Minneapolis Metrodome

TwinsFest 2012 Concludes at Dome

2012-01-30T08:57:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Twins wrapped up TwinsFest 2012 at their old home in downtown Minneapolis. After an estimated 30,000 fans attended the event over three days at the Dome, the Minnesota Twins will now be looking to Spring Training.

This year marked the event's return to the Metrodome, after it was held at the National Sports Center Blaine because the Dome's roof collapsed as a result of heavy snow in December 2010.

More than 60 former, current and future Twins players were at the Metrodome to meet with fans, pose for pictures and sign for autographs.

Metrodome Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam tickets

2012-01-06T10:11:00.000-08:00

The Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam is once again coming to the Minneapolis Metrodome! Monster Jam tickets are still available! The Monster Jam show starts at 7pm on Saturday January 21, 2012 and the gates of the Dome will open at 5:30pm. The Pit Party goes from 2-5pm, and there will be no new entrants to the Pit Party after 4:30pm.

You can get free Pit Party passes at participating Subway locations between January 12-21. The Pit Party passes are only available while supplies last. Pit Passes can also be purchased at the Metrodome Box office, but who wants to pay for something you can get for free! Be sure to hit up your local Subway! Having a Pit Party Pass does not get you into Monster Jam. You will need to purchase a Monster Jam ticket to be able to use your Pit Party Pass.

Check out www.webtixxs.com for Monster Jam tickets for the Minneapolis Metrodome Monster Jam event on January 21, 2012, or check with the box office!

2012 Twinsfest information

2012-01-02T13:19:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings season is over, and what are we looking forward to when we think of the Metrodome? It's time to look towards the 2012 Minnesota Twins season. The Metrodome is no longer the home playing field of the Twins, but the Metrodome is still the home of Twinsfest! Target Field is nice and all, but the Metrodome is a lot more inviting when you're hosting an event in January in Minnesota!

Twinsfest 2012 will be at the Metrodome from Friday January 27 to Sunday January 29, 2012.

Twinsfest details are as follows:
Friday January 27 4pm - 9:30pm
Saturday January 28 9am-6pm
Sunday January 29 9am-4pm

Tickets are $9 in advance, and $15 at the door.

Twinsfest is the huge yearly fundraiser for the Twins Community Fund and has raised millions of dollars since the early 1990s!

If you haven't been to Twinsfest before, you must check it out! It's a treat. Not often do you get the chance to help raise money for charity and get such awesome things in return! Former and current Twins players autographs and pictures with the players, games, you can audition to sing at a Twins home game, baseball card show and more! Check it out!

Cheap Minnesota Vikings Chicago Bears tickets

2011-12-26T09:28:00.000-08:00

The last Minnesota Vikings home game for the season in Sunday, January 1, 2012 against the Chicago Bears! The Minnesota Vikings are going into the game with a 3 and 12 record and the Chicago Bears will go into the game with a 7 and 8 record. Both teams trail the 14-1 Green Bay Packers and Detroit Lions 10-5 record in the NFC North team standings.

The Vikings Bears game on New Year's Day 2012 will not count towards much of anything for these two teams, but it is the first Vikings game of 2012, let's all go to the game and start the cheering for an awesome 2012 Vikings season! There is no better time to look toward the future then during a deadend season.

Vikings bears tickets are starting at $39/ticket at Ticket King! You can order your Chicago Bears and Minnesota Vikings tickets online at www.TicketKingOnline.com or stop in the Minneapolis store at 212 Chicago Avenue South, two blocks North of the Metrodome, on the corner of Washington and Chicago. You can reach Ticket King at 612-341-4131. Give 'em a call now!

CHEAP Minnesota Vikings vs New Orleans Saints tickets

2011-12-16T15:00:00.000-08:00

There are still a pretty fair amount of Minnesota Vikings vs. New Orleans Saints tickets available out there! Tickets from Ticket King have dropped a few bucks, down to the low price of $29/ticket, which is FACE VALUE!

It isn't often that NFL tickets sell for the face value price on the secondary ticket market! That means you can get the tickets for cheaper than you can at the box office! If you buy from the box office, you'll still have to pay tax. On the secondary market, you're only paying tax on the amount that you are paying above face value. So when purchasing tickets FOR FACE VALUE, there is no sales tax for you! Oh yeah!

Vikings Saints tickets in the lower level are starting at just $74 each ticket, which is BELOW face value. we're not even talking about paying the straight up face value price, but rather UNDER FACE VALUE! Now that's a deal!

I believe I heard that Jared Allen is nearing a record for sacks! Let's see if he can sack some Saints quarterback this week and get closer to sealing the deal for a new record this season!

The tickets at or below face value will not last long. If you're into getting a good deal on Vikings tickets, do not delay! There are other tickets available, but the cheap tickets will sell out fast!

Buy your Vikings tickets now! We need lots of Purple and Gold in the Dome this week! We need to win to ensure that we do not make a franchise record of worst Vikings franchise record loses!

Skol Vikings! Let's kick some Saints butt!

Metrodome Vikings vs Saints tickets

2011-12-09T11:04:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings play in Detroit this weekend, so there is no excitement about a home game this week in Minneapolis. Don't worry! The Vikes will be back at home next weekend, where they play against the New Orleans Saints on Sunday December 18 at Noon Central time.

There is currently an array of tickets left in plenty of locations and price ranges for the Vikings vs Saints game. Prices start at just $34 per ticket in the upper level and $89 per ticket in the lower level, at Ticket King. They are my favorite place to buy tickets for events! I can get a person on the phone whenever I call. I don't have to deal with an automated system, I can pick up the tickets in the Ticket King office at no additional charge. The service is awesome!

The last few Vikings games have actually been quite popular. I think last week was popular because people wanted to go see Tim Tebow, the game before that there seemed to be a lot of interest just because the Vikings hadn't had a home game in a month. It will be interesting to see if the demand for next weeks game ends up being higher than expected, given the current Minnesota Vikings record of 2-10.

It's nice to know that there are lots of Vikings fans out there that are willing to cheer on their team even when times are hard. I like the die-hard Vikings fans. I am not a fan of the bandwagon fans--for all I could care, they should go jump on the Packers bandwagon and then not come back! How can someone call themselves a fan of something when they are only going to like it when it's all rosey and cheery! It takes a true fan to love them regardless of the record. Is it easier to cheer for a team that is winning and kicking butt....well, yes, obviously! But we can't abandon the Minnesota Vikings just because they stink this year. Let's go to the games, cheer on Ponder and "help" him along as he learns how to play in the NFL and hope that next season will be stellar! This guy knows what I'm talking about! He is a huge Vikings fan! He even made it onto one of the game tickets this year! How cool is that!? See, be a huge fan, no matter what, and you might make yourself somewhat famous!

Let's go Vikings!

Metrodome Vikings vs Denver Broncos tickets Sunday December 4, 2012

2011-12-02T13:19:00.000-08:00

There are very few Vikings vs Broncos tickets left for this weekend! There is a lot of buzz and excitement to see the Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow, which is why I think the game has exploded so much in popularity.

Unfortunately we know the excitement is not related to the Vikings "stellar" season.

The Vikings take on the Broncos this Sunday, December 4, 2012, at Noon Central time. A Minnesota Vikings time change took place. The Minnesota Vikings against Denver Broncos game was originally scheduled as a 3:05pm game, and was moved to the Noon slot about a week and a half ago.

Buy your Minnesota Vikings Denver Broncos tickets now, before all the Broncos Vikings tickets are gone!

Metrodome skating Rollerdome is back!

2011-11-25T14:30:00.000-08:00

If you're looking for a place to warm up and get some exercise now that the weather is colder, keeping us inside, away from the lakes and trails we love, the Rollerdome is your answer!
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The upper and lower concourses of the Metrodome become the Rollerdome in the winter. It's like going to the skate rink, except cooler! Gone is the disco ball and worn out roller skates. The concrete floor of the Metrodome concourse acts as an awesomely smooth service in roller skate or in-line skate.

Bring your family for some fun and fitness! The Metrodome Rollerdome offers free parking in the Metrodome VIP lot adjacent to Gate D. The Metrodome Rollerdome cost is $6.50 for adults, $5.50 for students, $4.50 for pre-teen & seniors. You can bring your own skates, or rent skates for $5.00. Season passes are available for purchase as well.

You can view the Rollerdome schedule here.

Did Christian Ponder start at QB for the Vikings too early?

2011-11-18T12:21:00.000-08:00

What do you think? I'd like to hear the opinion of my readers. Do you think Christian Ponder was started at QB too early for the Vikings?

Was it the right choice to have him start this year and get the on-field game experience for the rest of this season? Or should the coaches have had him on the sidelines learning and soaking in the NFL experience until next season?

I've heard interesting pros and cons to both arguments.

