Graduation

Graduating seniors entrance: Southwest Legacy Gate.
Guest entrance: Legacy Gate doors 2 and 3.

• Open seating in sections 101-103 and 136-143.
• Accessible seating in sections 136, 141, and 142. 
• American Sign Language Interpreter in section 141. 

All attendees will follow the U.S. Bank Stadium Policies Guests attending the Anoka Hennepin Graduation Ceremonies at U.S. Bank Stadium are expected to follow all of the stadium’s guest policies to ensure a safe, respectful and enjoyable experience for all. Prohibited Items.

• Guests are welcome to carry-in the following items into the U.S. Bank Stadium for the graduation: 
• Factory-sealed plastic bottle of water that is less than 12 ounces 
• Still-photography cameras with a lens that is 6” or less in length  
• Hand-carried jackets or blankets which will be searched upon entry  
• Bag smaller than 12” x 6” x 12” and backpacks
• Strollers 
• Bags: All bags brought into the stadium must be clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC and may not exceed 12" x 6" x 12" in size. Small clutches (no larger than 4.5" x 6.5") are allowed with or without a clear bag. All bags are subject to search, and guests with bags will go through a bag check upon entry. Diaper bags and medically necessary items are permitted but will be thoroughly inspected. 
• Flowers: Are allowed in U.S. Bank Stadium.
• Noise poppers, air horns, balloons, confetti, large signs, laser pointers, weapons and outside food or drink (unless medically necessary) are not allowed into the stadium. 

All guests will walk through a metal detector and follow the U.S. Bank security and bag check process. No noisemakers, including air horns and confetti poppers, will be allowed into the ceremony. Please see the Code of Conduct for more information about what items are allowed in U.S. Bank Stadium.

Driving Directions to U.S. Bank Stadium

• Follow I-35W south toward downtown Minneapolis.
• Take Exit 17C for Washington Avenue.
• Merge onto Washington Avenue South and continue heading east.
• The stadium will be on your right at 401 Chicago Avenue.

Parking Information

Event parking rates vary significantly based on the type of event (e.g., Vikings games, concerts, or youth sports). Rates typically range from $15 to $50 and up. These rates are determined by private garage operators and the City of Minneapolis, not the stadium itself. Consider one of the following recommended parking ramps:

• Stadium parking ramp: 740 S. 4th Street (skyway closed).
• Downtown East parking ramp: 755 S. Stamp. and 425 Park Avenue.
• Haaf parking ramp: 740 S. 4th Street and 224 S. 4th Street.
• Fleet Farm parking ramp: 740 S. 4th Street.

Electronic tickets will be distributed to all graduating seniors starting May 26, 2026

• Graduating seniors will receive 12 electronic tickets in their ahschools.us email account from GoFan <receipts@gofan.com>
• Tickets will need to be transferred from the graduating senior to their guests. (Note: Tickets may only be transferred once.) 
  • The student is responsible for transferring tickets.
  • If one person has acquired tickets for the group, all attendees must enter the venue together.
  • Tickets are live one hour prior to the ceremony start time. 
  • Screenshots of tickets will not be accepted.
  • Do NOT push the “use ticket” button. This will be completed by venue staff. 
  • Used tickets will not be accepted for entry.
• Children 2 and under do not need a ticket for lap seating only.

Graduating seniors entrance: Southwest Legacy Gate.

Ceremony start time: 7 p.m.
Student arrival time: 6 p.m.

Planning your day:

• TBD: leave your home
• 5:30 p.m.: getting to ramp
• 5:45 p.m.: car parked
• 6 p.m.: standing with advisor

• Accessible Seating is available in Sections 136,141, and 142. Availability is first come, first serve. 
• American Sign Language Interpreter in section 138 rows 6-7 (front two rows).

Families and groups are encouraged to make a plan on where to meet after the ceremony. Students will unite with their guests on the Medtronic Plaza outside the Legacy Gates.