | 8 | 66,811 | Chicago (66,878) |
| 2019 | 534,804 | 8 | 66,850 | Green Bay (67,167) |
| 2020 | 0 | 8 | 0 | NA |
| 2021 | 533,613 | 8 | 66,713 | Green Bay (66,959) |
| 2022 | 600,183 | 9 | 66,687 | New York Jets (66,973) |
| 2023 | 535,308 | 8 | 66,913 | Kansas City Chiefs and Green Bay Packers (67,003) |
| 2024 | 535,438 | 8 | 66,929 | Green Bay Packers (67,031) |
The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) serves as the governmental organization responsible for owning and managing U.S. Bank Stadium located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Created by the Minnesota Legislature in 2012, it replaced the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission (MSFC), which had been established in 1977 to supervise the construction of the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome. The MSFC operated the Metrodome in a manner comparable to how the MSFA currently administers U.S. Bank Stadium. Before its demolition in early 2014 to facilitate the building of U.S. Bank Stadium, the MSFA also temporarily managed the Metrodome. Of the five MSFA members, three are appointed by the Governor of Minnesota, while two are designated by the mayor of Minneapolis.
Public involvement with stadiums in the Twin Cities region dates back to increased professional sports interest during the early 1950s. On August 13, 1954, Minneapolis and Bloomington created the Metropolitan Sports Area Commission (MSAC) to oversee the development and operation of Metropolitan Stadium, which officially opened in 1956. In response to dissatisfaction expressed by the Minnesota Vikings during the 1970s, both local and state governments initiated plans for a new stadium.
Established in 1977, the MSFC absorbed the MSAC and assumed control over Metropolitan Stadium operations until its closure in 1981 when the Metrodome opened. The commission consisted of seven members: six appointed by the Minneapolis City Council, and a chairperson appointed by the Governor of Minnesota, who was required not to reside within Minneapolis. The MSFC was dissolved through legislation passed in May 2012 that authorized funding for U.S. Bank Stadium; its responsibilities and assets were subsequently transferred to the MSFA.
Metrodome lease
The agreement between the Vikings and the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission (MSFC), finalized in August 1979, secured the team's presence at the Metrodome through 2011. This lease ranked among the least profitable within the NFL, as the stadium was owned by the commission, and the Vikings were required to pay rent until 2011. Nevertheless, in the years leading up to the Metrodome's demolition, the MSFC forgave nearly $4 million in rent payments. The Vikings were obligated to remit 9.5% of ticket revenues to the MSFC, which maintained exclusive control over stadium advertising and naming rights, thereby restricting the team's revenue streams. Although the Vikings generated income from luxury suite sales during the Minnesota Twins baseball season—a factor influencing the Twins' relocation to Target Field in 2010—the commission managed parking income and compensated the team with only 10% of concession sales, retaining approximately 35% of concessions sold at Vikings events. In 2005, local revenue rankings placed the Vikings 30th out of 32 NFL franchises. Both the Vikings and other tenants within the stadium consistently opposed renovation plans for the Metrodome. A collaborative stadium proposal in 2002 with University of Minnesota football was abandoned due to disagreements over design and state budget limitations; subsequently, the university inaugurated TCF Bank Stadium in 2009.
Downtown Minneapolis
From early on, Zygi Wilf, a New Jersey billionaire and principal owner of the Vikings since 2005, showed a strong interest in redeveloping the Metrodome's downtown location regardless of where a new stadium would be constructed. Given downtown Minneapolis’ expanding transit infrastructure, cultural venues, and rising demand for residential and office spaces, Wilf identified underutilized parcels on Downtown’s east side—centered around the Metrodome—as a prime redevelopment opportunity. He initiated negotiations with adjacent landowners, primarily involving the City of Minneapolis and the Star Tribune. The media's involvement, especially an uncritical stance from Star Tribune, played a crucial role in advancing the stadium proposal. After dismissing alternative sites, the Vikings concentrated on establishing a stadium as a focal point within a comprehensive urban revitalization plan.
Wilf’s ownership group acquired significant property holdings in the Downtown East district surrounding the Metrodome. In June 2007, they bought four blocks of largely vacant land near the Star Tribune headquarters from Avista Capital Partners for $45 million, reportedly obtaining first refusal rights to purchase the newspaper’s headquarters subsequently. Earlier in May 2007, they had purchased three downtown parking lots for $5 million and submitted a bid for a city-owned subterranean parking structure adjacent to the neighborhood’s light rail station.
