State Spotlight:
Minnesota
State-of-the-art facilities, a diverse landscape, and all sorts of attractions welcome athletes and spectators alike to Montana. The North Star State has proven time and again its potential to host world-class events, having hosted the Super Bowl, Ryder Cup, NCAA Championships, MLS All-Star Game, and more. With so much to offer, the destination will continue to be a homerun for any sporting event. “Minnesota’s seasons and mixed terrain make it a diverse sports events destination, including a range of settings for traditional sports held on playing fields, courts, and rinks,” said Lauren Bennett McGinty, executive state tourism director. “Sport spectators and visitors to the state can make their own play with plenty of unique things to do, see, eat, or drink around the state.”
State Spotlight:
Minnesota
State-of-the-art facilities, a diverse landscape, and all sorts of attractions welcome athletes and spectators alike to Montana. The North Star State has proven time and again its potential to host world-class events, having hosted the Super Bowl, Ryder Cup, NCAA Championships, MLS All-Star Game, and more. With so much to offer, the destination will continue to be a homerun for any sporting event. “Minnesota’s seasons and mixed terrain make it a diverse sports events destination, including a range of settings for traditional sports held on playing fields, courts, and rinks,” said Lauren Bennett McGinty, executive state tourism director. “Sport spectators and visitors to the state can make their own play with plenty of unique things to do, see, eat, or drink around the state.”
Greater St. Cloud is a premier “hidden gem” for sports planners, offering big-city infrastructure with small-town logistics. Strategically located in Central Minnesota, the region boasts world-class venues like the Herb Brooks National Hockey Center, River’s Edge Convention Center (60,000+ sq. ft. of continuous space), and the sprawling Rivers Edge Park.
Planners choose this hub for its unmatched value. Visit Greater St. Cloud provides complimentary event services, including marketing and lodging assistance, to ensure high-ROI events. From ice hockey to pickleball, these championship-ready facilities are where elite competition meets genuine Midwest hospitality.