Minnesota ranked among NFL's worst cities for tailgating

Minnesota has been identified as having one of the most difficult tailgating setups in the NFL, according to a recent report on the best cities for tailgating. The report evaluated various factors, including weather, parking availability, local stores, and attendance data, to determine overall scores for NFL cities.

Despite these challenges regarding tailgating, U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis remains highly regarded for the game day experience. The stadium, which has been home to the Minnesota Vikings since 2016, has been ranked as a top league stadium by The Athletic and won the top spot in the Voice Of The Fan survey for best overall game day experience in 2025.