On one hand, Christian Ponder could have learned a lot without the stress of playing this year. He could have learned the ins and outs of traveling with the team, what the atmosphere is like at different venues at the away games, learning the way the Vikings play at a more intense level before being a Vikings starting quarterback. Since the NFL lockout was happening until so close to the start of the season, Ponder didn't have the time to learn how the Vikings worked, getting up to speed to learn the offence and get on the same page with his new teammates. Vikings Coach Frazier wanted to bring in a veteran that Ponder could learn from, and keep the Minnesota Vikings in contention for the 2011-2012 NFL season, instead of having a rebuilding year. That is why Frazier brought in McNabb, and Ponder has a lot he could Learn from Donovan McNabb.

The thorn in the side of that plan is that Donovan McNabb wasn't playing as well as the Vikings had hoped, which definitely changed things. So, the big pro of the Vikings putting Christian Ponder in as the starting quarterback for the Vikings 2011-2012 season are that he gets real-life experience playing in the league, versus taking it all in from the sidelines.

I'll look at this Vikings season as a rebuilding year, and hope and pray that the Minnesota Vikings have a better 2012-2013 NFL season! The good news is, the team record can't be much worse than it is now, so hopefully we can only go up from here!

Minnesota Vikings come home to Minneapolis Metrodome November 20, 2011 Vikings Raiders

2011-11-11T12:34:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings have been absent from the Minneapolis Metrodome since the Vikings Packers game on October 23, 2011! I've missed the Vikings being at home!

The Vikings play the Raiders at home on Sunday, November 20th. Vikings Raiders tickets are going fast! People are excited to have the Vikings back at home after a month away! Even Ticket King, who always has Vikings tickets, only has 150 Vikings vs. Raiders tickets left for sale! That's astounding! If you plan on going to the game to see the Raiders take on the Vikings, you'll need to secure your Metrodome tickets now! No dawdling!

The Vikings need all the Gold and Purple they can get! As fans, we need to make sure we are cheering on our team on our own home front!

Let's Go Vikings!

Metrodome Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam tickets

2011-11-04T13:27:00.000-07:00

Monster Jam Trucks is coming back to the Metrodome! After being cancelled last year due to the Metrodome roof collapse, I can imagine that there are some very excited fans, ready to see some monster trucks! Saturday, December 10, 2011, come see Monster Jam Trucks at the Metrodome!

Ticket King still has Monster Jam Trucks tickets available at $59 each! There is a Pit Party earlier in the day! The Pit Party takes place from 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Free Pit Passes are available at participating Subway locations through 12/10/11 while supplies last. The Show starts at 7:00 PM with the doors opening at 5:30 PM.

If December 10th doesn't work for you, don't fear! Monster Jam Trucks will return to the Metrodome on Saturday, January 21, 2012!

Will the Metrodome be gifted away?

2011-10-28T13:20:00.000-07:00

A group of Minnesota state lawmakers proposed that the Metrodome be given to the Minnesota Vikings team.The plan would be that the Vikings sign a contract of 25 years and would assume the costs it takes to operate the Metrodome.

The Vikings said, 'no thanks.'

As the story goes, the Metrodome no longer works for the team. The plan would allow the Vikings to make any changes they wanted to the venue that they cannot currently make due to the team not owning the stadium.

This plan had been proposed many years ago, when the Minnesota Twins were looking for a new home. The Twins, obviously, declined as well.

Poor Metrodome...it's the ugly step-sister that no one wants around.

Metrodome roof repair details

2011-10-21T13:01:00.000-07:00

Did you know that the Metrodome roof was finished with repairs and re-inflated on July 13, 2011? This was five months after the roof originally collapsed back in December of 2010, requiring that two Minnesota Vikings home games get moved to a different venue.

It took 50 people working six day workweeks to finish the project! The insurance for the Metrodome covered the whole $22 million cost to fix the roof. The project was finished on budget, and ahead of schedule from when the contractors predicted the roof would be finalized.

Once everything was finished with fixing the roof, it took 12 huge fans to fill the ten acres of fiberglass fabric with air, and it was inflated in 45 minutes!

Luckily everything went smoothly with the fixing of the Metrodome roof, and the new roof was finished and ready in time to start hosting the Minnesota Vikings games again in time for the preseason games back in August.

Minnesota Vikings vs Green Bay Packers at the Metrodome!

2011-10-17T18:17:00.000-07:00

Alright, we all know the Minnesota Vikings have not been doing that great this year. But the great news is, regardless of if you are a Vikings fan, or a Packers fan, this coming weekend is the one we all look forward to!

The Minnesota Vikings are hosting the Green Bay Packers at the Metrodome, or Mall of America Field, on Sunday October 23 at 3:15pm!

Let's see what the Vikings can do against last year's Super Bowl Champions!

There are lots of great Vikings/Packers tickets available at www.VikingsTickets.com! I would check them out and catch this game in person if I were you!

Vikings Host Cardinals at Metrodome

2011-10-06T11:47:00.001-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings are hosting Kevin Kolb and the Arizona Cardinals this Sunday. Donovan McNabb and Kolb have a history: McNabb was traded from Philadelphia to make way for Kolb. Now both quarterbacks are with different teams are have been struggling this year.

The two will meet on Sunday.

The pressure is on for both teams right now. Kolb is probably feeling the pressure a bit more after signing a five-year, $63 million contract with the Cardinals (1-3).

Leslie Frazier has maintained the McNabb will remain the starter even though the veteran is ranked 18th-best in QB rating at 80.9 with only four touchdowns. Minnesota ranks 31st in the league in passing offense. Fans at every game I've been at have started a 'we want Ponder' cheer at one point or another; fans want to see Ponder.

Minnesota heads into Sunday trying to avoid matching the franchise's worst start set in 1962.

The cardinals fell to 0-6 all-time at the Metrodome after blowing a 14-point, fourth-quarter lead in last year's 27-24 overtime loss.

McNabb, Vikings Feel Pressure

2011-10-06T10:58:00.000-07:00

Vikings Hold Double-Digit Lead in Dome

2011-09-29T10:45:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings have held double-digit leads going into the second half of every game this year. The Kansas City Chiefs haven't held a lead at any point.

However, the teams have more in common than you would think: both sit at 0-3 and at the bottom of their respective division.

The Vikings are looking to pick up a win and avoid their first 0-4 start since 2002. This 0-4 team is the best first half team in the game so far this year, outscoring their opponents 54-7 in the first half while losing 6-67 in the second half.

The Chiefs who started 3-0 last year are staring an 0-4 start in the face for the first time in three years. They have given up an NFL-leading 109 points and have scored a league-low 27.

Both these teams look pathetic on paper and desperate on the field. I was at both the Vikings-Buccaneers and the Vikings-Lions games and trust me, the crowd turned ugly at the sight of our Vikings throwing away double-digit leads.

Minnesota has lost all three of its visits to Kansas City since winning its first one in 1974... at least they'll be on the road. Vikings fans shouldn't have to put up with anymore opposition cheering in the Dome.

Vikings Host Lions at the Metrodome

2011-09-22T11:56:00.000-07:00

How the times have changed.

Two years ago the Vikings were on their way to their 6-0 start that led to a NFC North Title. Two years ago it wasn't rare to see Vikings tees everywhere, to have your best friend regularly paint his face purple or to actually have fans like our quarterback. The Lions were scrambling for a win. The Lions were the only team to go winless during a 16-game season in 2008.

Today the Vikings are heading into week three attempting to avoid a 0-3 start and are among 7 winless teams. The Lions are looking to improve to 3-0 for the first time since 1980! They are just coming off a 48-3 win over Kansas City. The Vikings will be hosting the Detroit Lions at the Minneapolis Metrodome.

Tyrell Johnson must be thinking the situation is pretty dire. He was arrested on suspicion of driving while impaired this week. Johnson's blood alcohol limit was .12, well over the state legal limit of .08. Things are falling apart.

Come on Vikes, I can't handle anymore of this Minnesota sports slump.

Home Away From Dome?

2011-09-15T11:47:00.000-07:00

If you've been in Minnesota at all during the last year and pay even a nod to sports, you know the Vikings are in negotiations with the State to build a new stadium. Currently the Minnesota Vikings play all their home games in the Metrodome, but are looking to move out to the 'burbs, in particular Arden Hills. This move has been dubbed 'Plan A.'

As of the last public figure released, the Vikings were set to pour in $407 million in addition to any project overrun costs. The State would pick up the remainder, however the divying up of road improvement costs has remained up in the air throughout all negotiations.

Recently, the price tag for the Vikings has been raised to half a billion dollars. That's right; $500 million.

Another figure I heard the other day... 25% of U.S. jobs have disappeared for good, permanently. That means the job market is only 80% of what it recently used to be.

The bright side of spending so much to build a new stadium? An influx of the supply of jobs for local Minnesotans. Let's just hope the Vikings hire locally for as much of the work as possible. Minnesota has been a sort of 'safe spot' from the recession and it would be in society's best interest to keep it that way!

