Vikings 2026 Training Camp starts Aug. 1, 13 practices open to fans
Kevin O'Connell: Vikings QB competition will extend into training camp
Minnesota Vikings head coach Kevin O'Connell spoke with reporters after mandatory mini camp finished up on Thursday at TCO Performance Center. He says the starting quarterback competition will continue into training camp, which starts in late July. It appears to be a two-horse race between Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.
EAGAN, Minn. (FOX 9) - The Minnesota Vikings are gearing up for their 66th training camp, kicking off with Back Together Weekend and Legends Weekend on Saturday, Aug. 1. at TCO Performance Center in Eagan.
Training camp schedule, ticket details
What we know:
The Vikings will host 13 open practices at Twin Cities Orthopedics Performance Center, wrapping up with joint practices against the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday, Aug. 19, and Thursday, Aug. 20. The first padded practice is set for Monday, Aug. 3, and the popular night practice will take place Sunday, Aug. 9, at TCO Stadium.
Vikings wrap up mandatory mini camp at TCO Performance Center
The Minnesota Vikings had their final day of mandatory mini camp on Thursday at TCO Performance Center. FOX 9's Dawn Mitchell was there as the work is far from over before the team reconvenes for training camp.
General admission tickets for 12 of the 13 practices are free for season ticket members and children 36 inches and under, $5 for children 17 and under and $10 for adults.
Night practice tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for children 17 and under and free for children 36 inches and under. A portion of ticket sales supports the Minnesota Vikings Foundation. Fans must reserve digital tickets in advance.
Up to 4,000 tickets are available each day, with night practice capacity set at 6,000. Season ticket members can reserve up to four free tickets for two days, with general ticket access opening Thursday, June 18. A full daily practice schedule and media availability will be released in July.
Fan experience and amenities
Why you should care:
The 2026 training camp offers more than just football. Kids 17 and under can take part in organized autograph sessions with Vikings players, and the camp will feature a family fun zone, youth football clinics, cheer clinics and prize-winning opportunities.
Details on fan entertainment and autograph schedules will be posted at vikings.com/camp and vikings.com/campautographs. Parking is $10 when reserved in advance or $20 on arrival, with ADA parking and rideshare options available. Permanent bleachers and ADA accommodations will be offered for seating, and premium seating is available in the Omni Hospitality Tent.
All concessions are cashless, accepting credit, debit and contactless payments, with a full menu and the Vikings Table food truck on most days. Fans can also bring sealed water bottles or fill empty containers up to 32 ounces for free. A portion of all ticket proceeds will benefit the Minnesota Vikings Foundation, supporting local community initiatives.
The Source: Information from the Minnesota Vikings press release.