Let’s Talk About World Juniors!

Our year will wrap up with a once-in-a-generation opportunity — the IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship is coming to downtown St. Paul this December! 

Minnesota Sports and Events in partnership with USA Hockey, are leading the way, along with our very own Minnesota Wild, CVBs, city, and business partners, we’ll welcome thousands of visitors from around the world to experience this premier tournament. Your business can take part by becoming a World Juniors Puck Partner. MNSE is hosting an info session on Tuesday, Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m. at Tom Reid’s Hockey City Pub, to share more about the Puck Partners Program. To RSVP or to learn more, even if you're unable to attend, reach out to Taylor.
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During the tournament, ten nations will compete for gold as the world’s best under-20 players – the future stars of the NHL – take the ice. Games will be held Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026, at Saint Paul’s Grand Casino Arena (home of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and PWHL’s Minnesota Frost) and 3M Arena at Mariucci on the University of Minnesota campus. 

Tickets and group packages are available now at 2026.worldjunior.hockey. More info: WorldJuniorsMN26.com.
 Be part of the Celebration!
Hockey fans statewide are invited to submit a favorite photo and short story about what the game means to them for inclusion in a massive digital mosaic celebrating Minnesota’s hockey legacy.

This community art project — part of the “Assist26” initiative — will showcase players, coaches, officials, volunteers, and fans of all ages. The final mosaic will be displayed in-arena and at fan events during the tournament.

Submit your photo at WorldJuniorsMN26.com/FOH

See you in the trenches,
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