The Minnesota Forge will begin its inaugural Major League Volleyball (MLV) season in January 2027. The new professional women’s volleyball team opens its campaign with two road matches before hosting the Grand Rapids Rise in its first home game on January 16 at Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
The 2027 Minnesota Forge schedule features 26 regular-season matches, including 13 home games and 13 away fixtures. The team will face opponents from both the Eastern and Western Conferences during its first season, with matchups against clubs such as the Los Angeles Thunder, Vegas Thrill, Dallas Pulse, Omaha Supernovas, and Grand Rapids Rise.
This page covers the complete Minnesota Forge schedule for 2027, including dates, opponents, venues, game times, home and away fixtures, and TV information. All times are shown in Eastern Time (ET). Games without confirmed start times or broadcast details are marked TBA.
2027 Minnesota Forge Schedule Overview
The 2027 campaign is a historic first season for Minnesota Forge. The franchise will represent Minnesota in the expanded 12-team Major League Volleyball competition and play its home matches at Grand Casino Arena in downtown Saint Paul.
- First regular-season game: January 7, 2027, at Los Angeles Thunder
- Home opener: January 16, 2027, vs. Grand Rapids Rise
- Final regular-season game: April 24, 2027, at Omaha Supernovas
- Total regular-season matches: 26
- Home matches: 13
- Away matches: 13
- Home venue: Grand Casino Arena, Saint Paul, Minnesota
- League: Major League Volleyball (MLV)
Minnesota begins its season with a two-match road trip to California and Nevada. The Forge then returns to Saint Paul for its home opener against Grand Rapids Rise.
Complete Minnesota Forge 2027 Schedule
The table below includes all 26 regular-season games in chronological order. Times are displayed in Eastern Time. The February 4 Dallas fixture and March 3 Vegas fixture are shown using their Eastern Time dates, which differ from the UTC calendar dates used in the league’s schedule listing.
Minnesota Forge Home Schedule 2027
Minnesota Forge will play 13 home matches at Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul. The home opener is scheduled for January 16 against Grand Rapids Rise, giving Minnesota fans their first opportunity to watch the new franchise compete on its home court.
The home schedule includes matchups against Orlando, NorCal, Indy, Vegas, Columbus, Atlanta, Los Angeles, Dallas, Omaha, and DC Flight.
Minnesota Forge Away Schedule 2027
The Forge will play 13 road matches during its inaugural season. Its away schedule includes trips to Anaheim, Henderson, Grand Rapids, Frisco, Omaha, Washington, Orlando, Fishers, Columbus, Atlanta, and San Jose.
The season begins with consecutive road games against Los Angeles Thunder and Vegas Thrill. Minnesota also has important away matchups against Western Conference opponents, including Dallas, Omaha, and NorCal.
Minnesota Forge Schedule 2027 by Month
The 2027 Minnesota Forge schedule runs from January through April. January features seven matches, followed by seven games in February, six in March, and six in April.
January 2027
Minnesota begins its first season with two road matches. The Forge visits Los Angeles on January 7 and Vegas on January 10 before returning to Saint Paul for its home opener against Grand Rapids Rise on January 16.
The team also hosts Orlando and NorCal before visiting Grand Rapids on January 28. January concludes with a home match against Indy Ignite on January 31.
February 2027
February is another busy month, with seven fixtures. Minnesota hosts Vegas, Columbus, Atlanta, and Los Angeles at Grand Casino Arena. The team also travels to Dallas and Omaha.
The February 4 matchup at Dallas is listed at 8:00 PM ET. This is the Eastern Time calendar date corresponding to the league’s February 5 UTC listing.
March 2027
Minnesota has six matches in March. The month begins with a road game at Vegas on March 3, followed by a home matchup against Dallas on March 8.
The Forge then visits Orlando on March 13 before returning home to face Omaha on March 18. Two additional road games follow against Indy Ignite and Columbus Fury on March 21 and March 24.
April 2027
The final month of the regular season includes six matches. Minnesota travels to Atlanta on April 4 before hosting DC Flight, Dallas Pulse, and Los Angeles Thunder.
The Forge then travels to NorCal Rumble on April 18 and closes its regular-season schedule against Omaha Supernovas on April 24.
Minnesota Forge Game Times and TV Schedule
Most game times and broadcast details for the 2027 Minnesota Forge season have not yet been announced. The official MLV schedule release states that match times and broadcast information will be provided at a later date.
The supplied schedule includes these confirmed Eastern Time listings:
- February 4 at Dallas Pulse — 8:00 PM ET
- March 3 at Vegas Thrill — 9:30 PM ET
- March 13 at Orlando Valkyries — 2:00 PM ET
The February 4 and March 3 dates reflect Eastern Time conversions from the league’s UTC listings. TV networks and streaming platforms are still to be confirmed.
Fans should check the official Minnesota Forge and MLV schedule pages for updates before each match.
