Saint Paul is Tournament City
2025 MSHSL Tournaments
2025 MSHSL Tournaments
Athletes and fans, welcome to Tournament City!
Every winter, the Capital City transforms into the Tournament City where we welcome student-athletes from all over the state of Minnesota as they compete in their respected sport. From Hockey Players to Gymnasts to Wrestlers, Xcel Energy Center and Roy Wilkins Auditorium is the hot spot in Downtown Saint Paul.
Boys Hockey State Tournament
Tournament Dates: March 5-8, 2025
Location: Xcel Energy Center
Tournament Schedule: Class A and AA Brackets
Admission: Adults $20 and Students $13
Wednesday | Session One
| Session Two
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Thursday | Session Three
| Session Four
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Friday | Session Five
| Session Six
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Saturday | Session Seven
| Session Eight
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Let's Play Hockey Expo
Let's Play Hockey Expo's synonymous with the high school tournament and full of the biggest names in hockey. Check out the Let's Play Hockey Expo on Friday, March for the latest in apparel, gear, training tools, sticks, accessories and various other sports equipment.
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Girls Gymnastics
Tournament Dates: February 21-22
Location: The Legendary Roy Wilkins Auditorium
Tournament Schedule: Team, Individual and All-Around Championships
Admission: Adults $15 and Students $10
Girls Hockey
Tournament Dates: February 19-22
Location: Xcel Energy Center
Tournament Schedule: Class A and AA Brackets
Admission: Adults $20 and Students $13
Wrestling State Tournament
Tournament Dates: February 27 to March 1, 2025
Location: Xcel Energy Center
Tournament Schedule: Individual and Team Brackets
Admission: Adults $17 and Students $11
Where To Park
It’ll be busy downtown, so it’s wise to make a parking plan before you arrive.
- Visitor information on available lots in the area can be found here
- You can also avoid the stress altogether by taking Metro Transit
Where To Eat in Tournament City
There’s no shortage of restaurants surrounding the arena and auditorium. Discover an array of iconic eats from pizza-by-the-slice and Juicy Lucy's to classic steaks and authentic Thai cuisine right here in the heart of the Capital City!

Dive Deep Into the Wealth of Great Dining on West 7th
Stretching from the edge of downtown, this iconic strip is packed with incredible neighborhood bars, grab-and-go hotspots, beloved city classics and family-friendly eateries.

Where to Eat in Downtown Saint Paul
Discover where to dine in bustling downtown from noble hotel dining experiences and lively music halls to skyway eats.

Restaurants Putting the ‘Happy’ in Happy Hour
Get great deals on drinks and eats throughout the Capital City.

Lowertown Eats
This urban center welcomes visitors to delve into a variety of eateries spanning from chill breweries, rooftop hangouts, quaint bakeries, and more!
If you need help with anything while you’re here or just want to share what an awesome time you're having, give us a shout on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag #MYSAINTPAUL.