Huntington Bank Stadium
VerifiedStadium & Arena · Minneapolis, MN · Minnesota Golden Gophers Athletics
Also known as Minnesota Golden Gophers stadium, Gophers stadium, TCF Bank Stadium.
Clear Bag Policy: only clear plastic/vinyl/tote bags up to 12" x 6" x 12", 1-gallon clear resealable bags, or small clutch bags up to 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed.
Chairbacks with structural metal frames or that attach to benches are banned; soft seat cushions under 2 inches thick without framing are allowed. Externally-powered heated blankets are banned, but internally battery-powered heated blankets, jackets, or cushions are allowed after inspection.
Strollers are explicitly listed as a prohibited item, with no stated exception; wagons are not addressed in any official source found.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Umbrellas are explicitly listed as a prohibited item.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Cans, bottles, and thermoses are prohibited, but an empty clear plastic bottle is permitted; water fountains are available inside the stadium.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗No outside food or beverage is allowed in Huntington Bank Stadium; all concessions are cashless.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗No outside alcohol is permitted; in-venue sales only (beer, wine, seltzer, ready-to-drink cocktails), 21+ with ID, 2-drink max per ID per transaction, sales end at the end of the 3rd quarter.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Coolers of any kind, including small soft packs, are prohibited.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Medical bags and items are allowed but must be screened by a Gate Supervisor and tagged with a medical tag.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Mamava Lactation Pods, sponsored by Fairview, are located on the main concourse near Gate A and the 4th-floor loge level near Gate E, plus an additional nursing area near Club Cambria; access requires the free Mamava app.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗ADA-accessible seating is available throughout the stadium, elevators are prioritized for guests needing assistance, and wheelchair requests are handled at Guest Services booths.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Animals are prohibited except service animals, which are explicitly permitted.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Camcorders and tripods are prohibited; cameras with lenses over 6 inches long are prohibited, implying compact cameras and shorter lenses are permitted.
Drone/UAS use is prohibited on all University property except approved mission-related plans; a hard ban applies three hours before, during, and three hours after all main-bowl events at Huntington Bank Stadium, broader than standard FAA rules.
Source: University of Minnesota Policy Library - Use of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Drones) ↗Noisemaking devices, sticks/selfie sticks/flag poles, and banners or signs exceeding 24" x 36" are prohibited, implying smaller signs or flags without poles are allowed.
Stadium personnel reserve the right to turn away any items at their discretion, beyond the specifically listed prohibited items.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Cannabis remains banned campus-wide despite Minnesota's 2023 adult-use legalization, because the University must comply with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act; illegal drugs are separately listed as a stadium-prohibited item.
Source: University of Minnesota Health & Safety - Legalized Marijuana Impacts at the University of Minnesota ↗Weapons are prohibited outright under Board of Regents policy, which bans possession or carrying of any firearm or dangerous weapon by any person on all University property, including stadiums used for University events; narrow exceptions exist for on-duty peace officers, approved military training, and lawful storage of a firearm inside a personal vehicle.
Source: University of Minnesota Board of Regents Policy - Possession and Carrying of Weapons ↗The University of Minnesota, including Huntington Bank Stadium, is a smoke-free campus; vape pens, e-cigars, and tank systems are explicitly listed as prohibited items.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗No re-entry is permitted once a guest leaves the stadium.
Source: Minnesota Athletics (GopherSports.com) - Gopher Football Gameday FAQ ↗Only 20 item types have been independently verified for Huntington Bank Stadium so far.
Not yet verified for Huntington Bank Stadium: Bag Storage & Lockers, E-Bikes, Scooters & Hoverboards, Costumes & Masks, Power Banks & Batteries — this doesn't mean it's unrestricted, just not researched yet.
Frequently asked questions about Huntington Bank Stadium
What is the bag policy and size limit at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Clear Bag Policy: only clear plastic/vinyl/tote bags up to 12" x 6" x 12", 1-gallon clear resealable bags, or small clutch bags up to 4.5" x 6.5" are allowed. Max size: 12" x 6" x 12" clear tote, or 1-gallon clear resealable bag, or 4.5" x 6.5" clutch.
