
In person at the Mall of America Huntington Bank Rotunda
Virtually via Zoom
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Join the fun at AuSM’s annual Jigsaw Puzzle Competition—Minnesota’s largest autism-friendly puzzle event! Held in the iconic Huntington Bank Rotunda at Mall of America, this exciting competition brings together puzzle lovers of all ages and skill levels for a day of teamwork, strategy, and spirited community connection.
Whether you’re a seasoned puzzler or just looking for a fun family activity, this event has something for everyone. And this year, we’re adding a new twist—teams can raise funds to support AuSM as another way to show off their puzzle pride and amplify their impact.
Divisions
All teams will complete a 500-piece puzzle. Each division has a unique design.
- 🧩 2-Person Division
8:30–10:30 a.m. | $50 per team - 🧩 4-Person Division (Beginner or Advanced)
11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | $60 per team - 🧩 Free-For-All Division
1:30–3:30 p.m. | $60 per team
Any number of puzzlers—compete solo or as a team of 2, 3, or 4!
Beginner vs. Advanced: Which 4-Person Division is Right for You?
The 4-Person Division is split into two categories to help keep the competition fun and fair for everyone:
- Beginner Division: Perfect for families, casual puzzlers, or anyone who wants a low-pressure, fun-focused experience. If your team is newer to puzzling, enjoys doing puzzles together at home, or is participating mainly for the experience and connection—this is your spot!
- Advanced Division: This division is designed for competitive puzzlers who are in it to win it. If your team has placed in past AuSM competitions or participated in other formal puzzle contests, we ask that you register for the Advanced Division. Let’s keep the competition exciting and equitable for everyone involved!
Fundraise with Your Team: Piece Together a Better Future
This year, we’re adding a powerful new way to support the autism community: team fundraising! In addition to registering for the competition, you and your team can create a personalized fundraising page to help raise critical funds for AuSM. Every dollar you raise supports autistic individuals and families through vital programs like:
- Social and recreation programs that help autistic youth and adults build community and confidence
- Mental health services from therapists trained to work with autistic clients
- Support groups and advocacy resources for parents, caregivers, and self-advocates
- Culturally responsive outreach to underserved and underrepresented communities
- Trainings that make Minnesota schools, workplaces, and healthcare systems more autism-friendly

Become a Sponsor
Putting it together live and virtually, September 27, 2025!
- Teams will compete in multiple competitions in person and virtually via Zoom in their own spaces during this all ages and abilities challenge.
- Dollars raised support programs and services for the local autism community.
- Sponsors will receive recognition at the in-person event and in the virtual Zoom rooms and will be featured on the rules sheet distributed with each puzzle.