2007
On April 19, 2007, initial concepts for a new stadium and accompanying urban development were revealed by the MSFC and Vikings, aiming for an opening in 2012. The proposal encompassed upgrades to the light rail station along with plans for 4,500 residential units, hotels totaling 270 rooms, substantial office space, and extensive retail areas.
The envisioned stadium was designed to accommodate roughly 73,600 spectators with an anticipated completion date of August 2011. Although architectural renderings were not finalized at that stage, notable elements included a retractable roof to secure eligibility for major events such as the Super Bowl and Final Four, unobstructed views of downtown Minneapolis’ skyline, a glass-enclosed Winter Garden adjacent to the Metrodome light-rail stop, an urban plaza featuring outdoor cafés amid dense housing development, enhanced streetscapes linking cultural institutions, and adaptive reuse of historic structures. Urban planners responded with cautious optimism toward this vision.
The estimated cost in 2007 stood at $953.9 million: $616.6 million allocated for stadium construction, $200.7 million dedicated to the retractable roof mechanism, $58.1 million for parking facilities, $8.9 million covering land rights-of-way nearby, plus an inflation adjustment of $69.6 million projected through 2010. For comparison, Indianapolis’ Lucas Oil Stadium cost $675 million (with retractable roof), Dallas’ Cowboys Stadium was $932 million (also with retractable roof), and New York’s MetLife Stadium reached $1.7 billion (open-air design). Wilf acknowledged that incorporating surrounding urban development could elevate total expenses to approximately $2 billion. These estimates were based on anticipated construction costs in 2008; without legislative approval, costs might have approached $1 billion.
At that point, no financing strategies had been proposed. The MSFC and Vikings made preliminary presentations to Minnesota State legislators late in 2007 but intended to pursue more comprehensive efforts during the 2008 legislative session. The Vikings suggested forming a Minnesota Football Stadium Task Force expected to require two years for planning completion.
2008
After the MSFC voted in September 2008 to initiate feasibility studies on repurposing the Metrodome, an independent analysis examining 38 U.S. cities revealed that NFL team achievements have a favorable effect on local economies. Specifically, residents' personal income rose by approximately $165 annually when their team secured 10 wins. This positive economic impact was exclusive to NFL football, as similar income increases were not observed in professional baseball or basketball.
2009
Early 2009 was anticipated to bring feasibility studies focused on designing a new stadium in Dallas and constructing it locally. The selection of Dallas-based HKS and Minnesota’s Mortenson as construction manager was made by Roy Terwilliger, former Republican state senator; AFL-CIO leader Ray Waldron; Dome engineering CEO Bill Lester; and Steve Maki from the MSFC. This decision faced resistance from Minneapolis-St. Paul representatives who preferred local firms such as Ellerbe Beckett and Kraus-Anderson. Loanne Thrane, the only female commissioner from St. Paul, opposed the choice but ultimately aligned with the majority vote.
In December 2009, commission chairman Terwilliger remarked, "We understand what is achievable at this specific site." The new proposal featured a 65,000-seat stadium with a retractable roof, priced $84 million less than earlier plans but adding $50 million annually due to construction delays. Vikings officials boycotted the presentation, which estimated total expenses at $870 million—or $770 million excluding the sliding roof.
2010
On May 5, 2010, the Minnesota House panel narrowly rejected the Vikings’ stadium proposal by a 10–9 vote, dealing a significant blow to the plan.
The stadium discussion intensified following the Metrodome roof collapse on December 12, 2010. This incident forced the Vikings to relocate their last two home games and sparked renewed calls for a new facility from both local and national media outlets. Governor Mark Dayton engaged in talks with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell, emphasizing that "any new stadium must primarily serve Minnesota’s residents." By December 26, 2010, Vikings owner Zigi Wilf consented to an open-air stadium concept.
City of Minneapolis Proposal
With Hennepin County stepping back from pursuing a Vikings stadium, the city of Minneapolis proposed constructing a fixed-roof stadium at the downtown Metrodome location, estimated at $895 million. The proposal also included $95 million allocated for upgrades to the Target Center. The Vikings expressed reservations about playing at the nearby 50,000-seat University of Minnesota TCF Bank Stadium throughout the three-year construction timeframe. Given its lower cost, the Minneapolis dome site remained a preferred alternative if financial challenges delayed Ramsey County’s plan.
Ramsey County Proposal
In May 2011, Ramsey County officials agreed to partner locally with the Minnesota Vikings on a new stadium project, contingent upon approval by the Minnesota Legislature and passage of a sales tax increase by the Ramsey County Board. The proposed location was the former Twin Cities Army Ammunitions Plant site in Arden Hills, roughly from Minneapolis's Metrodome. The plan called for an $884 million stadium plus an additional $173 million dedicated to infrastructure improvements, parking facilities, and environmental remediation.