What is the water bottle policy at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Cans, bottles, and thermoses are prohibited, but an empty clear plastic bottle is permitted; water fountains are available inside the stadium.
What is the outside food policy at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. No outside food or beverage is allowed in Huntington Bank Stadium; all concessions are cashless.
Can I bring medical supplies or equipment into Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Medical bags and items are allowed but must be screened by a Gate Supervisor and tagged with a medical tag.
Can you bring your own alcohol (BYOB) into Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. No outside alcohol is permitted; in-venue sales only (beer, wine, seltzer, ready-to-drink cocktails), 21+ with ID, 2-drink max per ID per transaction, sales end at the end of the 3rd quarter.
Is cannabis or marijuana allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Cannabis remains banned campus-wide despite Minnesota's 2023 adult-use legalization, because the University must comply with the federal Drug-Free Workplace Act and Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act; illegal drugs are separately listed as a stadium-prohibited item.
Are coolers allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Coolers of any kind, including small soft packs, are prohibited.
Are strollers and wagons allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Strollers are explicitly listed as a prohibited item, with no stated exception; wagons are not addressed in any official source found.
Can I bring a breast pump or nursing supplies into Huntington Bank Stadium?
Allowed. Mamava Lactation Pods, sponsored by Fairview, are located on the main concourse near Gate A and the 4th-floor loge level near Gate E, plus an additional nursing area near Club Cambria; access requires the free Mamava app.
Are wheelchairs and ECVs allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Allowed. ADA-accessible seating is available throughout the stadium, elevators are prioritized for guests needing assistance, and wheelchair requests are handled at Guest Services booths.
What is the camera policy at Huntington Bank Stadium, and what equipment is allowed?
Conditional. Camcorders and tripods are prohibited; cameras with lenses over 6 inches long are prohibited, implying compact cameras and shorter lenses are permitted. Max size: Camera lens: 6 inches or less.
Are drones allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Drone/UAS use is prohibited on all University property except approved mission-related plans; a hard ban applies three hours before, during, and three hours after all main-bowl events at Huntington Bank Stadium, broader than standard FAA rules.
Are umbrellas allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Umbrellas are explicitly listed as a prohibited item.
Are noisemakers, flags, or banners allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Noisemaking devices, sticks/selfie sticks/flag poles, and banners or signs exceeding 24" x 36" are prohibited, implying smaller signs or flags without poles are allowed. Max size: Banners/signs: up to 24" x 36".
Are chairs and blankets allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Chairbacks with structural metal frames or that attach to benches are banned; soft seat cushions under 2 inches thick without framing are allowed. Externally-powered heated blankets are banned, but internally battery-powered heated blankets, jackets, or cushions are allowed after inspection. Max size: Seat cushions: under 2 inches thick, no framing.
What is the weapons policy at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Not Allowed. Weapons are prohibited outright under Board of Regents policy, which bans possession or carrying of any firearm or dangerous weapon by any person on all University property, including stadiums used for University events; narrow exceptions exist for on-duty peace officers, approved military training, and lawful storage of a firearm inside a personal vehicle.
Is smoking or vaping allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium, and is there a designated area?
Not Allowed. The University of Minnesota, including Huntington Bank Stadium, is a smoke-free campus; vape pens, e-cigars, and tank systems are explicitly listed as prohibited items.
Are pets or service animals allowed at Huntington Bank Stadium?
Conditional. Animals are prohibited except service animals, which are explicitly permitted.
Does Huntington Bank Stadium allow re-entry?
Not Allowed. No re-entry is permitted once a guest leaves the stadium.
What else should I know about Huntington Bank Stadium's policies?
Conditional. Stadium personnel reserve the right to turn away any items at their discretion, beyond the specifically listed prohibited items.
Is Minnesota Golden Gophers stadium the same place as Huntington Bank Stadium?
Yes — Minnesota Golden Gophers stadium is a former or alternate name for Huntington Bank Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is Gophers stadium the same place as Huntington Bank Stadium?
Yes — Gophers stadium is a former or alternate name for Huntington Bank Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.
Is TCF Bank Stadium the same place as Huntington Bank Stadium?
Yes — TCF Bank Stadium is a former or alternate name for Huntington Bank Stadium. All of the entry policies on this page apply the same way.