Jigsaw Puzzle Competition
September 28, 2024
In person at the Mall of America Huntington Bank Rotunda
Virtually via Zoom
Presented by AuSM Premier Partner
Our 2024 AuSM Puzzle Competition was held on September 28, an exciting event that brought together puzzle enthusiasts of all ages and skill levels for a day of fun, teamwork, and friendly competition. All in-person competitions were sold out, and the virtual competitions included teams from California, Connecticut, Indiana, Iowa, Georgia, Kansas, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Wisconsin.
To see the complete results of all in-person and virtual divisions, click here to download the Excel file.
The competition included an autism resources fair in the Huntington Bank Rotunda and an exciting live audience to cheer on our puzzling teams. This event helps raise awareness and funds for the Autism Society of Minnesota, supporting individuals with autism and their families.
Divisions
All divisions completed a 500-piece puzzle, and each division had a unique puzzle. Many puzzlers chose to add on a VIP registration: for a $20 donation to AuSM, they received a $25 gift card to Games by James!
- 8:30-10:30 a.m. 2-Person Division
- 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 4-Person Division, beginner and advanced options
- 1:30-3:30 p.m. Free-For-All Division
- This division can be any number of people! Compete solo or as a team of 2, 3, or 4.
View a social narrative for the event here.
NEW in 2024: Puzzle Swap
Puzzlers were encouraged to bring puzzles they’ve already completed to swap with other puzzlers! This is a great way to build community and try out some new puzzles for free.