Puzzle Palooza - April 25, 2026

Schedule

Sat, 25 Apr, 2026 at 08:30 am

UTC-05:00

Location

Monticello Community Center | Monticello, MN

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Team Structure
Quad Teams: Up to four members competing on a 500-piece or 1000-piece puzzle. $50 per team
Quad Teams Advanced: Up to four members competing on a 1000-piece puzzle. These teams will consist of your more experienced puzzle competition puzzlers. If you have competed on a State, National or World level competition or have taken first place at one of our competitions please register for this division. $50 per team
Pairs Teams: Up to two members tackling a 350-piece puzzle. $40 per team
Family Quad Teams: Up to four members (adults or youth) competing on a 500-piece puzzle.$50 per team
NEW!!!!!!! Added Session for the youth participants!!!!
Youth Pairs with a Plus 1
This division is designed for two youth puzzlers (ages 15 & under) and one adult teammate. It’s the perfect way for kids to learn the excitement of speed puzzling while having the guidance and support of an adult by their side.
Together, your trio will take on a 350-piece family puzzle, building teamwork, confidence, and speed along the way. The focus is on learning, encouragement, and fun—making it a great entry point into the world of competitive puzzling while still enjoying the family-friendly spirit of Puzzle Palooza.
Teams that finish the fastest will earn awards for first, second, and third place. Gather your friends or family for a fun day of competitive puzzling!
Registration:
The fee is per team; only one person from each team needs to register.

Speed Puzzle Workshop Details
Join us for an individual session focused on techniques and strategies to enhance your puzzle-solving skills. After the workshop, you'll have the opportunity to choose a puzzle to take home, allowing you to practice your newly acquired skills or apply them in one of the competitions throughout the day.
What to Expect:
Learn key techniques to boost your puzzle-solving speed and accuracy.
Engage in hands-on practice with various puzzle types featured in competitions.
Receive personalized guidance from experienced puzzle enthusiasts.
Connect with fellow puzzlers in a supportive atmosphere to build confidence and sharpen your skills.
Who Can Attend:
Anyone passionate about puzzles looking to challenge themselves.
Puzzle enthusiasts eager to improve their speed and accuracy.
Curious minds wanting to explore the competitive puzzling world.
Don’t miss out on this chance to elevate your puzzle-solving skills! Space is limited, so register early to secure your spot!
Event Agenda
8:30 - 9:30 AM
Speed Puzzle Workshop
9:30 - 10:00 AM
Check-In Puzzlers
1st Session (10:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
Quads: 500-piece puzzle
Pairs: 350-piece puzzle
2nd Session (1:30 PM - 3:30 PM)
Quads:
Standard 500-piece puzzle
Advanced 1000-piece puzzle
Family 500-piece puzzle
Pairs: (Any age) 350-piece puzzle
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Monticello Community Center, 505 Walnut Street,Monticello, Minnesota, United States

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