Spikin’ In the Street – Downtown Sand Volleyball Tournament-New Ulm

Spikin’ In the Street – Downtown Sand Volleyball Tournament

New Ulm, MN— Get ready to dig, spike, and dive at the third annual New Ulm Spikin’ in the Street Sand Volleyball Tournament – right in the heart of the historic downtown! On August 1-2, 2025, the streets of New Ulm will be transformed into a thrilling beach volleyball arena, where 88 teams from all over the region will compete for glory and bragging rights. This action-packed event is a summer highlight, bringing together athletes, sports enthusiasts, and community members of all ages. Last year we expanded into a second block and added four additional courts, bringing in 1300 tons of sand (70 dump trucks!) to transform the street! Spectators are welcome (bring your lawn chair)! There will be a DJ all day, a sandcastle area for kiddos, food vendors on site, and commemorative merchandise for sale. Gather your friends and join us for a day of sun-soaked excitement as we celebrate the spirit of sand volleyball in the heart of New Ulm. Mark your calendars and get ready to serve up some serious fun! The tournament will take place all day on Saturday, August 2nd, but join the pre-party in the sand on Friday, August 1st from 5-11pm.

Registration is closed, but the public is invited to enjoy the festivities and cheer on their favorite team. There are 4 divisions (A, B, C and Rec) with cash payouts for each division. Pool play will be followed by a single elimination tournament. There will be a DJ all day, a sandcastle area and bounce house for kiddos, food vendors on site, and commemorative merchandise for sale. Gather your friends and join us for a day of sun-soaked excitement as we celebrate the spirit of sand volleyball in the heart of New Ulm. Mark your calendars and get ready to serve up some serious fun! The tournament will take place all day on Saturday, August 2nd, but join the pre-party in the sand on Friday, August 1st from 5-11pm. New this year, the Rolling Thunder Wrestling Club will host a sand wrestling tournament on Friday night, August 1st, starting at 5pm. Friday will also include DJ Music and food trucks!

To learn more, visit newulm.com, or contact the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce at 507-233-4300 or chamber@newulm.com. This event is sponsored and planned by many local businesses. Funds raised at this event go towards promotion of New Ulm and the efforts of the New Ulm Business & Retail Association, a committee of the New Ulm Area Chamber of Commerce.