The Vikings pledged $407 million (44% of construction costs), Ramsey County planned to raise $350 million through a half-cent sales tax hike, and Minnesota state aimed to contribute $300 million. This brought total funding to about $1.057 billion but left an estimated funding gap of at least $131 million.
2012
On March 1, 2012, Governor Dayton revealed a new plan for a $975 million stadium to be constructed on the Metrodome location, subject to approval by the legislature and city council. The initiative, with approximately half of its funding coming from public sources, was inspired by Lucas Oil Stadium and intended to require the Vikings to play only a single season at TCF Bank Stadium during the building phase. The proposal generated a range of responses, with some critics arguing it amounted to an unjust financial advantage for the team owners.
By May 10, 2012, the Minnesota Legislature had authorized funding: $477 million from the Vikings, $348 million from the state, and $150 million from Minneapolis through a hospitality tax. Over a 30-year period, Minneapolis’s total payment would reach $678 million when including interest and operational expenses. Governor Dayton signed the legislation, and on May 25, 2012, the Minneapolis City Council gave its consent. The Vikings continued playing at the Metrodome through 2013; under COO Kevin Warren, they then transitioned to TCF Bank Stadium until the new stadium was completed.
2013
On May 13, 2013, the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA), alongside the Minnesota Vikings and HKS Sports & Entertainment Group, presented the design plans for the new stadium.
2014
In January 2014, a lawsuit filed by former Minneapolis mayoral candidate Doug Mann and others aimed to halt stadium construction by contesting the constitutionality of its funding strategy, which delayed a $468 million bond issuance. Officials cautioned that this legal challenge could postpone progress and raise overall costs. The Minnesota Supreme Court eventually dismissed the case.
Charitable gambling funding
The state's portion of stadium expenses was intended to be financed through revenues generated by new electronic pull-tabs, initially projected at $34 million for 2013 when the funding legislation passed in May 2012.
Initial poor revenue forecasts
Six months afterward, the Minnesota Office of Management and Budget downgraded its 2013 revenue estimate by 51%, lowering it to $16 million due to slower rollout and reduced daily earnings per device. By March 2013, forecasts had plunged further to $1.7 million—a staggering 95% decrease from original projections—prompting legislative efforts to address this shortfall. In response, lawmakers enacted a one-time cigarette inventory tax to bridge funding gaps during construction and closed a corporate income tax loophole for future revenue stability.
Uptick in revenue and payoff proposal
By July 2016, state reports indicated that pull-tab revenues were "soaring," fostering optimism within Minneapolis about ongoing growth potential. As of January 2023, increased electronic pull-tab income enabled Governor Tim Walz to propose retiring the outstanding bond debt related to the state's stadium contribution ahead of schedule. Nearly all payments would be drawn from the gambling-funded stadium reserve fund, with any remainder covered by general state funds. If approved, this plan would shorten the repayment timeline by two decades.
Construction
In August 2012, the Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority (MSFA) solicited bids from five prominent national stadium design firms, including Populous, AECOM, EwingCole, and HNTB. On September 28, 2012, MSFA selected Dallas-based HKS, Inc., recognized for projects such as AT&T Stadium and Lucas Oil Stadium, as lead architect. HKS's portfolio also includes venues like Globe Life Park in Arlington and Milwaukee's American Family Field. While initial design details were withheld from public release, plans featured elements like a retractable roof or walls and interactive technologies aimed at enhancing fan experience.
Although construction was initially slated to begin in October 2013, it was postponed until December due to ongoing financial inquiries involving the Wilf family. On August 27, 2015, a fatal accident occurred during roof construction when one worker died and another was injured. OSHA imposed fines totaling $173,400 on Mortenson Construction and subcontractor Berwald Roofing for serious safety violations related to inadequate fall protection measures.
On June 15, 2015, U.S. Bank secured naming rights for the stadium through a $220 million agreement spanning 25 years.
National Football League
On May 20, 2014, Minneapolis was selected by the NFL to host Super Bowl LII, prevailing over competing proposals from Indianapolis and New Orleans. Later that year, on November 14, the NCAA declared that the stadium would be the venue for the men's basketball Final Four in 2019. In May 2015, Governor Mark Dayton announced a campaign to bring the College Football Playoff National Championship to the stadium in 2020; however, this bid was unsuccessful when New Orleans was chosen in November 2015, marking the stadium's first major event bid defeat. Subsequently, on July 20, 2016, it was revealed that U.S. Bank Stadium and Minneapolis would host the summer X Games for three consecutive years: 2017, 2018, and 2019. The planned 2020 event was ultimately canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The stadium's inaugural NFL game took place on August 28, 2016, during Week 3 of the preseason against the San Diego Chargers. Despite the Chargers opening the scoring with a touchdown, the Vikings secured a 23–10 victory. The first regular season triumph at U.S. Bank Stadium occurred on September 18, 2016, when the Vikings edged out the Green Bay Packers with a final score of 17–14.