As for the money, I would look in the couch cushions...

Practice Squad for Vikings is Selected

2011-09-07T11:26:00.000-07:00

Here's the list of players who will be on the practice squad this upcoming season.

Fullbacks Ryan D'Imperio and Matt Asiata,WRs Emmanuel Arceneaux and Stephen Burton, G Chris DeGeare, RB Caleb King and DE Cedric McKinley.

It's weird, DeGeare started games last year and is now on the practice squad.

Vikings Season Opener: One Week from Sunday

2011-08-31T11:29:00.000-07:00

I literally can't wait for the Vikings season to start so I just have to write about it right now. The Vikings are one week away from their showdown in San Diego. I like this is as a first game for the Vikings and I'll tell you why: the San Diego Chargers are historically poor starters. This is such excellent news that it is unbelievable. I wouldn't want to face the San Diego Chargers any other time of year because they normally start the year off terribly and then get red hot, just in time for the playoffs. Vikings are catching them at the right time and I'm so pumped.

Preseason Tickets Are Cheap

2011-08-24T11:34:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings have preseason games coming up these next two weeks and tickets are really cheap. If you want to see all the Vikings players play one last time before they play some real games, you should head to the Metrodome and watch them play the Cowboys and Texans. The Cowboy game should be awesome because you will see a lot of the starters so I would definitely go to that. The Tickets are really cheap too so you can get some really good seats for as little as 10 dollars. Definitely worth your money.

Minnesota Vikings 2nd Preseason Game

2011-08-18T10:13:00.000-07:00

Where: Seattle, Washington.

When: 10 pm Eastern Time

Who: Vikings vs. Seahawks

What: Preseason football

Why: Because I said so.

What to look for: The quarterback battle between Christian Ponder and Joe Webb. Also check out former Vikings Sidney Rice and Tarvaris Jackson

Vikings Preseason Opener San Diego Chargersc

2011-08-11T08:43:00.000-07:00

What: Vikings 2011 preseason opener.

Who: Minnesota Vikings vs. San Diego Chargers

When: Saturday night, 4 15 pm et

Where: San Diego, California

Why: Because it's time for football

Post-Dome Repair: Dome Now Requires New Turf

2011-08-02T08:33:00.000-07:00

The one-year-old Metrodome turf won't be around to see another Minnesota Vikings season. After the dome roof collapsed under a couple feet of snow this past winter, it has been deemed that the turf sat under water for too long to be viable for re-use.

The low end of the bidding places replacement cost at $476,000. The highest end of the spectrum places the cost at $784,000. However, Steve Maki, the Dome's chief engineer recommended the commission go with the lowest qualified bid.

No matter whom the project contractor is, the Dome turf is set to be replaced by August 20th, when the stadium will be open to the public for tours.

The NFL Lockout is Officially Over, Dome is Ready

2011-07-26T11:28:00.000-07:00

The NFL Lockout is over!! The Vikings are officially back! The dome just had it's roof fixed and will absolutely be ready for people to play in it by the time the preseason rolls around. Now that the Vikings are the only team in to play in the dome. I think it's kind of nice for the dome. It just gets to rest during the summer instead of having to host 81 Twins games like it normally does. The Vikings are back and I can't wait for Adrian Peterson to jump into the seats in the end zone after he scores his first touchdown at the dome.

Update on New Plan for Vikings Stadium

2011-07-21T09:47:00.000-07:00

Governor Mark Dayton said that the Minnesota Vikings bill for a stadium in Ramsey county was "incomplete and unsatisfactory."

State and county officials are frustrated that the bill has not been addressed. The bill is to have a stadium that would cost 1.1 billion dollars in Arden Hills. The state is having trouble paying back bonds and the governor thinks it will be hard for the state to help fund a stadium. He said he will call a special legislative session if he likes any of the plans.

Well, it looks like we'll still be at the metrodome for the time being! That's good for the Metrodome, which is on life support, and terrible for the Vikings, because they make no money for their home games.

My Roof is Finally Fixed

2011-07-13T13:17:00.000-07:00

The roof of the Metrodome was finally fixed today!

It's been seven long months, but the roof of the Metrodome was finally fixed Wednesday. The roof went up way faster than expected. You know what this means.

The Vikings are one step closer to playing games this year. Sure, the NFL Lockout still needs to be resolved, but at least the Vikings have somewhere to play when the lockout ends. Thank goodness, I was worried there for a second.

And it's still funny to think that when it initially happened that people thought that they were going to be able to play in the Dome only 6 days later. Yeah right!

NFL Lockout Update

2011-07-06T11:09:00.001-07:00

So on Friday they decided to take a break with the negotiations and said that they will continue them sometime next week. They better hurry up because Mall of America Field is so lonely these days. It needs to watch Leslie Frazier yell at Tyrell Johnson for totally forgetting his assignment, Jared Allen's sack dance, Adrian Peterson galloping into the end zone, Christian Ponder developing into a Hall of Famer, and Sidney Rice make a miraculous catch (we better sign him).

We're well over a hundred days so I'm getting a little nervous. The good news is that they don't seem like there as far apart anymore. I say there's a good chance they get this deal done.

The NFL is Making Progress on the Lockout Which Means...

2011-06-29T11:06:00.000-07:00

That I'm really excited about football. More importantly, I'm really excited about the Vikings. Hopefully they get this thing figured out sooon so that new Vikings quarterback Christian Ponder can practice with his teammates before the home opener.

The home opener is September 18th and against the Tampa Bay Bucaneers. They have an exciting young quarterback in Josh Freeman, who looks like a 13 year old boy in a 6-5 man's body. Nevertheless he is a very good player and it should be a very good game. Naturally, Adrian Peterson will do whatever he wants against the Bucaneers.

Looking for tickets to the Vikings home opener? Buy tickets from Ticket King! They have tons of great packages and provide very good service.

NFL Lockout is Still Underway, but I can't Wait for the Vikings!

2011-06-21T10:24:00.000-07:00

Yeah, yeah so the NFL Lockout is still going on. Talks have progressed, but there is still a lot for the two sides to hash out. Here are a couple of things I would like to say to both sides trying to figure this out.

To the players: I know you want more of your contracts to be be guaranteed and to be paid in retirement, but you have to understand how much it costs the owners to run your teams. Without them paying the checks, you really aren't worth anything

To the owners: You realize your leverage is dwindling right? The closer you get to the season the more risk you run of losing actual games in a season. Sure, NFL players careers are short, but that's because they get beat up playing these games. With the time off they can recover and most of them have enough money to sustain a lockout like this.

Sign Terrelle Pryor

2011-06-14T09:18:00.000-07:00

I like Christian Ponder and am okay with him being the Vikings quarterback, but the Vikings should sign Terrelle Pryor. It's a low risk - high reward move. Pryor's value isn't very high yet he has the ability to be a very good quarterback in the NFL. How can a little competition hurt Ponder? Pryor won't come at a very high price and he might turn out to be really good. Considering the Vikings quarterback situation is so uncertain, it would make a lot of sense for them to go after him.

Minnesota Vikings' New Stadium Deal Progresses

2011-06-08T11:33:00.000-07:00

Despite reservations held by Minnesota governor Mark Dayton, Rep. Mike Nelson, one of the authors of the Vikings stadium legislation, is encouraged that stadium financing may be passed this year. However, there have been cautionary statements by everyone at the capital that the state's $5 billion budget deficit is the No. 1 priority.

The biggest unresolved issue is the $131 million estimate for needed road improvements in the Arden Hills area to support the increased traffic.

Metrodome almost ready

2011-05-13T10:18:00.000-07:00

With news of the Metrodome being ready as early as August 12th be sure to pick up some pre-season tickets for the Vikings through Ticket King. August 27th the Vikings go up against the Dallas Cowboys on Mall of America at 7 pm. Then on September 1st the Vikings take on the Seattle Seahawks on Mall of America at 7pm.

Now What for the Metrodome?

2011-05-11T10:20:00.000-07:00

With news of the new Vikings stadium what will happen to the Metrodome in 2-3 years? While it might be a dump, it holds lots of memories for both young and old. The two Twins World Series titles. The 1998 Vikings and the first year Brett Favre suited up in the purple and gold all hold a special place in the hearts of Minnesota sports fans. As bad of a place as it was, I surely miss it. Personally, I was lucky enough to go inside the Metrodome this past year when I went to state for boys soccer when I was the manager for SPA. Being around my friends and getting to step onto the same field many of the greats have stepped on was a chilling experience. All in all it was a really cool place and it will hold a special memory in my heart. How about you? And what do you think we should do with it?

