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December 2023 by Gretchen Schow
We’re huge hockey fans, like many Minnesotans and we’ve been to a handful of games in the past. We decided to take our almost two-year-old son to his first game. Needless to say, he was in awe! The warm-up jams got him right away. Zamboni was also a hit and, additionally, he got to see his cousin Riley Tufte play against the Wild. It’s really neat that he got a first game certificate and mini hockey stick too. Loved it!
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December 2023 by Rich Spicer
It is always a fantastic time. The energy center is just that and is always charged. There really isn't a bad seat in the house, it is so well designed. I was there most recently to catch a Wild hockey game, but I have seen concerts and even attended trade shows there. It's a great venue with a nice set of surrounding businesses making food, parking, and other game/event day conveniences easily available. It's one of my favorite large venues, and I consider it a selling feature when I see it as the location for whichever event I am looking to attend.
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December 2023 by Renee Silver
Great facility for NHL games, except the seats are very small and uncomfortable. The people next to me were almost on my lap. Drinks and food are expensive as expected, but there are plenty of options. Ladies, if you don't already know, do not bring purses. Anything bigger than a wallet will make you walk a Ling way to get to the only entrance that can search the bags, if they even allow it in at all.
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November 2023 by Scott Barnum
Was at the game for Military appreciation night. When trying to purchase tickets the section were shown for Military but when you were asked to pick your seats they automatically assigned you seats and I tried a number of times and I would pick seats and they would bring up the same seats and there were seats available where I picked. On the bright side the Wild played well and brought home the win.
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September 2023 by Alexis Ann
Finally got to see my favorite band, Pearl Jam, at the Xcel Energy Center!The sound was incredible even with how far away our seats were. The show/the band was absolutely perfect.However, the venue itself needs some work. The seats are so small and close together. It was very uncomfortable. It seems like they're probably more worried about getting as many people in there as possible, rather than the comfort of those who paid to be there.The prices of drinks are outrageous, so we didn't even consider buying anything.The ushers and employees were actually really great. We had to ask at least one employee about where our seats were, and they were very quick to help us and very friendly.Overall, I think it would take another Pearl Jam show to get me to come back to this venue. There are plenty of other venues, and I don't think I would ever go out of my way to attend another show here.
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September 2023 by Mark Austin
Great venue for a concert! My wife and I visited Saint Paul specifically to see a Pearl Jam concert at this venue. It was generally clean and organized. The various staff members serving drinks or helping find your seats were courteous and knowledgeable.I believe the capacity of the place is about 20,000 and that’s actually a really good size for a concert like this.
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August 2023 by Lynette LeFleur Overman
Come on Xcel - Get it together! I went here in Mid July to see Cirque du Soleil. The show was great! No hate on the show - I enjoyed it and recommend it. The views were good and the sound was good. The temp was good, and my seat was comfy enough. All my frustration is at Xcel as a venue and how they handle policy, etc. They sent several emails to give us a heads up on their (insane) bag/purse policy. You can't have anything bigger than a 4x6 purse. My phone won't even fit in a 4x6 pouch! And of course, they don't apply that rule fairly across the board. I saw SEVERAL people walking around with a bigger purse. Also, they apparently offer the option to pay for a locker, but they don't make that apparent online or in the reminder emails. Plus, while I was there - several very upset women noted that security at the other entrance didn't tell them about the locker option. Also, the cobble stone style walking paths around the building are in bad shape and are not safe - I spent more time dodging holes than enjoying the environment around me. Come on Xcel - fix them! Last, for the love of Pete - don't let people into the venue 20, 30, even 40 minutes late!!! I wish they cared as much about people being on time and my viewing pleasure as they did about their impractical purse policy. 40 minutes in, and my view was still being regularly obstructed by people arriving late and walking down the aisles. Other venues STRESS that you need to arrive early - maybe Xcel could work on that too!
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August 2023 by Lamma Toui
I like this place for hockey games like the wild and stuff but if there’s a concert just so you know it gets really hot but it’s fun
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July 2023 by Zillian
“Let’s go Wild!” One of the best experiences of my life, The Minnesota Wild sucked as usual but at least I got to see the new Stanley cup winners (Vegas Golden Knights) play and win there so I’m not complaining, the whole place was so awesome, the place was packed & the energy was like no other, got to go walk on the ice, got a signed hockey puck, & Wild home jersey as well! This place was a blast and I 100% recommend going here if you have the time, money, & you’re a big hockey fan! Amazing, I hope to visit for another game soon and see the Wild win a game!
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May 2023 by Will Myers
Went here for the 93X Twin Cities takeover. I was impressed by all the Hockey jerseys on display. The clock tower was very cool to look at. One of the better concert venues I've been to, looking forward to seeing more here.
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May 2023 by Jonathan Richards
Incredibly nice arena in St. Paul. One of the best experiences I’ve had at a hockey game. The only flaw is that there are a limited number of restrooms, so you have to wait in line close to thirty minutes between periods.
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April 2023 by Cody Thorson
Went to my first MN Wild game, The Excel Energy Center was an amazing place if you've never been there, it was 90's night the game I went to and the energy and excitement inside the building was off the charts I personally can't wait to go again!!
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April 2023 by Adam Morgan
Came here for my first Wild game as they played against the Golden Knights. It went all the way to a shootout and free hockey is always welcomed. Unfortunately, the Wild lost but the arena is fantastic. Plenty of food options, concourses were sizable, and the atmosphere was electric. Getting to and from the stadium was straightforward and it was an overall seamless experience. 5 stars!
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February 2023 by Mae
Easy excess from parking deck across the street. There are many parking decks within walking distance ranging from $10-$20. Center is easy to maneuver through but the seats are rather close together. I’m a disabled veteran and everyone was extremely accommodating and helpful. I like this area much more than the Target Center.
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January 2023 by Ry An
There really isn't a bad seat in the house. we came here tonight to watch Tran Siberian Orchestra and everything went really well. it was really quick in and out of security, we were easily able to get to our seats and we could see everything very well. I was surprised that there were so few food vendors since the concert went on for about 3 hours. the employees directing people were very friendly and helpful. getting out of the venue was also very easy. the bathrooms were clean too. it certainly feels like the entity in charge of keeping the facility clean does a pretty good job. we also really like seeing all the historical pieces, jerseys, and décor is also very fitting for the venue. we will come back for sure.