Starting in 2017, U.S. Bank Stadium became a recurring site for one round of the AMA Supercross Championship, bringing back this event after its last appearance at the Metrodome in 2013.
The stadium hosted its initial playoff game on January 14, 2018—an NFC divisional matchup where the Vikings defeated the New Orleans Saints 29–24 thanks to an extraordinary last-second 61-yard reception by wide receiver Stefon Diggs, a moment famously termed the Minneapolis Miracle. The Vikings proceeded to advance to the NFC Championship but were defeated by the Philadelphia Eagles with a score of 38–7, thereby missing their chance to become the first NFL franchise to compete in a Super Bowl held at their home venue.
Super Bowl LII was held at U.S. Bank Stadium on February 4, 2018, featuring a contest between the Philadelphia Eagles and New England Patriots. The Eagles emerged victorious with a final tally of 41–33, claiming their inaugural Super Bowl championship.
Basketball
The stadium served as host for the Final Four stage of the 2019 NCAA Division I men's basketball tournament, where the Virginia Cavaliers defeated the Texas Tech Red Raiders by an 85–77 margin to capture their first NCAA championship title.
Soccer
U.S. Bank Stadium was designed with dimensions accommodating a soccer field measuring 115 by 74 yards to support potential plans for an MLS expansion team. In 2012, legislation granted the Vikings ownership a five-year timeframe to secure an MLS franchise, prompting them to initiate an expansion proposal. By December 2014, Vikings Vice President Lester Bagley unveiled renderings depicting how the stadium could be configured for MLS play; these showed capacity reduced to approximately 20,000 through use of tarps and curtains. Bagley emphasized that unlike typical football arenas such as Gillette Stadium, this venue was "specifically built with soccer in mind."
On March 16, 2015, however, Vikings ownership withdrew their MLS expansion pursuit after Major League Soccer chose Minnesota United FC’s proposal for a smaller outdoor stadium located in Saint Paul, known as Allianz Field.
The first soccer event at U.S. Bank Stadium took place on August 3, 2016—a match between AC Milan and Chelsea FC as part of the 2016 International Champions Cup. Later that year on October 23, the United States women's national soccer team secured a commanding 5–1 victory over Switzerland in an international friendly.
| Date | Winning Team | Result | Losing Team | Tournament | Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 3, 2016 | Template:Country data ENGTemplate:Namespace detect showall Chelsea FC | 3–1 | Template:Country data ITATemplate:Namespace detect showall AC Milan | 2016 International Champions Cup | 64,101 |
| October 23, 2016 | Template:Fbw | 5–1 | Template:Fbw | Women's International Friendly | 23,400 |
| July 31, 2018 | Template:Country data ENGTemplate:Namespace detect showall Tottenham Hotspur | 1–0 | Template:Country data ITATemplate:Namespace detect showall AC Milan | 2018 International Champions Cup | 31,264 |
| June 29, 2025 | Template:Fb | 1–1 (6–5 pen.) |
Template:Fb | 2025 CONCACAF Gold Cup Quarterfinals | 32,289 |
| Template:Fb | 2–2 (4–3 pen.) |
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Baseball
Similar to its predecessor, the Metrodome, U.S. Bank Stadium is equipped to host baseball events during the colder months. The University of Minnesota schedules select matchups here, primarily in February and March. This includes the College Classic, a prominent non-conference tournament featuring leading NCAA teams from Minnesota, which was temporarily halted during stadium renovations.
The stadium's first-ever baseball contest took place on February 24, 2017, featuring Century College against Iowa Central. Although the University of Minnesota was originally slated to open with the inaugural game, delays in transitioning the field from Supercross to baseball postponed their appearance until later that day against Seattle University. This event marked the university’s first indoor home game since playing at the Metrodome.
Presently, the Golden Gophers play as many as 15 home games each season at U.S. Bank Stadium, deferring any on-campus home fixtures until April.
College football
The stadium welcomed its initial college football game on September 2, 2023, when North Dakota State secured a 35–10 victory over Eastern Washington in front of an audience of 22,546.