Minnesota Vikings Very Close to Arden Hills Stadium

2011-05-06T11:18:00.000-07:00

According to the St. Paul Pioneer Press:

"The Minnesota Vikings are "very, very close" to reaching an agreement with Ramsey County to build a stadium in Arden Hills, a Ramsey County commissioner involved in negotiations told the Pioneer Press on Thursday. "

This is groundbreaking news (pun intended) because that would mean a new stadium for the Minnesota Vikings. Keep an eye on the updates as this one could be important for Minnesota Vikings fans.

With Minnesota Vikings Schedule Out, Metrodome on the Hot Seat

2011-04-27T08:21:00.000-07:00

With the 2011-2012 Minnesota Vikings schedule released, the Metrodome is now on the hot seat. They will have to make sure to finish their rebuilding schedule by the first game. Of course, this is all barring a lockout since there may not even be a season. Hopefully the Metrodome will be completed in time for the Minnesota Vikings to play their preseason games as well. The first two preseason games are on the road, giving the process two more weeks to complete.

Metrodome Roof Making Progress

2011-04-22T08:16:00.000-07:00

The Metrodome Roof is currently being installed, literally as we speak. The harsh Minnesota spring/water has made it tough for the workers, but they are still diligently at work. Reportedly, half of the 64 panels have already been replaced and work is still on schedule to be completed by August 1st, 2011. Crews are working on it 10 hours per day, 6 days a week.

Metrodome Roof Update

2011-04-01T08:56:00.000-07:00

The Metrodome Roof Repair will officially begin today. The repairs should take the rest of the spring and a large part of the summer, as three large panels will be replaced before the roof is reinflated. After that part is completed, then comes the cleanup of the field. Slowly but surely the Metrodome roof will be back on, and hopefully games will be played. The hope is that the Minnesota Vikings will be playing there for the 2011-2012 NFL Season. Bookmark my blog for any Metrodome roof updates!

Insurance Will Cover Roof Replacement

2011-03-18T13:13:00.000-07:00

From the Star Tribune:

"The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission said Thursday that it will receive $22.7 million from its insurer, Affiliated FM, to replace the 29-year-old roof ripped open during a Dec. 12 blizzard."

"According to the work schedule, the job of replacing the roof is expected to take 120 days, ending with inflation of the roof in the last week of July. New roof panels will arrive every week or so from now through late June."

That is definitely good news for the HHH Metrodome. I am glad to hear that they will receive a $22.7 million insurance boost and that it end in July.

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RT Rybak Only Supports New Minnesota Vikings Stadium At or Near Metrodome Location

2011-03-07T07:55:00.001-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings are working on a new stadium. The mayor of Minneapolis, RT Rybak, wants to see a new stadium for the fans of the Minnesota Vikings. Last week, RT Rybak voiced his opinion on the ongoing location debate. Rybak only supports a new stadium at or near the current Metrodome location. While Rybak has said he believes the Metrodome is the best site available, he has stopped short of criticizing the Arden Hills location that poses as a possbility for a new stadium. Hopefully RT Rybak can help in the stadium negotations.

New Roof Installation Begins, Will Cost $25 Million

2011-02-25T07:03:00.000-08:00

The new roof being installed to the Metrodome is officially underway. The new roof is coming from the same firm that put in the original Metrodome roof 30 years ago. The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission held a bid opening Thursday. The only bid received was from Birdair Inc. of New York.

Birdair’s bid was $18.3 million for the installation of the new roof with almost $700,000 in additional costs that included prior analysis of the roof to the decision being made that the entire roof would need replacing rather than just the five panels that tore away during the roof collapse in December.

The Metrodome Will Be Fixed

2011-02-18T10:51:00.000-08:00

The Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission approved an $18.3 million roof replacement for the Metrodome last Thursday. The roof will be completed by the beginning of August, which is only weeks before the Minnesota Vikings preseason begins. The commission voted unanimously to approve the 10-acre Teflon-coated dome, deciding against repairing the torn roof. The Minnesota Vikings lease with the Metrodome expires in a year, and the team has been seeking a long-term plan with funding a new stadium. Either way, I'm glad that we know where they will be playing in the 2011 season (barring a lockout).

Minnesota Gopher Baseball Feels Effect of the Metrodome

2011-01-31T09:48:00.000-08:00

In the past, the Metrodome served as a stadium for the Minnesota Gopher baseball team. This season, there are some obstacles facing the University of Minnesota Gopher baseball team. 12 games there were supposed to be "home" have already been cancelled. The Metrodome and the University’s Siebert Field both are considered unusable, especially in cold weather. Anderson said he and his staff must operate under the assumption that neither stadium will host a Minnesota Gophers home game this year. This virtually means that every home game still on the schedule must be played somewhere

Will the Minnesota Vikings Play at TCF Bank Stadium?

2011-01-28T11:22:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings may be without a stadium next season. The Metrodome's repairs probably won't be finished for another 5 to 6 months. Sid Hartman recently wrote that the Minnesota Vikings could use TCF Bank Stadium next season and that athletic director Joel Maturi would be on board with the decision. That would be pretty interesting considering Gopher football games would be played on Saturdays and then Vikings games on Sunday. That would be quite the busy area on fall weekends.

Metrodome Will Take 5-6 Months To Repair

2011-01-21T09:25:00.000-08:00

The new head of the Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission said Thursday that replacing the snow-damaged roof of the Metrodome would likely take five to six months, raising the possibility of affecting next season's schedule for the Minnesota Vikings. This definitely signifies that the team NEEDS a new stadium. Five to six months to fix the metrodome could possibily spill into August, which would then affect the Vikings preseason. It isn't looking good for the Metrodome and hopefully this will speed up the process for a new stadium.

Metrodome Status Update 2011

2011-01-14T10:42:00.000-08:00

The Metrodome is still not fixed. The Star Tribune just wrote an article, stating that the damage was more extensive than at first thought, and that the fix could take until April. It is still yet to be determined if a new roof is necessary or if they will repair the old one. It has been over a month now since the roof caved in and definitely has shown the damage from the storm. I assume there will be plenty of more Metrodome status updates.

TwinsFest Moved From Metrodome

2011-01-07T11:25:00.000-08:00

Because of the roof collapse of the Metrodome, the annual TwinsFest will be moved to the National Sports Center in Blaine, Minnesota. The Metrodome will not be fixed by Friday, January 28th. The Metrodome is not expected to be fixed until at least March, according to officials. The commute will be a little longer for Twins fans from the metro area to Blaine but I'm sure as always it will be worth it.

Will the Metrodome be Home to the Minnesota Vikings in 2011?

2010-12-27T09:39:00.000-08:00

The Metrodome roof is just about clear of snow and ice. The repairing process looks like it is about to officially begin. When the stadium is fixed, a major question looms. Will the Minnesota Vikings be playing at the Metrodome in 2011? Will TCF Bank Stadium be the new home for the team? Will the Metrodome roof collapse trigger a push for a new stadium? Will the reparations be worth fixing the Metrodome or should that money be invested for a new stadium? Offer any comments below.

More Panels Fall Off Metrodome

2010-12-20T11:07:00.000-08:00

After the Metrodome Roof initially collapsed, there was speculation if they could fix it in time for the Monday Night Football game. Well, turns out, it was definitely not in the cards to fix it in time. The 4th panel fell off this week and the working crews were sent home. The Monday Night game was then sent to TCF Bank Stadium in the Dinkytown Area of Minneapolis. Stay tuned for more information regarding the HHH Metrodome.

Metrodome Roof Collapse

2010-12-17T13:59:00.000-08:00

A friend just sent me a picture from inside the Metrodome Minneapolis. He said that it looks as though they have months of work to do in order to open the Metrodome back up. By the looks of the picture, I tend to agree. I wonder if we will ever see the Minnesota Vikings play at the Metrodome in Minneapolis again? Perhaps I should save my Vikings Ticket stub from the Vikings Bills game because that could be a collectors item!

Story of the Decade: Metrodome Roof Collapse

2010-12-13T13:06:00.000-08:00

The skyline of Minneapolis looks quite strange today without the white bubble of the Metrodome part of the cityscape. The inflatable Teflon roof of the Metrodome collapsed around 5am Sunday morning after our monstrous snowstorm dumped about 20 inches on Minneapolis.

I am sure this will be the Metrodome story of the decade (and perhaps the theme for many peep dioramas come spring). Unfortunately, the Vikings had to move the Vikings vs. Giants game originally scheduled for Sunday at noon to Detroit's Ford Field with a 6:20pm kick-off tonight.

The best news is that: “Metropolitan Sports Facilities Commission chairman Roy Terwilliger said he's optimistic the roof can be repaired in time for the Vikings to host the Chicago Bears in their next scheduled home game on Dec. 20, giving workers eight days to replace three damaged panels and re-raise the Teflon roof.”

The video and pictures are pretty amazing. Here is one of my favorites:

The Metrodome roof has failed three times before. It deflated in 1981, 1982 and 1983, each time due to tears caused by heavy snow. A slight tear also delayed a Twins game briefly in 1986, but other than that – the white bubble has been pretty reliable for Minnesota sports fans.

