Vikings tailgaters might have to find new ways to gear up for games. A smaller zone for tailgating near the new U.S. Bank Stadium in downtown Minneapolis won preliminary approval Tuesday at City Hall. The Vikings will also have to convince owners of the parking lots within the zone to allow tailgating.
It is estimated the eight qualifying lots in the new zone could provide up to 1,000 spaces, but this will likely shrink with more development, leaving far fewer spots than were available when the Vikings played at the Metrodome.
This is concerning to fans that consider tailgating an essential part to Sunday game days.