ByMinnesota Wild PR
October 19, 2026
SAINT PAUL, Minn. – The National Hockey League’s (NHL) Minnesota Wild today announced the Minnesota Wild Foundation Gala to benefit the Minnesota Wild Foundation and Children’s Minnesota, will be held on Wednesday, Dec. 16, at 5:30 p.m. at Grand Casino Arena. Tickets for the gala are available now at www.wild.com/gala.
The Minnesota Wild Foundation Gala is an unforgettable event that offers fans and supporters a truly special opportunity to mix, mingle and make memories with the entire 2026–27 Minnesota Wild roster, all while helping make a meaningful difference in our community. Proceeds from this year’s gala will support the Minnesota Wild Foundation and Children’s Minnesota, helping advance the life-changing work of both organizations and create lasting impact for children and families across the region.
The evening kicks off with a festive reception featuring handcrafted cocktails served by Wild bartenders, delicious hors d’oeuvres delivered by Wild waiters, and an incredible silent auction filled with exclusive sports memorabilia, once-in-a-lifetime experiences and other one-of-a-kind treasures. Then, settle in for an unforgettable dinner and celebratory program featuring the people, stories and impact that make this event so special.
An exclusive opportunity for eight (8) guests to enjoy the 2026 Minnesota Wild Foundation Gala seated with Wild President of Hockey Operations and General Manager Bill Guerin is available. Wild celebrity participation may be subject to change and availability due to unforeseen changes.
For more information or questions, please contact the Minnesota Wild Foundation at [email protected] or 651-312-3411.
About the Minnesota Wild Foundation
The Minnesota Wild Foundation exists to support the game of hockey and improve the lives of families in the State of Hockey. With the support of Wild players, fans, and donors, the Foundation champions initiatives that advance children’s health and well-being, serves as the largest non-member funding source for Minnesota Hockey, and creates fundraising opportunities for community-based youth hockey associations in the State of Hockey. Since 2009, the Minnesota Wild Foundation has distributed $7.5 million in grants to community hockey organizations and nonprofits supporting children’s health and wellness, while also helping raise more than $9.3 million for local charities through charitable gambling initiatives. Introduced in 2025, Skate It Forwardis the Foundation’s signature philanthropic initiative dedicated to preserving, strengthening, and celebrating community hockey in Minnesota. Through Skate It Forward, proceeds are reinvested into local programs to help more kids across the state get in the game. The Minnesota Wild Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (Tax ID #90-0518400). To support its mission or learn more, visit www.wild.com/foundation, email [email protected], or call (651) 602-6000. Follow the Foundation on X,Facebookand Instagram. Together we create a Greater State of Hockey.
Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only one in Minnesota devoted exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system for more than 100 years, Children’s Minnesota offers more than 100 pediatric specialties through its two hospitals, nine primary care clinics, seven rehabilitation and eight specialty care sites throughout the Twin Cities metro area. The Kid Experts® at Children’s Minnesota are chosen by more families than any other pediatric health system in the region.
Please visit childrensMN.org.
