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Posted May 2, 2025
JUST ANNOUNCED: MercyMe to return to Bemidji, MN for their MERCYME LIVE 2025 Tour!
MercyMe brings MERCYME LIVE 2025 to Bemidji, MN, with Natalie Grant and special guest Sam Wesley! Join them for an unforgettable night of music and epic memories! See them on October 18th @ 7:00 PM for an incredible night! Pre-sale begins May 6th at 10:00 AM On-sale begins May 9th at 10:00 AM
Posted Apr 15, 2025
BEMIDJI NAMED AS HOST COMMUNITY FOR WORLD JUNIORS PRE-TOURNAMENT SERIES
Bemidji, Minn. – The Sanford Center is proud to announce that Bemidji has been named as one of Minnesota’s host communities for the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series presented by Delta Dental of Minnesota. Several exhibition games will be played throughout Minnesota as part of the exciting lead up to the 2026 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Championship which will take place Dec. 26, 2025 – Jan. 5, 2026, in the Twin Cities of Saint Paul and Minneapolis.

Happy Father’s Day to all the amazing dads out there! 💙 May your day be as special as you are!

Vendors Wanted! 🔧🔥 Got collectibles, custom gear, handmade goods, or offering a service? This is your chance to set up shop in front of hundreds of auto enthusiasts. Babe’s Burnout is happening Saturday, July 12th at The Sanford Center, and we’re looking for vendors to be part of the action. If you’ve got something cool to sell or showcase, we want to hear from you! To become a vendor, please contact lmudrick@thesanfordcenter.com! #SwapMeet #VendorsWanted #carshowvendors

Land of 10,000 lakes and 1 WILD burnout pit!! 💨🔥🚗 Don’t miss the 2025 Babe’s Burnout Car Show on July 12th at The Sanford Center! 📸: Visit Bemidji #minnesotacarshow #burnoutpit #babesburnout #thesanfordcenter

We’re on the road to the 2026 IIHF World Junior Championship! This December, international hockey hits the ice at The Sanford Center, right here in Bemidji, MN, as part of the World Juniors Pre-Tournament Series Presented by Delta Dental of Minnesota. 📍 Future NHL stars 📍 Global matchups 📍 Hometown hockey pride Be the first to know about tickets, schedules, and events: 👉 mnse.co/pre-tournament Bemidji, Mankato, Rochester, and Duluth are the official host communities for the World Juniors pre-tournament exhibition games. The several games played in these cities all lead to the exciting 2026 International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Junior Championship, which will take place Dec. 26th, 2025-Jan. 5th, 2026 in St. Paul and Minneapolis! @mnsportsandevents #WorldJuniors #2026WorldJuniorChampionship #Bemidji #Minnesota #Hockey

In honor of Memorial Day, we will be closed today, Monday, May 26. We take this time to remember and honor the brave individuals who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 💙 We will reopen at 10 AM on Tuesday, May 27. #MemorialDay #TheSanfordCenter #Honor #Remember

Happy graduation to the Bemidji High School Class of 2025!🎓👏 #Graduation #BHSLumberjacks #TheSanfordCenter

Sanford Steps will be canceled all next week due to an arena event! Thank you for your understanding, if you have any questions please call: 218-441-4000

Yesterday, some of our staff had the pleasure of attending the 20th Annual @bemidjichamber Awards of Excellence. The event was a meaningful celebration of the individuals and organizations making a lasting impact on our community. 👏 Congratulations to all of this year’s nominees and award recipients, your leadership and dedication continue to shape a stronger future for Bemidji. It is a privilege to be part of such a committed and vibrant business community! #CommunityImpact #ChamberofCommerce #TheSanfordCenter #Awards

CALLING ALL VENDORS!! 🔥 Be a part of the action at Babe’s Burnout Car Show – happening July 12th, 11 AM–10 PM at The Sanford Center in Bemidji, MN! We're looking for retail, craft, promotional vendors & more to join this high-energy, family-friendly event! Don’t miss your chance to get your brand in front of thousands of attendees!😎 To reserve you vendor spot, email lmudrick@thesanfordcenter.com & visit www.thesanfordcenter.com for more info! #BabesBurnout #TheSanfordCenter #CarShowVendors #VendorsWanted

Shoutout to Our Amazing Marketing Manager, Lexi Mudrick! 🎉 We are beyond proud to recognize Lexi Mudrick for her outstanding achievements! Lexi has been named the 2024–2025 Outstanding Senior by the University of North Dakota in recognition of her incredible work, dedication, and contributions to the Marketing Department. 👏💼📚 Lexi is a standout leader and a true team player—always the first to step up, lend a hand, and support anyone who needs it. Her energy, passion, and commitment make a real difference every single day. We are so fortunate to have Lexi as part of our Sanford Center family. She’s not only a key part of our team today—she is the future of the Sanford Center’s Marketing team, and we can’t wait to see what amazing things she’ll accomplish next! Please join us in congratulating Lexi on this well-deserved honor! 🥳🙌 #SanfordCenter #OutstandingSenior #UND #ProudTeam

Honoring the heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty. Your service and courage will never be forgotten. 💙 #PeaceOfficersMemorialDay

🌸 A Huge Thank You to the Incredible Women of The Sanford Center 🌸 I want to take a moment to recognize and thank the amazing women of The Sanford Center for creating and making The Women’s Expo such a powerful and inspiring event for our community. This event didn’t just happen overnight—it took countless hours of planning, dedication, and hard work. From the smallest details to the biggest moments, your commitment to making this a meaningful experience was evident in every corner of the Expo. The impact of this event has been felt far and wide—bringing people together, uplifting voices, and creating space for connection, empowerment, and growth. What you’ve built here matters deeply. Please know: your efforts have not gone unnoticed. Each one of you is vital to the success of this event, and to our community. You are appreciated, celebrated, and seen. 💐 Thank you again to: Heidi Cheri Malaak Anna Marie Jordan Janine Brie Shelana Doreen Morgan Lexi Liz Alicia Kat Amanda Also, a big thanks to our Operations, EVS, Ticket Office Team, and everyone else who took part in making this event happen! Here’s to many more events that inspire and uplift! 💪💖 -Bobby Anderson #WomensExpo #ThankYou #SanfordCenter #CommunityImpact #Gratitude

Happy graduation to all of the class of 2025!👏🎓 We would like to say a special congratulations to our employees of The Sanford Center who are graduating this weekend: Jayden Alsleben Jack Barnett Dawson Gehrts Sarah Suchoski We are SO proud of you all & know your futures are bright!🤩