Fire Bolt is a USA Hockey-sanctioned youth ice hockey tournament hosted by Big Bear Tournaments in Ann Arbor, