2025 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship
9 - 25 May 2025.
We are thrilled to welcome you to Herning, where we again have the honor of being a host city for the IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship. For the second time, we have the opportunity to create unforgettable experiences for hockey fans from all over the world, and we look forward to delivering an exceptional hosting experience.
A historic sporting event in Denmark
Herning shares the hosting duties with Stockholm, where the final games will take place, but it’s in Herning that Danish fans will have the opportunity to see their national team in action. Ticket sales are expected to reach 150,000.
Accommodation
We have something for everyone, but remember to book your accommodation well in advance to ensure you can stay exactly where it suits your needs. Rooms fill up quickly when major events take place.
Event info
With 30 games scheduled at Jyske Bank Boxen and an expected ticket sale of 150,000, we promise an extraordinary sports celebration. The games in Herning will be held in Jyske Bank Boxen, just as in 2018. This multi-purpose arena hosts concerts, TV shows, and sports events, including swimming, volleyball, handball, tennis, equestrian events, and, of course, ice hockey. The arena can accommodate approximately 10,500 spectators for ice hockey. Ticket sales are in full swing.
Restaurants
Look forward to visiting the charming eateries, offering everything from light dishes to gourmet experiences.
See and experience
The only limit is your imagination, or perhaps your interests. See what you could have a go at, choose from the wide selection of great experiences on offer in the area. There will definitely be something to suit you and everyone you’re travelling with.
FAQ
Which bags are allowed on the grounds of the event?
For safety reasons, there are restrictions on which bags may be brought to the 2025 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship in Herning. The following bags are allowed:
• Backpacks and bags with maximum dimensions of 20 x 15 x 10 cm.
• Diaper bags, provided they are brought with a child.
Bags that do not comply with these rules cannot be brought into the arena. However, it will be possible to hand in your bag outside the entrances.
This is done to ensure a safe and secure experience for all guests.
Cloakroom etc. can be found inside the arrivals building (opens 2 hours before the first game, at the same time as the Official Fan Zone) and in Jyske Bank Boxen (opens 1 hour before the first game).