World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series Presented by Delta Dental of Minnesota

Before the puck drops in Saint Paul and Minneapolis, the world’s top under-20 hockey players hit the ice across Minnesota. Catch international matchups and future NHL stars during the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series, with exhibition games in Duluth, Bemidji, Mankato, and Rochester.

Tickets and Game Schedule

Get in on the action early. Each host city will welcome top international teams for exhibition games as they prepare for the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship. Whether you’re cheering on USA in Duluth or watching a future NHL breakout in Bemidji, this is your chance to see the next generation of hockey — live and up close.

Bemidji

Game Schedule

  • Friday, December 19 - Czechia vs. Latvia - 7:00 PM CT
  • Sunday, December 21 - Latvia vs. Slovakia - 7:00 PM CT
  • Tuesday, December 23 - Slovakia vs. Czechia - 7:00 PM CT

Venue Info: Visit Sanford Center Website

Duluth

Game Schedule

  • Friday, December 19 – Finland vs. Germany – 7:00 PM CT
  • Sunday, December 21 – USA vs. Germany – 4:00 PM CT
  • Tuesday, December 23 – Finland vs. USA – 6:00 PM CT

Venue Info: Visit AMSOIL Arena Website

Mankato

Game Schedule

  • Tuesday, December 16 – Switzerland vs. Minnesota State – 7:00 PM CT
  • Tuesday, December 23 – Denmark vs. Canada – 7:00 PM CT

Get Tickets for Mankato
December 16: Switzerland vs. Minnesota State
December 23: Denmark vs. Canada

Venue Info: See Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center Website

Rochester

Game Schedule

  • Sunday, December 21 – Denmark vs. Switzerland – 7:00 PM CT
  • Tuesday, December 23 – Switzerland vs. Sweden – 7:00 PM CT

Venue Info: Visit Rochester Rec Center Website