A scheduled matchup between St. Thomas and Saint John's set for November 7, 2020, was announced but ultimately canceled due to the COVID-19 outbreak.
| style="text-align:center; Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;"|Date | style="text-align:center; Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;"|Winning Team | style="text-align:center; Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;"|Losing Team | style="text-align:center; Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;"|Final Score | style="text-align:center; Template:NFLPrimaryStyle;"|Attendance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 2, 2023 | North Dakota State | Eastern Washington | 35–10 | 22,546 |
Professional wrestling
On May 23, 2024, it was announced that U.S. Bank Stadium will host WWE's SummerSlam Premium Live Event in 2026 on August 1–2. This will be the second time SummerSlam spans two nights, following the 2025 event held at MetLife Stadium.
Concerts
The stadium's debut weekend featured concerts by country star Luke Bryan on August 19, 2016, followed by a performance from heavy metal band Metallica on August 20. Efforts were underway to have Minneapolis native Prince headline the opening concert; however, he passed away in April 2016 before this could occur.
Significant performances at the venue include Justin Timberlake’s Super Bowl Halftime Show appearance, The Revolution—Prince’s backing band—playing outside the stadium, rock band A Day to Remember performing during the X-Games, and rapper Flo Rida. Compared to the Metrodome, U.S. Bank Stadium has seen a substantial rise in concert frequency.
| Date | Artist | Opening act(s) | Tour / Concert name | Attendance | Revenue | Notes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 19, 2016 | Luke Bryan | Little Big Town Dustin Lynch |
Kill the Lights Tour | 47,219 / 47,219 | $4,565,264 | First-ever concert held at the stadium | |
| August 20, 2016 | Metallica | Volbeat Avenged Sevenfold |
WorldWired Tour | 48,492 / 48,492 | $5,158,790 | Followed Luke Bryan’s show by one day | |
| July 30, 2017 | Guns N' Roses | Deftones | Not in This Lifetime... Tour | 48,740 / 48,740 | $5,567,052 | First Minnesota concert featuring original members Axl Rose, Slash, and Duff McKagan since 1992. | |
| August 12, 2017 | Coldplay | AlunaGeorge Izzy Bizu |
A Head Full of Dreams Tour | 47,472 / 47,472 | $4,325,230 | ||
| September 8, 2017 | U2 | Beck | The Joshua Tree Tour 2017 | 43,386 / 43,386 | $4,698,100 | ||
| May 5, 2018 | Kenny Chesney | Thomas Rhett Old Dominion Brandon Lay |
Trip Around the Sun Tour | 48,255 / 48,255 | $4,999,184 | ||
| May 18, 2018 | Lecrae Hillsong |
Tye Tribbett Jabbawockeez Nick Hall |
Pulse Twin Cities | Free Concert | |||
| August 8, 2018 | Beyoncé Jay-Z |
Chloe X Halle | On the Run II Tour | 32,851 /32,851 | $3,627,417 | ||
| August 31 – September 1, 2018 | Taylor Swift | Camila Cabello Charli XCX |
Taylor Swift's Reputation Stadium Tour | 98,774 /98,774 | $10,242,024 | Minnesota proclaimed August 31 "Taylor Swift Day" in recognition of her consecutive shows. | |
| October 20, 2018 | Ed Sheeran | Snow Patrol Lauv |
÷ Tour | 49,359 /49,359 | $4,512,422 | ||
| May 3–4, 2019 | Garth Brooks | King Calaway Darius Rucker |
The Garth Brooks Stadium Tour | $11,718,000 | Set record for highest attendance at that time. | ||
| July 11, 2019 | Toby Mac | The LCMS Youth Gathering | |||||
| October 24, 2021 | The Rolling Stones | Black Pumas | No Filter Tour | 38,727 /38,727 | $8,039,757 | ||
| November 13, 2021 | George Strait | Chris Stapleton Little Big Town |
Strait Summer | — | — | ||
| June 11 & August – September (2022–2024 selected dates) |
Various supporting acts | Multiple tours such as One Hell Of a Night, | ||||||
| Upcoming bookings through October 2025 feature AC/DC's Power Up Tour; Kendrick Lamar and SZA's Grand National Tour; Post Malone's Big Ass Stadium Tour; The Weeknd's After Hours til Dawn Tour; and Paul McCartney's Got Back Tour. These engagements continue to draw large crowds and generate significant revenue. |
Religious events
The 2019 LCMS Youth Gathering took place from July 11 to 15, 2019, across several locations in downtown Minneapolis, including the U.S. Bank Stadium. Originally planned for June 29 to July 3, 2021, the ELCA Youth Gathering at the stadium was postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, rescheduled for July 24 to 28, 2022, before ultimately being canceled and deferred to a 2024 event in New Orleans.
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