Minnesota Vikings vs. New York Giants on December 12

2010-12-06T09:42:00.000-08:00

On Sunday, December 12, the Minnesota Vikings will square off with the New York Giants. The Minnesota Vikings are coming off of a 38-14 win over the Buffalo Bills and have won 2 straight. The New York Giants were the Super Bowl Champions in 2008, when they defeated the undefeated New England Patriots. It was one of the best football games I have ever watched and can remember where I was and who I was with. The Giants are led by quarterback Eli Manning, who of course, happens to have an older brother who is decent at football. After Brett Favre's injury on Sunday, will he start against the Giants? Will Tavaris Jackson make a start? Purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets with Ticket King!

Minnesota Vikings vs. Buffalo Bills on Sunday, December 5th

2010-12-03T10:14:00.000-08:00

At noon on Sunday, December 5th, the Buffalo Bills will visit the Minnesota Vikings at the Metrodome in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Vikings stand at 4-7 and will face the 2-9 Buffalo Bills. The Bills have Ryan Fitzpatrick at quarterback, Steve Johnson at wide receiver, and the running back tandem of Fred Jackson and rookie CJ Spiller. The Minnesota Vikings hope to run early and often on the league's 32nd run defense. The Minnesota Vikings could gain some much needed momentum with their 2nd straight victory. Get your Minnesota Vikings tickets at Ticket King!

Minnesota Vikings Have 3 Straight Home Games

2010-11-29T10:34:00.000-08:00

After having a tough 1st half of the regular season, the Minnesota Vikings now have 3 straight home games. The 3 games are against the Buffalo Bills, New York Giants, and the Chicago Bears. If the Minnesota Vikings can rally on this homestead, it would create definitely some buzz around here. Although they are currently 4-7, there is still an outside shot at making the playoffs if they could finish 9-7. One game at a time however. Purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets today through Vikings Tickets!

Metrodome Parking Experience

2010-11-22T09:13:00.001-08:00

Parking for sporting events is never entertaining. Sometimes it can be a hassle and a burden for fans. However, the parking experience at the Metrodome is simple and can be easy. I recommend purchasing a pre-approved parking pass from our Ticket King website for any Minnesota Vikings game. It allows quick access to the game and is worth the price of the pass in my opinion.

Other than parking on site (the parking lot at the Metrodome), there are many ramps and surface lots that are privately owned. Most parking ramps and lots will charge anywhere from $15 to $30. The earlier you arrive, along with sometimes the further you park, tends to be cheaper since the lots closest will charge higher.

Metrodome GameDay Experience

2010-11-22T08:59:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings are in the midst of another season in the NFC North. With only 3 home games remaining in the 2010-2011 NFL Season for the Minnesota Vikings, tickets are going fast. The remaining home games are against the Buffalo Bills, New York Giants, and Chicago Bears on December 5th, 12th, and 20th. The Metrodome GameDay Experience has been spectacular this season with thousands of Minnesota Vikings fans flocking to the Metrodome. The tailgating before the game has been great this season and the stadium experience has been intense. Purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets today from Ticket King and feel the Metrodome GameDay Experience for yourself!

Have you bought your tickets for the Green Bay Packers Game?

2010-11-15T09:49:00.000-08:00

Next Sunday, one of the best rivalries in sports squares off at the Metrodome in Minneapolis. For the 100th occasion, the Minnesota Vikings and Green Bay Packers will face eachother. The Green Bay Packers are currently 6-3 and tied atop the NFC North with the Chicago Bears. The Minnesota Vikings are 3-6. If the Minnesota Vikings want any chance to make a run at the playoffs, it is a must win. It is a great rivalry and every Minnesota Viking fan should get out and support the purple and gold. Get your Minnesota Vikings tickets at Ticket King!

The Rematch: Green Bay Packers on November 21

2010-11-01T09:58:00.000-07:00

On Sunday, November 21, the Green Bay Packers will travel to the Metrodome to take on the Minnesota Vikings. On Sunday, November 21, the Green Bay Packers will travel to the Metrodome to take on the Minnesota Vikings. The Minnesota Vikings will need to win this game if they want to defend their NFC North Titles and want to make the playoffs. After Week 8, the Vikings are 2-5 while the Packers are 5-3. Get your Minnesota Vikings tickets today with Ticket King!

4 Home Games Left after Arizona Cardinals Game

2010-10-25T09:36:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings will have 4 home games left after they play the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, November 7th. Here are there remaining home games:

Sun, Nov 21 vs. Green Bay 1:00 PM (Eastern Time)
Sun, Dec 5 vs. Buffalo 1:00 PM
Sun, Dec 12 vs. New York 1:00 PM
Mon, Dec 20 vs. Chicago 8:30 PM

Tickets are going fast, so check your schedule and purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets today with Ticket King!

Minnesota Vikings vs. Arizona Cardinals

2010-10-22T10:33:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Arizona Cardinals at the Metrodome on Sunday, November 7. This will be after two HUGE games at Green Bay and at New England. The Cardinals have a new look to them this year - gone is Kurt Warner, Anquan Boldin, Karlos Dansby, and Atrel Rolle. They now have Max Hall, an undrafted rookie at quarterback. Hopefully the Minnesota Vikings can seek revenge after last season's loss in Arizona that left EJ Henderson with a broken leg. But before that, the Minnesota Vikings have to take care of business against Green Bay and New England. Do you have your tickets yet? Check out Ticket King!

Dallas Cowboys vs. Minnesota Vikings THIS WEEKEND

2010-10-15T09:25:00.000-07:00

The Cowboys and Vikings. This weekend. At the Metrodome. Both teams are feeling the pressure and must-win scenario. The loser moves to 1-4 on the season. It should be another classic game between the two NFL rock star tours. Both teams are loaded with talent and big name players. Oh, by the way - it's only Randy Moss's homecoming to the Metrodome and all purple and gold fans. SKOL VIKINGS.

Randy Moss Returns to the Minnesota Vikings!

2010-10-06T10:15:00.000-07:00

On October 6th, a longtime dream of many Minnesota Vikings fans came true. Out of essentially nowhere, Randy Moss was dealt to the Minnesota Vikings early this morning for a 3rd round pick. Randy Moss, a receiver who is headed to the Hall of Fame, joins the team that he played for from 1998 to 2004. His first game at the Metrodome will be against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday, October 17th. Maybe the Dallas Cowboys remember him? Moss had 3 touchdowns against them on Thanksgiving Day in his rookie season. Jerry Jones forever regretted passing up on him in the draft in 1998. Welcome Back #84 Randy Moss!!!

Vikings Cowboys Game Will Be Awesome at the DOME

2010-09-27T09:01:00.000-07:00

They are called "America's Team." They have a quarterback that dated Jessica Simpson and hosted an HBO series. The Dallas Cowboys are a glamorous team that nearly every fanbase loves to beat. That is no different than with the Minnesota Vikings. On Sunday, October 17 the Dallas Cowboys will travel to the Metrodome to take on the Minnesota Vikings. Both teams are considered candidates for the NFC Title and Super Bowl. Don't miss out and purchase your Minnesota Vikings - Dallas Cowboys tickets through Ticket King!

Next Minnesota Governor Will Decide Metrodome Fate

2010-09-24T09:52:00.000-07:00

Current Governor Tim Pawlenty will be stepping down at the end of this year. That leaves an election in 2010 for the new governor of Minnesota. Republican Tom Emmer, Democrat Mark Dayton, and Independence candidate Tom Horner are all options as the new governor of Minnesota. Whoever is voted will likely face the next task - Will the Minnesota Vikings get a new stadium? Will the Metrodome be torn down? To answer the first question - if the Minnesota Vikings land a new stadium, then it would likely mean the end to the Metrodome. The Metrodome is used exclusively for the Minnesota Vikings after the Twins left. Stay tuned with the Governor Election and who will decide the Metrodome's fate.

Home Opener at Metrodome Filled

2010-09-20T10:08:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings played the Miami Dolphins on Sunday afternoon. The game was sold out and the Metrodome was filled with Vikings fans. It was a great showing by the home fans for the first home game of the season. There are tickets avaliable for the remaining home games, so check out Ticket King! The Vikings will have some talented teams visiting Mall of America Field this season.

Gridiron Club Cool Option for Minnesota Vikings Fans

2010-09-13T09:34:00.000-07:00

A new place for Minnesota Vikings fans to enjoy the game and hang out before is called the "Gridiron Club." Now that the Minnesota Twins have their own stadium, the Minnesota Vikings were able to transform the old Twins administrative offices into what is now the Gridiron Club. It's a bar and lounge area for Minnesota Vikings fans. Season ticket holders who buy a membership will be able to hang out in the club while getting a great view of downtown Minneapolis and, when the weather's accommodating, there's a deck for fans. It will allow season ticket holders to have a spot to hang out with other Minnesota Vikings fans.

