The 2027 AHL All-Star Classic includes the AHL All-Star Skills Competition on Sunday February 7, 2027followed by the Induction and awards ceremony of the AHL Hall of Fame on Monday February 8 and the AHL All-Star Challenge that evening.
“Cleveland is a mainstay among the historic cities of the American Hockey League, and the Monsters organization is one of our most successful franchises today,” Howson said. “We are excited to bring our showcase event to Rocket Arena and the city of Cleveland in 2027.”
Both the AHL All-Star Skills Competition and the AHL All-Star Challenge will take place on Rocket Arena in downtown Cleveland. Rocket Arena continues to be a catalyst for driving economic growth in downtown Cleveland and hosts major national events that bring energy and impact to the city – positively impacting the downtown economy and helping the city of Cleveland play host to numerous national events, including the 2022 NBA All-Star Game, the 2024 NCAA Women’s Final Four and most recently the 2025 Women’s National Team USA vs. Team Canada Hockey Rivalry Series.
Cleveland and the AHL All-Star Classic share a storied history with the city hosting the first event on February 3, 1942. The city’s hockey history also comes into play during the 1954 and 1957 All-Star Games, when the Cleveland Barons faced the AHL All-Stars as an opponent. This is Cleveland’s first time hosting the modern AHL All-Star Classic, which was first held in 1995.
“Cleveland has a proud and storied hockey tradition and it is fitting that in the midst of our 20th season, we celebrate the return of the AHL All-Star Classic to our city in 2027,” said Mike OstrowskiChairman of Cleveland Monsters. “Hosting an event of this magnitude is a true reflection of our passionate Monsters fans, whose incredible support has helped Cleveland lead the league for the past three years. We can’t wait to showcase Rocket Arena and our great city to the league, its top players, staff and Board of Directors.”
The historic Hotel Cleveland will serve as the official hotel of the AHL All-Star Classic, hosting top talent from around the league and fans visiting Cleveland. The unique location allows downtown Cleveland to shine in the All-Star spotlight and provides convenience for guests traveling between Hotel Cleveland and Rocket Arena via the indoor RTA Walkway, which will serve as the “Road to the All-Star Classic.”
“The City of Cleveland is proud to welcome the 2027 American Hockey League All-Star Classic,” said the Mayor of Cleveland Justin Bibb. “Hosting premier sporting events shows the world that Cleveland can deliver unforgettable experiences and is a city where sports, culture and community come together. Fans and residents will not only be able to enjoy hockey in the state-of-the-art Rocket Arena, but they will also experience the incredible amenities and vibrant neighborhoods that drive our region’s economy.”
The All-Star Pack presented by Hotel Cleveland guarantees fans tickets to both the All-Star Skills Competition and the All-Star Challenge, along with an exclusive 2027 Cleveland All-Star winter hat. The All-Star Pack starts at just $49 (plus fees) and is on sale now for a limited time. Individual tickets for the All-Star Skills Competition and Challenge will go on sale at a later date. Enthusiasts can come by clevelandmonster.com/allstar for more information about the event and tickets.
Monsters fans can also secure their spot at the 2027 AHL All-Star Classic by joining the Monsters Hockey Club (MHC) for the 2026-2027 season. By placing their initial payment of just $50 per seat or re-enrolling their current MHC membership, fans will guarantee seats to Sunday’s Skills Competition and Monday’s All-Star Challenge, along with an exclusive All-Star winter hat. Monsters Hockey Club members receive their preferred seats for every regular season game, access to exclusive events and gifts throughout the season. For more information about Monsters Hockey Club memberships, visit clevelandmonster.com/tickets/membership-comparison.
The AHL All-Star Skills Competition tests the league’s best players in seven events, including Hardest Shot, Fastest Skater and Accuracy Shooting. The AHL All-Star Challenge pits the league’s four divisions – Atlantic, North, Central and Pacific – against each other in a round-robin, three-on-three tournament.
The annual AHL All-Star Classic showcases the top young talent from the American Hockey League: since 1995, more than 94 percent of All-Star Classic participants have participated in the National Hockey League, including Yaroslav Askarov, Drake Batherson, Jordan Binnington, John Carlson, Brandt Clarke, Thatcher Demko, Lucas understood, Richer Evans, Jet Greaves, Thomas Harley, Connor Hellebuyck, Joel Hofer, Tristan Jarry, Jordan Kyrou, Jonathan Marchessault, Jacob Markstrom, JT Molenaar, Brandon Montour, William Nylander, Kyle Palmieri, Mikko Rantanen, Dylan Strome, Tyler Toffoli, Linus Ullmark, Dustin Wolf And Mats Zuccarello..
In operation since 1936, the American Hockey League serves as the premier development league for the players, coaches, managers, executives, broadcasters and staff of all 32 National Hockey League teams. Nearly 90 percent of current NHL players are graduates of the American Hockey League, and more than 100 honored members of the Hockey Hall of Fame have spent time in the AHL during their careers.
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