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Iowa Wild To Play Milwaukee Admirals Outdoors For Hockey Day Minnesota 2026

Iowa Wild To Play Milwaukee Admirals Outdoors For Hockey Day Minnesota 2026

The AHL is headed outdoors as the Iowa Wild host the Milwaukee Admirals on January 23, 2026, in Hastings, Minn., as part of Hockey Day Minnesota.

Jul 19, 2025 by Lizz Child
Iowa Wild To Play Milwaukee Admirals Outdoors For Hockey Day Minnesota 2026

There will be outdoor hockey once again in the AHL this season.

AHL hockey is heading to Hastings, Minn., for the Iowa Wild Outdoor Classic, as part of the Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 celebrations. The Iowa Wild, AHL affiliate of the Minnesota Wild, will host the Milwaukee Admirals, AHL affiliate of the Nashville Predators, at the United Heroes League Complex on January 23, 2026. This is the first outdoor game for both franchises and the first in the AHL since 2024.

Tickets for the game between the Iowa Wild and Milwaukee Admirals will go on sale to the general public on August 4, with a full schedule of events for Hockey Day Minnesota 2026 expected in August.

“We are excited to bring the Iowa Wild to the State of Hockey during Hockey Day Minnesota 2026,” said Iowa Wild GM Matt Hendricks in a statement released by the team. “This once-in-a-lifetime event hosted by Hastings and United Heroes League will create lasting memories for our players and fans.” 

The outdoor game has become a staple in hockey leagues across North America following the breakout popularity of the NHL's Winter Classic. AHL teams have played regular-season outdoor games dating back to 2010. The Hockey Day Minnesota game will be the 13th such outdoor game for the AHL.

Skating outdoors has been a staple of Minnesota hockey culture since the sport's introduction to the State of Hockey. Hockey Day Minnesota has often served as a celebration of the honored past of the sport in the state in which the sport is most popular. In addition to the AHL outdoor game, many outdoor games will be played between high school and college teams as part of the festivities.

Details about broadcast plans for the Wild vs. Admirals game will be announced at a later date.

AHL Outdoor Game History

The Iowa Wild Outdoor Classic marks the 13th outdoor game in AHL history, with the most recent one hosted by the Charlotte Checkers, who faced the Rochester Americans at Truist Field on January 13, 2024.

  • January 13, 2024: Charlotte Checkers vs. Rochester Americans at Truist Field in Charlotte, N.C.
  • March 4, 2023: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins vs. Cleveland Monsters at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio
  • January 20218: Lehigh Valley Phantoms vs. Hershey Bears at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, Pa.
  • January 7, 2017: Ontario Reign vs. Bakersfield Condors at Memorial Stadium in Bakersfield, Calif.
  • December 19, 2015: Bakersfield Condors vs. Stockton Heat at Raley Field in West Sacramento, Calif.
  • December 30, 2013: Toronto Marlies vs Grand Rapids Griffins at Comerica Park in Detroit, Mich.
  • December 13, 2013: Lake Erie Monsters vs. Rochester Americans at Frontier Field in Rochester, N.Y.
  • January 20, 2013: Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins vs. Hershey Bears at Hersheypark Stadium in Hershey, Pa.
  • January 21, 2012: Toronto Marlies vs. Hamilton Bulldogs at Ivor Wynne Stadium in Hamilton, Ont.
  • January 6, 2012: Hershey Bears vs. Adirondack Phantoms at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia, Pa.
  • February 19, 2011: Providence Bruins vs Connecticut Whale at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, Conn.
  • February 20, 2010: Binghamton Senators vs. Syracuse Crunch at New York State Fairgrounds in Syracuse, N.Y.

Hockey Day In Minnesota

Originating with the Minnesota Wild in 2007, Hockey Day Minnesota is an eight-day statewide hockey celebration, and the 2026 event marks the 20th anniversary. The Iowa Wild Outdoor Classic will be the first time a professional game will be played as part of the celebration.

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