Hockey Edmonton is thrilled to unveil the revamped and inaugural Hockey Edmonton - U13 AAA Oilers Cup Thanksgiving Classic Tournament taking place from October 10-14, 2024! This tournament marks the beginning of an exciting new tradition, offering top-tier competition and a unique opportunity for young athletes.

Watch the tournament via FloHockey, or follow along on IG and Twitter at @Oilers_Cup | #OilersCup

The stakes are high—the winning team will earn the chance to attend the prestigious Quebec International Pee-Wee Hockey Tournament (financial commitment required). This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience for young players to showcase their talent on a global stage!

Admission:

We invite you to join us for the U13 AAA Oilers Cup: Thanksgiving Classic! Admission is FREE for all spectators. To help those in need, we kindly ask you to bring along non-perishable food items to support Edmonton’s Food Bank. Here is a list of the food bank’s most needed items. Your generosity can make a difference in our community. Thank you for your support, and we look forward to seeing you there!

On-site Photography:

We are thrilled to have Rebecca Jane Photography on-site throughout the U13 AAA Oilers Cup Thanksgiving Classic to capture on-ice moments. Please click here for details on accessing photos of your player.

  • Please note: In order to ensure streamlined coverage and maintain the quality and integrity of the photographic documentation throughout the weekend, NO DSLR OR PROFESSIONAL CAMERAS WILL BE PERMITTED ONSITE. Please ensure this is communicated to avoid any issues prior to arriving at the arena. Cell phones of course are fully permitted and encouraged.

Other Event Details:

Every team in the tournament is guaranteed five full-length games, with all matchups happening at Bill Hunter Arena (9200 163 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5R 0A7).

We’re also proud to use this tournament to support and promote the new U13 AAA pilot model. The October 10-14 weekend has been blacked-out in the AEHL schedule to ensure full participation and make this event the highlight of the season. Our goal is to create an attractive opportunity that keeps talented players in our programs and league. For more event details, click here.

We can’t wait to host your team in Edmonton and kick off what promises to be an extraordinary tournament. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to reach out at office@hockeyedmonton.ca.