Zubaz Gameday Guide
What to Wear to a Minnesota Vikings Game
U.S. Bank Stadium keeps the Skol chant indoors and toasty, but a Minneapolis tailgate in December is as real as winter gets. Here's how Vikings fans dress for both halves of gameday, in purple and gold.
This guide covers the full Minnesota Vikings gameday uniform — what to wear to the stadium, what actually works in the Minneapolis weather, and what to pack for the tailgate. Every piece below is officially licensed Minnesota Vikings gear, ships free in the lower 48, and is loud enough that your section will know whose side you're on.
Start with the pants. Always the pants.
Since 1988, Zubaz pants have been the gameday uniform for fans who show up loud. The Minnesota Vikings zebra print is instantly recognizable across a parking lot, roomy enough to layer over thermals, and comfortable enough to wear from the 8 AM tailgate through the postgame traffic. If you only upgrade one piece of your gameday fit, this is it.
Zubaz NFL Adult Unisex Z88 Embroidered Holiday Ombre Pants, Minnesota Vikings
$54.99
Zubaz NFL Adult Unisex Z88 Embroidered Post Pattern Pant, Minnesota Vikings, X-Small
$54.99
Zubaz NFL Adult Unisex Z88 Embroidered Leaf 3 Color Pants, Minnesota Vikings
$54.99
Zubaz NFL Adult Unisex Z88 Camo Lines Pants, Minnesota Vikings
$54.99
Dressing for a dome game at U.S. Bank Stadium
U.S. Bank Stadium keeps kickoff at a comfortable 70 degrees no matter what Minneapolis is doing outside — but your gameday doesn't start inside. The tailgate lot is fully exposed to the season, so dress for the parking lot and you'll be fine in the building: Zubaz pants and a team tee as the base, plus a hoodie you can tie off or stash once you're through the gates. Comfort matters more than insulation here, which is exactly what the relaxed fit was built for.
Inside-the-dome tops
Zubaz NFL 90s SS Tee- Helmet-Off White, MINNESOTA VIKINGS
$38.00
Zubaz NFL Unisex Adult Vintage 90s Full Back Zebra 2 Color Tonal All Over Short Sleeve T-Shirt, Minnesota Vikings, X-Small
$38.00
Zubaz NFL Women's Zebra 2 Team Color Circle Logo Short Sleeve T-Shirt, Minnesota Vikings
$39.99
Zubaz NFL Men's Team Color Tunnel Long Sleeve T-Shirt, Minnesota Vikings
$39.99
The tailgate layer
Zubaz NFL Women's Free Play 2 Color Zebra Liner Hoodie, MINNESOTA VIKINGS
$64.99
Zubaz NFL Women's 3 Color Zebra Liner Full Zip Hoodie, MINNESOTA VIKINGS
$69.99
Zubaz NFL Men's Logo 2 Color Zebra Bands and Hood Liner Full Zip Hoodie, MINNESOTA VIKINGS
$74.99
Zubaz NFL Men's Linebacker 2 Color Zebra Sleeve Panel Hoodie, MINNESOTA VIKINGS
$69.99
The tailgate checklist
- The uniform: Minnesota Vikings Zubaz pants + team top. Non-negotiable.
- Weather insurance: a layer for the lot; the dome takes care of the rest.
- Comfortable shoes: you'll be standing 6+ hours between lot and seats.
- Small clear bag: NFL stadiums enforce the clear-bag policy — leave the backpack at the tailgate.
- Portable charger: mobile tickets die with your battery.
- Layers for the ride home: night games end colder than they start.
- The dog: if your four-legged fan is tailgating, get them a Minnesota Vikings jersey or bandana. Instant lot celebrity.
Finish the fit: Minnesota Vikings accessories
Zubaz Santa Hat NFL Minnesota Vikings - Team color
$24.99
Zubaz Santa Hat NFL Minnesota Vikings - Red and green
$24.99
Gameday FAQ
What do fans wear to a Minnesota Vikings game?
Team colors, head to toe. The classic Minnesota Vikings fan uniform is a jersey or team t-shirt up top and Zubaz zebra-print pants below — the look that's been in NFL parking lots since 1988. U.S. Bank Stadium is climate-controlled, so dress for the tailgate outside and you'll be comfortable inside.
Is it cold at U.S. Bank Stadium?
No — U.S. Bank Stadium is an indoor stadium kept around 70 degrees year-round. The only weather you'll feel is at the tailgate.
What is the bag policy at NFL stadiums?
The NFL clear-bag policy applies league-wide: bags must be clear plastic no larger than 12" x 6" x 12", or a small clutch. Backpacks and large purses aren't allowed inside, so leave them at the tailgate or in the car.
Are Zubaz Minnesota Vikings products officially licensed?
Yes — Zubaz is an official NFL licensee, and every Minnesota Vikings item we make is authentic licensed gear in true team colors. Shipping is free on every order in the 48 contiguous United States.