Minnesota Forge Home Venue: Grand Casino Arena
Grand Casino Arena in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota, will serve as the home venue for the Minnesota Forge. The arena is also home to the NHL’s Minnesota Wild and the PWHL’s Minnesota Frost.
The venue will host the Forge’s inaugural home opener on January 16 against Grand Rapids Rise. Minnesota will play all 13 of its designated home matches at Grand Casino Arena during the 2027 regular season.
The arena is managed by Saint Paul Arena Company, an affiliate of Minnesota Sports & Entertainment.
Minnesota Forge 2027 Tickets
Season tickets for the inaugural Minnesota Forge season are on sale through the team’s official ticket channels. The team’s October 30 schedule announcement also outlined a home-opener ticket presale for full-season ticket members beginning November 5, with public sales for the January 16 home opener scheduled to begin November 9 at 10 a.m.
Single-game tickets for other home matches were not yet available in the announcement. Fans can check the official Minnesota ticket page for current availability, seating information, and updates.
Official ticket information: https://mlvb.com/minnesota-tickets
For ticket questions, the team lists tickets@minnesotaforge.com and the phone number (833) MN-FORGE.
About Minnesota Forge
Minnesota Forge is Minnesota’s professional women’s volleyball team and a member of Major League Volleyball. The franchise was previously known as MLV Minnesota during its development before revealing the Minnesota Forge name and identity in August 2026.
The team is owned by Minnesota Sports & Entertainment, the organization behind the Minnesota Wild and other sports and entertainment properties. The franchise will begin competition in January 2027 and play its home matches at Grand Casino Arena.
Minnesota Forge Coaching Staff
Pedro Mendes was named the franchise’s first General Manager and Head Coach. He previously worked as an assistant coach at the University of Minnesota and has professional coaching experience in Sweden and Turkey.
The coaching staff also includes assistant coach Guilherme Schmitz, who was announced in October 2026. Schmitz has experience coaching at club and national-team levels, including work with the Colombian national team.
Other members of the team’s volleyball operations staff include assistant coach CC McGraw and strength and conditioning coach Kameron Johnson.
Major League Volleyball 2027 Format
The 2027 MLV season will feature 12 teams divided into two conferences. Minnesota Forge competes in the Western Conference alongside Dallas Pulse, Los Angeles Thunder, NorCal Rumble, Omaha Supernovas, and Vegas Thrill.
The Eastern Conference includes Atlanta Vibe, Columbus Fury, DC Flight, Grand Rapids Rise, Indy Ignite, and Orlando Valkyries.
Each team will play 26 regular-season matches, consisting of 13 home games and 13 road games. Every team will face all 11 other league opponents at least twice during the regular season, with additional matchups against conference opponents completing the schedule.
FAQs
When does Minnesota Forge start its 2027 season?
Minnesota Forge begins its inaugural MLV season on January 7, 2027, with an away match against Los Angeles Thunder at Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
When is the Minnesota Forge home opener?
The team’s first home match is scheduled for January 16, 2027, against Grand Rapids Rise at Grand Casino Arena in Saint Paul, Minnesota.
How many games are on the Minnesota Forge 2027 schedule?
Minnesota has 26 regular-season matches in 2027, including 13 home games and 13 away fixtures.
Where does Minnesota Forge play its home matches?
Minnesota Forge plays its home matches at Grand Casino Arena in downtown Saint Paul, Minnesota.
Who is the Minnesota Forge head coach?
Pedro Mendes is the team’s General Manager and Head Coach. He was appointed to lead the franchise ahead of its inaugural 2027 season.
What time do Minnesota Forge games start?
Most start times are still TBA. The supplied schedule currently lists February 4 at Dallas at 8:00 PM ET, March 3 at Vegas at 9:30 PM ET, and March 13 at Orlando at 2:00 PM ET.
What TV channel broadcasts Minnesota Forge games?
The broadcast schedule has not yet been fully announced. TV and streaming information will be added when MLV confirms its coverage arrangements.
Who are Minnesota Forge’s Western Conference opponents?
Minnesota’s Western Conference opponents are Dallas Pulse, Los Angeles Thunder, NorCal Rumble, Omaha Supernovas, and Vegas Thrill.
When does Minnesota Forge play its final regular-season game?
Minnesota is scheduled to close its 2027 regular season on April 24, 2027, against Omaha Supernovas at CHI Health Center in Omaha, Nebraska.
Final Thoughts
The Minnesota Forge 2027 schedule marks the beginning of professional women’s volleyball for the new Saint Paul franchise. With 26 regular-season matches, 13 home games at Grand Casino Arena, and road contests across the country, the inaugural campaign gives Minnesota volleyball fans plenty to follow.
The January 16 home opener against Grand Rapids Rise is an early highlight, while matchups against Dallas, Los Angeles, Vegas, and Omaha will be important fixtures throughout the season.