Minnesota Vikings Preseason Attendance Up, Going to be a Good Year at the Metrodome

2010-09-07T11:46:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings finished 12-4 last season and were an overtime away from appearing in the Super Bowl. Minnesota Vikings fans realize the potential this year's team has. After a training camp that saw increased attendance, so too did the preseason. In fact, training camp attendace went up 20% from last season. The final 2 preseason games appeared to both be sell-outs as well. With Brett Favre at quarterback, many Vikings fans feel this is the year. The Metrodome can play as one of the biggest home field advantages in the league. Last season the Minnesota Vikings were 9-0 at home. Don't delay and purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets today!

Top Games of 2010-2011: September 19th vs. Miami Dolphins

2010-08-30T11:33:00.000-07:00

In Week Two on Sunday, September 19th, the Miami Dolphins will be traveling north to Mall of America Field at the Metrodome to take on the Minnesota Vikings. The Miami Dolphins have quarterback Chad Henne under center, explosive wide receiver Brandon Marshall, and the two head tandem of Ricky Williams and Ronnie Brown at running back. The Miami Dolphins won the AFC East in 2009 but missed the playoffs last season. The Miami Dolpins use the "Wildcat" formation frequently and have a solid defense. The Minnesota Vikings will need to bring a team effort. Buy your Minnesota Vikings and Miami Dolphins tickets today!

Top Games of 2010-2011: November 7th vs. Arizona Cardinals

2010-08-23T13:34:00.000-07:00

Most Minnesota Vikings fans will remember last year's thrashing to the Arizona Cardinals in Arizona. That was the game that EJ Henderson suffered that horrific injury and the Vikings lost 30-17. The Minnesota Vikings will be looking for revenge this season. The Arizona Cardinals will have the look of a different team, with Kurt Warner retiring and Anquan Boldin traded to the Baltimore Ravens. However, Matt Leinart will be looking to prove his potential as quarterback and they still have All-Pro Larry Fitzgerald at wide receiver. Purchase your Minnesota Vikings tickets today and watch them take on the Arizona Cardinals!

Top Games of 2010-2011: December 12th vs. New York Giants

2010-08-17T08:42:00.000-07:00

On Sunday, December 12th, the New York Giants will visit the Metrodome to take on the Minnesota Vikings. The New York Giants won the Super Bowl three seasons ago and are looking to rebound after a disappointing 8-8 season last year. With Eli Manning at quarterback, Brandon Jacobs at running back, Steve Smith at wide receiver, and Justin Tuck at defensive end, the talent is there for the New York Giants. However, the Minnesota Vikings will be looking to put their stamp on the NFC's elite and make a statement against the "Big Blue Wrecking Crew." Purchase your tickets today to watch the Minnesota Vikings take on the New York Giants!

Top Games of 2010-2011: October 11 at New York Jets

2010-08-09T11:11:00.001-07:00

On Monday, October 11, the Minnesota Vikings will travel to East Rutherford, New Jersey to take on the New York Jets. The New York Jets is a team that have made great leaps in their last 2 seasons. After drafting quarterback Mark Sanchez and Shonn Greene in 2009, the team added Antonio Cromartie, Santonio Holmes, Jason Taylor, Braylon Edwards, LaDainian Tomlinson in this offseason alone. They are a trendy pick to win the Super Bowl in 2010. Not to mention this game would pit Brett Favre against his old team that he played for one season after the Green Bay Packers. This game will showcase some of the best all around talent in the NFL between these two teams. Both of these teams made it to their respective championship games last season before losing to go to the Super Bowl.

Top Games of 2010-2011: September 9 at New Orleans Saints

2010-08-04T07:53:00.000-07:00

On September 9, the Minnesota Vikings will travel to New Orleans to take on the defending Super Bowl Champions. To say there's some unfinished business there wouldn't do it justice. After the bitter ending last season in overtime in the NFC Championship Game, the Minnesota Vikings will look for revenge on the New Orleans Saints. Also, it is the season opener and NFL opener that will be played on a Thursday night. The game will come with heavy anticipation and Vikings fans everywhere will be hoping for a big game by the good guys. Now, we just hope #4 will be under center for the game.

With Adrian Peterson anything is possible. AP is from the Oklahoma Sooners and they always come to play. Speaking of, check out the Oklahoma Sooner website to get some good college football tickets. Skol Vikings!

Top Games of 2010-2011: October 31 at New England Patriots

2010-07-28T09:08:00.000-07:00

On Sunday October 31st, the Minnesota Vikings will travel to Foxboro Stadium to take on the New England Patriots. Every season New England is a championship caliber team and the Minnesota Vikings will be ready for the test against one of the AFC's best. Former Minnesota Viking wide receiver Randy Moss is currently a Patriot and this will the first time he squares off against his old team that drafted him. If Brett Favre returns and Tom Brady plays, that will feature two of the best quarterbacks in history on the field at the same time. You can expect a high scoring game as both offenses can move the football efficiently. I know I can't wait for this matchup.

Metrodome Purple Makeover

2010-07-22T08:55:00.000-07:00

For the first time this summer since 1981, the Metrodome is not home to the Minnesota Twins. Walking downtown Minneapolis and seeing the stadium still decorated with Minnesota Vikings apparel shows it is just now home to the Vikings. Now, the Metrodome is getting another face lift to make it more of a Vikings look. The Metrodome is getting a purple makeover, with parts of the stadium painted purple and gold. The old red beams on the exterior of the dome are getting a coat of purple paint. The inside is also getting a makeover, with areas that used to be red are now purple or gold, including bathroom walls. Also, new artificial turf will be put in by August 28th.

November 21: Green Bay Packers at Mall of America Field

2010-07-13T07:32:00.000-07:00

Every year, the Green Bay Packers and the Minnesota Vikings square off against eachother two times. There have been countless memories over the years for the rivalry. Last season when quarterback Brett Favre joined the Minnesota Vikings, it upped the ante in economic proportions. Brett Favre had quarterbacked the Green Bay Packers for 16 years and was pretty much the President of the state of Wisconsin.

Last season, Minnesota swept Green Bay winning both games. If Brett does return to the Minnesota Vikings, it will make for another classic showdown between the two rivals. On November 21, you can expect a packed house at Mall of America Field for the Minnesota Vikings.

Can't Wait for Minnesota Vikings vs. Dallas Cowboys October 17th

2010-07-06T12:18:00.000-07:00

Already looking forward to the NFL season? Well, that makes two of us. I can't wait to attend the Minnesota Vikings games at the Metrodome this season. The Minnesota Vikings will host the Miami Dolphins, Detroit Lions, Dallas Cowboys, Arizona Cardinals, Green Bay Packers, Buffalo Bills, New York Giants, and Chicago Bears at the Metrodome. The game I am most looking forward to is the game versus the Dallas Cowboys on October 17th. After destroying the Cowboys last season in the playoffs the Cowboys are going to look for some revenge. The Dallas Cowboys always come with a big target on their back as they are self-titled "America's Team." It always feels good when the Minnesota Vikings defeat the Dallas Cowboys.

Metrodome Light Rail Stop

2010-07-01T08:55:00.000-07:00

A convenient mode of transportation to the Metrodome is the Metrodome Light Rail Stop. It's a great way getting to and from the Metrodome in Downtown Minneapolis. The closest stop on Metro Transit Station for the Metrodome is the Downtown East/Metrodome on the Hiawatha Line. It is the fifth stop southbound. It is about 1 block from the Metrodome and is easily accessible. It's a great way to avoid parking and being stuck in traffic following a game. The stop before the Metrodome stop is Government Plaza and the one following it is Cedar-Riverside.

Metrodome Parking

2010-06-30T12:40:00.001-07:00

Headed down to a Vikings Game? Not sure where to park? It's okay, it's something many fans experience. There are many options for parking for the Metrodome. Other than parking on site (the parking lot at the Metrodome), there are many ramps and surface lots that are privately owned. Most parking ramps and lots will charge anywhere from $15 to $30. The earlier you arrive, along with sometimes the further you park, tends to be cheaper since the lots closest will charge higher.

HHH Metrodome Driving Directions

2010-06-23T07:38:00.000-07:00

It's not the easiest to navigate to places downtown Minneapolis. Here's just a reminder how to get down to the HHH Metrodome in the heart of Minneapolis, home of the Minnesota Vikings. The Metrodome is located on 900 South 5th Street, bordered by Kirby Pucket Place, South 11st Street, and 4th Street South. It is located right next to 35W that is easily accesible from Washington Avenue and 3rd Street. 35W runs North and South right next to HHH Metrodome, as well as 94 East and West. The Hennepin County Medical Center is two blocks away on 7th Street.

