The Vikings will host the Chargers at noon (CT) Sunday in the first football game inside U.S. Bank Stadium.
Here's a rundown of the in-game elements, as well as festivities before the game.
Gates open: 9:30 a.m.
Broadcast info
Television: FOX (KMSP FOX 9 in the Twin Cities)
Radio: KFAN 100.3-FM in the Twin Cities and across the Vikings Radio Network
In-stadium elements
Pre-game performance:Minnesota Vikings Alumni Cheer Routine
Special recognition: Labor leaders, business organizations and public affairs professionals who led the charge for U.S. Bank Stadium
Color Guard:The Minnesota Army National Guard's Funeral Honors Team
National Anthem: Chris Hawkey
Gjallarhorn:U.S. Olympian David Plummer, who won Gold and Bronze medals in the 2016 Rio Olympics
U.S. Bank Hometown Hero: Russ Marshall, the former Red Wing Football coach who spent four decades coaching the Wingers Football program.
Halftime: Viktor and his mascot friends host the Red Wing Wingers
Out-of-stadium elements
Vikings Village and The Commons Park
The opening of U.S. Bank Stadium will align with the launching of several new game-day festivities and experiences outside the venue to get fans primed for kickoff.
The epicenter for these experiences will be the Delta Vikings Village, as well as an array of family activities in The Commons Park.
Delta Vikings Village Activities:
• Live Music – Performed by Mothers Hot Dish from 9:30 a.m. – noon
• VCF Wheel of Fun – Promotional give-a-ways and VCF Silent Auction will be located at the corner of Chicago Avenue and South 4th Street
• Partner Activation Areas – Check out the fun activities our sponsors have planned in our Delta Vikings Village!
Delta Vikings Village Stage Timeline:
SKOL Line Performance: 10 a.m.
Cheerleader Performance: 10:45 a.m.
The Commons:
• Face Painters – Unique and classic face painting opportunities provided for fans of all ages!
• Viktor Football Toss
• QB Challenge – Throw to your favorite targets, Kyle Rudolph, Adrian Peterson and Stefon Diggs!
• Inflatable Obstacle Course – Climb walls, dodge defenders, and finish by going down the slide!
• Play 60 Zone
• Giant Inflatable Bag Toss
• Giveaways – The first 1,000 fans will receive the 2016 schedule poster and schedule cards.
The Commons Stage Timeline:
Cheerleader Performance: 10 a.m.
SKOL Line Performance: 10:30 a.m.
Food Vendors:
Aramark will be serving typical tailgate fare throughout the Delta Vikings Village.
Merchandise:
The Vikings Locker Room will have a merchandise truck located in the Delta Vikings Village. The Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders will be selling their 2016 calendars throughout the morning in the Delta Vikings Village and the Commons.
Autographs:
Autographs will take place from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in the Delta Vikings Village.
• Robert Griffith, Strong Safety (1994-2001)
• Carl Lee, Cornerback (1982-1993)
Autographs will also be available from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. in Medtronic Plaza
• Bob Lurtsema, Defensive End (1972-1976)
First Aid:
A First Aid tent will be located on the Southeast end of the Commons at the corner of South 5th Street and Park Avenue
Bag Check:
Check your bag for $10 per item at our secure bag check located in the Commons.
