The 2026 Minnesota Vikings schedule begins in the preseason on August 15 with a road game at the New York Giants.
This full 2026 Minnesota Vikings schedule includes three exhibition games, a 17-game regular season, one bye week, an international contest in Mexico City, multiple primetime windows, and two potential flexed finales.
Here is every date, time, network, and venue.
2026 Minnesota Vikings Schedule
| Date | Logo | Opponent | Time | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Preseason | ||||
| Saturday | at New York GiantsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ET ETESPN App | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Saturday | Baltimore RavensU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 1:00pm ET ETESPN App | ||
| Preseason | ||||
| Friday | at Denver BroncosEmpower Field at Mile High, Denver, CO | 9:00pm ET ETNFLN/Local | ||
| Sunday | Green Bay PackersU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Chicago BearsSoldier Field, Chicago, IL | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at Tampa Bay BuccaneersRaymond James Stadium, Tampa, FL | 4:05pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Miami DolphinsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 4:05pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | at New Orleans SaintsCaesars Superdome, New Orleans, LA | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Bye Week | ||||
| Sunday | OFF | |||
| Sunday | Indianapolis ColtsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Sunday | at Detroit LionsFord Field, Detroit, MI | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Monday | Buffalo BillsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 8:15pm ET ETESPN/ABC | ||
| Sunday | at Green Bay PackersLambeau Field, Green Bay, WI | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| International Game | ||||
| Sunday | at San Francisco 49ersEstadio Banorte, Mexico City, Mexico | 8:20pm ET ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| Sunday | Atlanta FalconsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 1:00pm ET ETFOX | ||
| Sunday | Carolina PanthersU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 4:25pm ET ETCBS | ||
| Thursday | at New England PatriotsGillette Stadium, Foxborough, MA | 8:15pm ET ETPrime Video | ||
| Sunday | Detroit LionsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | 8:20pm ET ETNBC/Peacock | ||
| TBA or Sat Dec 26 | ||||
| Sunday | Washington CommandersU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
| Sunday | at New York JetsMetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, NJ | 1:00pm ET ETCBS | ||
| TBA or Sat Jan 9 | ||||
| Sunday | Chicago BearsU.S. Bank Stadium, Minneapolis, MN | Time TBA ETTV TBA | ||
Preseason Results from the 2026 Minnesota Vikings Schedule
Minnesota finished the preseason 1-2.
The Vikings opened with a 13-10 win at the New York Giants. They then dropped a 13-3 home decision to the Baltimore Ravens and closed with a 34-6 loss at Denver.
Those results gave the coaching staff a clear evaluation window before the regular season.
How the 2026 Minnesota Vikings Schedule Unfolds
The Vikings open at home against the Green Bay Packers.
They then travel to Chicago and Tampa Bay before hosting the Miami Dolphins. A road game at New Orleans follows, leading into the bye week on October 18.
After the break Minnesota hosts the Indianapolis Colts, visits Detroit, and welcomes the Buffalo Bills on Monday Night Football. A return trip to Green Bay comes next, followed by an international game against the San Francisco 49ers in Mexico City.
Home dates against Atlanta and Carolina sit in late November and early December. A Thursday night road contest at New England follows, then a Sunday night home rematch with Detroit.
The schedule closes with a home game against Washington (still TBA), a road trip to the New York Jets, and a home finale against the Chicago Bears (also TBA and possibly flexed).
Games That Stand Out on the Vikings Schedule 2026
Several dates already stand out.
The home opener against Green Bay and the Monday night date with Buffalo are clear early highlights. The two meetings with Green Bay, the two against Detroit, and the two against Chicago will heavily influence the NFC North race.
The international game against the 49ers in Mexico City, the Thursday night trip to New England, the Sunday night home contest against Detroit, and the potential flexed finales also land in high-visibility windows.
How to Watch Vikings Games
Most Sunday afternoon games air on FOX or CBS.
Primetime and special-window slots include ESPN/ABC, NBC/Peacock, Prime Video, and the ESPN App for preseason. The Mexico City game and final contests remain subject to flex scheduling.
Always check local listings closer to game week for updates. For official broadcast details, visit the NFL.com Vikings schedule or the team’s official site.
What the 2026 Minnesota Vikings Schedule Means for Minnesota
The 2026 Minnesota Vikings schedule features an early home start, a useful midseason bye, an international game in Mexico City, multiple national-window opportunities, and a demanding late slate filled with NFC North and high-profile contests.
How the Vikings handle the division slate and the tougher primetime and holiday games will largely shape their postseason path. Fans looking for tickets can also check related pages such as Vikings home games or how to watch Vikings games.
FAQ
When does the 2026 Minnesota Vikings schedule start?
Preseason begins August 15 at the New York Giants. The regular season opens September 13 against Green Bay.
When is the Vikings’ bye week?
Minnesota is off on October 18.
How many home games do the Vikings have?
Nine regular-season home games at U.S. Bank Stadium (including the international game as a designated home contest), plus one preseason home game.
Are there any special or TBA games on the schedule?
Yes. The schedule includes an international game in Mexico City, a Monday Night Football home date, a Thursday Night Football road contest, and two late-season games that remain TBA and could still be flexed to Saturday.
