MINNESOTA TO HOST THE 2026 WORLD JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP

The 10-nation tournament features the best men’s players in the world under 20 years of age and the 29 games of the championship take place over 10 days. The 2026 event marks the 50th anniversary of the IIHF World Junior Championship. Xcel Energy Center, home of the NHL’s Minnesota Wild in Saint Paul, and 3M Arena at Mariucci on the University of Minnesota campus in Minneapolis, will serve as the competition venues.

Ticket Packages

All-Session Package - All 29 games

The best value for the biggest fans.
Includes:

  • 10 preliminary round games, 2 quarterfinal games, and 1 relegation game at 3M Arena at Mariucci
  • 10 preliminary round games, 2 quarterfinal games, 2 semifinal games, bronze medal game, and gold medal game at Xcel Energy Center

Prices start at $2,055 (includes taxes & fees)

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Group A Package - On sale March 8th

USA, Sweden, Slovakia, Switzerland, and Germany. Package includes:

  • 10 preliminary round games and 2 quarterfinal games at Xcel Energy Center
  • 2 semifinal games, bronze medal game, and gold medal game at Xcel Energy Center

Prices start at $1,525 (includes taxes & fees)

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Group B Package - On sale March 8th

Finland, Czechia, Canada, Latvia, and Denmark. Package includes:

  • 10 preliminary round games and 2 quarterfinal games at 3M Arena at Mariucci
  • 2 semifinal games, bronze medal game, and gold medal game at Xcel Energy Center

Prices start at $1,525 (includes taxes & fees)

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    We are teaming up with the Minnesota Frost to host a personal care supply drive to support Tubman and its mission of providing safety, hope, and healing to those in need. Bring your new and unopened personal care items and join us in making a meaningful impact! 

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    ❗ Group Play Packages ON SALE NOW! ❗

    Don’t miss your shot—secure your seats today → WorldJuniorsMN26.com

    🎟 16 epic, action-packed games, including:
    ✅ 10 preliminary round
    ✅ 2 quarterfinals
    ✅ 2 semifinals
    🏆 2 medal round games

    🏒 Group A (featuring Team USA 🇺🇸) at Xcel Energy Center
    🏒 Group B at 3M Arena at Mariucci

    Be there as the rising stars of hockey battle for gold! 🏆🔥

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    🚨 The groups are set for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship! 🚨

    🏒 Group A: 🇺🇸 🇸🇪 🇸🇰 🇨🇭 🇩🇪
    🏒 Group B: 🇫🇮 🇨🇿 🇨🇦 🇱🇻 🇩🇰

    The future of hockey will hit the ice in Minnesota from Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026. Don’t miss your chance to witness the future of hockey from the best seats in the house! 🏆🔥

    🎟 Ticket packages on sale March 8 → WorldJuniorsMN26.com

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    Today, we’re proud to join USA Hockey in celebrating Volunteer Day! Shoutout to our recent World Juniors On The Road volunteers—your passion and dedication are helping spread the excitement for the 2026 World Junior Championship coming to Minnesota! 🏒🙌

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