Xcel Energy Center

Xcel Energy Center

199 W Kellogg Blvd, St Paul, MN 55102   The Xcel Energy Center in Saint Paul, Minnesota is regarded as one of the best stadiums in North America. As recently as 2010 the stadium was listed as the third best stadium experience in North America according to ESPN magazine and in 2013 was listed as the top NHL venue by Stadium Journey Magazine. The Minnesota Wild of the NHL are the proud tenants of this beautiful venue that originally opened in 2000. The Wild began their play at Xcel Energy Center in front of 409 consecutive sellout crowds during the first nine seasons at the venue. In order to truly reflect the “State of Hockey” that exists within Minnesota, inside the concourse area there is a hockey jersey from every high school in the state hanging on the wall. Other features include 74 executive suites and the Bud Light Top Shelf Lounge. The venue holds 17,954 for Wild games and can be expanded up to 20,000 for concerts.  As previously mentioned concerts are also held at Xcel Energy Center. Some of entertainment’s biggest names who have played shows there include Madonna, Taylor Swift, Rolling Stones, and Bruce Springsteen. The arena is also a popular spot for the NCAA Frozen Four Hockey tournament. Whatever the occasion, any event at Xcel Energy Center is a can’t miss opportunity.