Get into the Dome for only $5, with a Minnesota Vikings Preseason Ticket.

2010-06-16T18:40:00.000-07:00

Sound too good to be true? It’s not! Access to the HHH Metrodome on a Vikings Game day can be yours for the low, low price of $5! That’s right folks, Minnesota Vikings Preseason Tickets are selling for as low as $5… which in itself is unheard of, but with the rumors that the Vikings are still making a big push to leave the HHH Metrodome and that this may be one of the last seasons of anything in the Metrodome, the $5 price-tag on Vikings Preseason Tickets is unheard of! So DO NOT WAIT, if you want to go to a Minnesota Vikings Preseason Game, get your $5 HHH Metrodome Tickets today!

Will a Dome Dog be a Dome Dog without the Minnesota Twins at the Dome??

2010-06-10T19:37:00.000-07:00

A highlight of my summer has always been eating Dome Dogs at the HHH Metrodome. Let me just say, "I LOVE ME a Dome Dog." While normal people eat one Dome Dog and call it quits, I am all about the two-fisting... I like one Dome Dog with nothing on it and one Dome Dog with everything on it, gross I know that I can eat that much Dome Dog, but really I love them. However, I really only eat Dome Dogs during Twins season, never during Minnesota Vikings Games and I don't really know why. So my question to all of you is, is it a Dome Dog if the Minnesota Twins aren't there?

Mall of America Field hopes Brett Favre returns to Minnesota Vikings Roster

2010-06-04T08:50:00.001-07:00

Like most Minnesota Vikings fans, the Mall of America as a collective thing is waiting right along side with the rest of us to see if Brett Favre will come back for a second year on the Minnesota Vikings Roster. After an ankle injury late in the 2009 Minnesota Vikings Season required Favre to get surgery the status of the seasoned quarterback went into question.

While most Minnesota Vikings Fans are eager to have Brett Favre back, the Mall of America, sponsor of Mall of America Field at the HHH Metrodome, has a vested interest in getting our quarterback back. Sales on Vikings merchandise in several Mall of America stores went up considerably last season when Brett Favre, the NFL legend signed with the Minnesota Vikings.

The Mall of America and its stores could really use another boost in interest like the one Favre started last season. However, even though their name is on the field it seems like they are going to have to just sit and wait like the rest of us.

University of St Thomas Students to Graduate at Metrodome

2010-05-18T09:04:00.001-07:00

The University of St Thomas students will graduate at the Metrodome this Saturday, May 22nd due to construction of the Anderson Athletic and Recreation Complex on the St. Paul campus. I am sure St Thomas grads are a little disappointed to be graduating at the Dome, but on the plus side they will be able to invite as many family and friends as they want since they have 30-40,000 seats available. The Dome will be set up in baseball fashion so I am not sure what kind of views parents will have of their kids receiving the diploma. If you go to the Metrodome this Saturday and see the ceremony, let me know how it goes! I checked the St Thomas web site and they have plenty of details for the students and guests. Check it out here.

I do have to say the Hubert H Humphrey Metrodome is definitely a multi-purpose facility.

Heading to the HHH Metrodome soon? Check out the best places to Park Near the Metrodome...

2010-05-12T08:26:00.000-07:00

With Spring Graduations and Gopher Baseball, there are lots of upcoming events at the HHH Metrodome. Whether you are a local heading over to watch the Minnesota Golden Gophers Baseaball team or an out-of-towner coming in for one of the graduations happening at the Metrodome, parking near the HHH Metrodome in downtown Minneapolis can be a challenge.

Even as a seasoned "dome veteran" I still have troubles some time figuring out where I can and can't park and what the best place is to find a spot without driving around for hours. So if you are heading to the HHH Metrodome any time soon and are planning on Parking near the Metrodome check out the parking ahead of time!

When I park near the dome I typically leave my car in one of the ramps, although you usually have to walk a little farther than the surface lots, you can almost always find a spot. I like the Government Center Ramp on 5th Ave and 6th Street, or the Riverfront Parking Ramp on 2nd Street and Washington Ave, or Mill Quarter Parking Ramp also on 2nd and Washington. To view Parking Near the Metrodome, follow this link to the City of Minneapolis Parking Map.

HHH Metrodome may continue to be the home of the Minnesota Vikings after the propsal for a new Vikings Stadium was voted down

2010-05-05T11:30:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Vikings had a major blow dealt today to their hopes of getting a new stadium. Just two days after the Minnesota Vikings released their plans for a new stadium that would cost almost $800 Million. The proposal was voted down 10-9 this morning with little hope for revision before the legislator goes on a break in 2 weeks.

Some are saying that the proposal took so long to come about because there was an internal debate about funding from the Vikings Camp... others say that the release of the proposal was strategic so that the legislature would be forced to make a decision before the session ran out. Whatever the motivation was, the Minnesota Vikings will need to come up with a major Plan B before they can even think about moving ahead on finding a new home.

Minnesota Vikings spokespeople have already claimed they WILL NOT be renewing their lease at the HHH Metrodome after the 2011 season, however critics are beginning to think that the line in the sand may have to be re-drawn at the cost of the Vikings pride and credibility. Check back for more updates in the coming weeks.

University of Minnesota Golden Gophers Baseball comes to the HHH Metrodome

2010-04-30T10:34:00.000-07:00

The Minnesota Golden Gophers Baseball Team will be playing at the HHH Metrodome weekends in May. The University of Minnesota Varsity Baseball Team will be playing in the Dome the weekend of Friday May 7th, Saturday May 8th, Sunday May 9th, Friday May 14th, Saturday May 15th and Sunday May 16th. If you miss Minnesota Twins Baseball at the Metrodome, don't miss this chance to catch a game and eat a Dome Dog!

HHH Metrodome Alcohol Policy make shape Beer Ruling at TCF Bank Stadium

2010-04-21T09:17:00.000-07:00

Up until the 2009 Minnesota Gophers Football Season, the HHH Metrodome was the home of the Golden Gophers Football Team. So when fans came to watch Gophers Home Games, they had the opportunity to buy alcohol.

However, when the Gophers moved out of the HHH Metrodome and into TCF Bank Stadium, the Minnesota legislature decided that the University of Minnesota had to enforce an all-or-known rule, meaning they had to provide alcohol to all of the seats in TCF Bank Stadium or known. The University of Minnesota did not want to sell alcohol on the levels where student seating was, so no alcohol was sold last season at TCF Bank Stadium.

Estimates have said that the decision to make TCF Bank Stadium dry cost the University of Minnesota $1 Million... not exactly pocket change. So now the Minnesota State Legislature is working to pass a bill that would allow the U of M to sell alcohol in the premium seats... time will tell, though it is clear that legislatures are considering the fact that the HHH Metrodome successfully sold alcohol at Golden Gopher Football Games for years.

Don't be Sad Twins Fans, even though the Twins Home Opener is not at the HHH Metrodome, there are still great ways to visit the Dome

2010-04-09T09:22:00.000-07:00

It seems strange that the Twins Home Opener is not at the HHH Metrodome this year, like most things although I wrote about all the time and I visited Target Field, until very recently it had not struck me that the Minnesota Twins 2010 Home Opener is not going to be at the HHH Metrodome... This sudden pang of missing the Dome inspired me to look through my HHH Metrodome Photos. Here are a few of my favorite HHH Metrodome Pictures

I can't believe that I'm saying this... but wouldn't a New Vikings Stadium be great?

2010-03-24T12:39:00.000-07:00

I know that as the writer of a HHH METRODOME blog, I should not be even thinking it... but after touring the Target Field Open House this past weekend I realized that although the HHH Metrodome holds a huge piece of most Vikings or Twins Fans hearts, it is time to say goodbye.

I think I'm finally ready to see a BRAND NEW Vikings Stadium, something state of the art and built specifically for Minnesota Vikings Football. While it seems likely that the 2010 Minnesota Vikings Schedule will be held in full at the HHH Metrodome, I think it is time for Vikings Fans to pull together and demand that the Minnesota Vikings get a new home instead of the Dome (hey maybe that could be the slogan?).

If you agree that the HHH Metrodome should be torn down and a new Vikings Stadium should be built leave me a comment here!

Looking for the HHH Metrodome? Check out the Minneapolis Metrodome Address and the Google Map of the HHH Metrodome

2010-03-01T09:01:00.001-08:00

For those of us who live in the Twin Cities, the HHH Metrodome is a landmark that many of us use to give directions from. Although few of Twin Cities Dwellers could really tell you the exact address of the HHH Metrodome, people know where it is and how to get there.

