Reminder: Mayo Clinic Health System Arena Guidelines
As the hockey season rolls on, MAHA would like to remind our families, coaches, and visiting teams of the guidelines established by MAHA and the City of Mankato for the Mayo Clinic Health System Arena (MCC).
These guidelines are in place to ensure we respect the facility, use it responsibly, and maintain a safe and welcoming environment for everyone.
We ask all MAHA families and coaches to review these guidelines and help communicate them to visiting teams. Our continued use of this facility depends on everyone doing their part to take care of it.
Thank you for representing MAHA and helping us maintain a positive relationship with the City of Mankato.
MAHA Facility Guidelines
Mayo Clinic Health System Arena (MCC)
Guidelines last updated: January 27, 2025
Venue Access
- MAHA players and coaches must enter the facility through Doors 12 or 13. Those entering through Door 13 can access the locker rooms through the hallway next to Najwa’s Catering.
- Doors will unlock 30 minutes before the first scheduled rental of the day, whether it is a practice or a game.
- All parking must be in the Civic Center Ramp, accessible via Walnut Street or Riverfront Drive. Parking is free after 5:00 p.m. Parking in the Suite Lot is prohibited.
- Spectator seating is available in Sections 200–205, below the arena gates. These sections can be accessed using the elevator in the main Event Center lobby.
- Up to four locker rooms will be available for teams and must be scheduled in advance by MAHA. MAHA will provide a locker room attendant for each assigned room.
- If MAHA has a rental at the same time as an MSU visiting team, some or all locker rooms may be unavailable. Teams will be notified in advance and asked to arrive at the Event Center already dressed.
- Outside food and beverages are permitted. However, alcohol is strictly prohibited. Anyone caught bringing alcohol into the arena will be banned for the remainder of the season. Tobacco products, including vaping devices, are also prohibited.
Equipment and Game Operations
- No food or beverages are allowed in the player or penalty boxes, except water. Tobacco products are strictly prohibited.
- MAHA coaches and parents are responsible for operating the scoreboard during games. The Event Center will provide training before the first rental of the season.
- MAHA coaches and parents may use the Event Center's public address (PA) system for announcements and music but must follow the sound levels preset by the Event Center. Training will be provided before the first rental of the season. Access to the sound booth on the concourse level is prohibited.
Prohibited Areas and Activities
Failure to follow these restrictions could affect MAHA's ability to rent the facility in the future.
The following areas are off-limits to MAHA players, coaches, families, and spectators:
- MSU areas, including the trophy room, training rooms, locker rooms, and offices.
- Loading dock.
- Private events taking place during MAHA rentals, including weddings, conventions, and concerts.
- Suites on the third-floor concourse level and fourth floor above Sections 300–305.
- Concession stands.
- Press box areas near Sections 203 and 217.
- Seating areas outside Sections 200–205.
Ice Resurfacing Safety
Players and coaches are strictly prohibited from entering the ice while resurfacing is taking place. Players may enter the ice only after the Zamboni doors have been fully closed.
Facility Damage and Vandalism
Vandalism of any kind will not be tolerated. Any damage to the facility or equipment beyond normal wear and tear may result in the following consequences, as outlined in the facility guidelines:
- Repair and/or replacement costs billed to MAHA.
- Ejection of the responsible team for the remainder of the season.
- A security officer being scheduled for the remainder of the season.
Thank You for Doing Your Part!
MAHA is fortunate to have access to quality facilities like the Mayo Clinic Health System Arena. Maintaining that relationship takes cooperation from our players, coaches, parents, and visiting teams.
Please treat the facility with respect, follow the posted guidelines, and remind others to do the same.
Thank you for helping us keep these facilities available for our hockey community.
Happy Hockey Season!
Mankato Area Hockey Association