For those of you who are not from the Twin Cities Metro Area, finding the HHH Metrodome in the maze of Downtown Minneapolis one-way streets and construction zones can be a bit frustrating. So I'm making it easy, the HHH Metrodome Adress is

Hubert H Humphrey Metrodome
900 S 5th St
Minneapolis, MN 55415
(612) 335-3336‎

For those of you who are slightly more visual here is a Metrodome Map

The Big Question really becomes though, once you find the HHH Metrodome how much longer is it going to be there? My thoughts, for anyone who has not been inside the historic HHH Metrodome, go now before it is too late.

What is in store for the future of the HHH Metrodome?

2010-02-15T10:25:00.001-08:00

No one can really say for sure, though many Minnesota Baseball and Football fans are hopeful that the Twin Cities sports mecca will remain untouched. The HHH Metrodome holds more memories for some Twin Cities natives than their grade schools do, the HHH Metrodome housed championship Minnesota Twins teams and Minnesota Vikings teams. Minnesota sporting greats, like Kerby Puckett called the HHH Metrodome home, and many sports fans are just not quite ready to let that go.

However, certain realities about the HHH Metrodome need to be faced, without the revenue of both the Minnesota Twins and the Minnesota Vikings, changes will have to be made. It is not the most ideal football stadium and if the Vikings are going to continue to call the HHH Metrodome home, changes will have to be made.

My guess is BEST case scenario the HHH Metrodome will undergo MAJOR MAJOR changes in the upcoming Minnesota Vikings Seasons and the Vikings will continue to play home games at the Dome. More likely in my opinion is that the Dome will be torn down and the Vikings will play at TCF Bank Stadium for a few seasons while a new Vikings Stadium is built where the Dome was.

For now it is all speculation, but feel free to throw your 2 cents in too... I'd love to hear what other Dome Lovers are thinking!

Remember when the Super Bowl was at the HHH Metrodome?

2010-02-10T11:15:00.000-08:00

Ok, so actually I did not remember off the top of my head either when Minneapolis and the HHH Metrodome hosted the Super Bowl but I did some Dome Research and the memories started flooding back....

Super Bowl XXVI or the 1992 Super Bowl for those of you who don't speak roman numerals and football history was hosted at the HHH Metrodome. The Washington Redskins of the NFC took on the Bufallo Bills of the AFC, beating them 37-24. Despite being two of the highest scoring teams in the league, the game was sloppy and both teams went scoreless for a good part of the first half. The Halftime show was titled "Winter Magic" and highlighted the Winter Olympics from the year. Gloria Estefan performed with Brian Boitano and Dorothy Hamill.

For a real throwback to memory lane check out the top commercial from the 1992 Super Bowl at the HHH Metrodome:

HHH Metrodome hosts Minnesota Twins again

2010-02-03T11:05:00.001-08:00

The HHH Metrodome was "home" of the twins again this past weekend, but just for TwinsFest, the annual kick off to the Minnesota Twins Baseball Season. Although the Minnesota Twins will be living at the new Target Field this spring, they came back to the HHH Metrodome to enjoy TwinsFest indoors.

"With Target Field outdoors, TwinsFest would suck anywhere else." One Twins fans reported. The 1,000s of Minnesota Twins fans who came out to see the Minnesota Twins Roster and get all of the scoop on Target Field and the 2010 Twins Season seemed to be thinking the same thing.

Perhaps the Twins-Metrodome Relationship won't be over for good, TwinsFest may live on at the HHH Metrodome forever.

What If the Minnesota Vikings had played the NFC Championship at the HHH Metrodome instead?

2010-01-27T08:59:00.000-08:00

I know that there is a certain danger in playing the What If game... What If we hadn't dropped that pass, What If we would have gone for a field goal, What if they wouldn't have slammed Favre repeatedly.... you could go crazy thinking of what if's that might have effected Sunday's NFC Championship vs. the New Orleans Saints.

However, in true Obsessed Vikings Fan Fashion I would like to throw out one more What if. What if the Minnesota Vikings and New Orleans Saints had played the NFC Championship Game at the HHH Metrodome instead of the SuperDome? Here is what I think might have been different.

Both the Minnesota Vikings D-Line and O-Line for whatever reason stick to the game plan a lot better within the HHH Metrodome. If that would have been the case than perhaps, Farve would not have been totally smashed into the turf time and time again and then perhaps some of the late in the game passes might have been a little cleaner.

What If's aside, the Minnesota Vikings Clearly play better when they are at home in the HHH Metrodome, the Purple Pride and Skol Vikings Cheers are louder, the players are more rested and everything just works better. So, for this season there is very little we can do... but I'd like to suggest that next season the Minnesota Vikings do EVERYTHING they can so that they get to play the Super Bowl playoff game at home in the Dome. Just think, then you could be buying Minnesota Vikings Tickets for playoff games!!

HHH Metrodome staff gets a break as the Dome sits quiet until August 2010

2010-01-25T08:44:00.001-08:00

With the Minnesota Vikings season officially over as of last night (what a loss)... the HHH Metrdome and the HHH Metrodome staff will have an extended break until August 2010 when the Minnesota Vikings start the 2010 Vikings Preseason.

Although private events can be held in the Metrodome, and several on the schedule, the Dome itself for the most part will sit empty and quiet all summer, something that Minneapolis Natives have not seen in years.

With the Minnesota Twins moving out of the Dome and onto Target Field, the Metrodome that once was the home of all Minnesota Professional Sports is going to be a sad site for the summer. Without Minnesota Twins Home Games, this spring and summer there will be no Dome Dogs, no Jumbo Beers, No Nachos and No Metrodome Magic....

So for now, enjoy the rest HHH Metrodome Staff, because as the next Minnesota Vikings Season creeps around you better believe that people will be aching to get back inside one of the biggest sports legends in Minnnesota.

WHAT? HUH? Sound from inside the HHH Metrodome at the Vikings Cowboys was great!

2010-01-25T08:38:00.000-08:00

Although the Minnesota Vikings had a disappointing loss yesterday that took them out of the running for the SuperBowl, they spent the Sunday before that inside the HHH Metrodome playing in front of fans that were insanely loud.

Minnesota Vikings Players, fans and coaches all noticed the sound that echoed from the HHH Metrodome as the Minnesota Vikings Roster took on and trampled the Dallas Cowboys. Though to their credit, the Cowboys fans in attednece at the Vikings Dome were loud and proud.... screaming for the Cowboys just about as much as the Vikings Fans could scream "Skol Vikings". What a way to end the Vikings Home Season.

Minnesota Vikings Playoff Game just days away..

2010-01-13T08:12:00.000-08:00

The events staff at the HHH Metrodome are certainly working overtime this week getting ready for the NFL Playoff Game that will take place on Sunday at the Dome. The Minnesota Vikings will take on the Dallas Cowboys this Sunday at the Metrodome, for the chance to play in the NFC Championship.

Both teams have an extremely loyal following and the game is expected to be a total sell out. Vikings Fans are saying that they want the Cowboys to walk into the Dome to a sea of purple... though Cowboys fans are known for traveling, so I'm guessing the Metrodome will be a mix of Cowboys and Vikings Fans on Sunday.

There are still some great seats left on the secondary market for the Vikings Playoff Game but these seats are selling quickly and the prices are only going to continue to go up the closer and closer the game gets.

SKOL VIKINGS!

Minnesota Vikings Playoff Mania makes the HHH Metrodome the place to be!

2010-01-05T09:49:00.000-08:00

The Minnesota Vikings made the playoffs... not new news, but with the blowout win against the New York Giants this past weekend at the Metrodome, the Minnesota Vikings sealed the deal on playing their first playoff game in the Metrodome.

Very similar to the end of the Minnesota Twins season, the Metrodome has pulled out some of its magic and is getting ready for one of the biggest Minnesota Vikings Playoff Games ever. Minnesota Vikings fans know that they have to win not only on January 17th but also several other stars need to align if the Vikings have a chance of taking on the Green Bay Packers in the NFC Championship. But fast-forward to that game (if it happens) and just imagine... the Metrodome Mania will be even crazier!

Scoop up Minnesota Vikings Playoff Tickets and don't miss your chance to cheer on the Vikes from the seats of the Metrodome.

Minnesota Vikings have one game left at the HHH Metrodome, Don't miss the Vikings Giants Game

2009-12-19T10:57:00.001-08:00

I feel like I just wrote a post about the last Minnesota Twins Game at the HHH Metrodome, so it is really hard to believe that we are again at a point where I have to write about a season ending at the Metrodome... but, the Minnesota Vikings only have one more game left on their home field at the Dome.

The next two weeks the Minnesota Vikings will play on the road, before returning for their regular season closer against the New York Giants. The Giants-Vikings Game is one of the most anticipated of the 2009 Vikings Season and if I was you, I would not miss it! I have had my Vikings Tickets for the Vikings Giants Game for weeks now. When I looked last week there were still some Minnesota Vikings Tickets left, but I anticipate that they will sell out very fast as the Holiday Season gets closer and closer.... Vikings Tickets make great gifts!! Don't miss your chance to sit in the Dome one last time :)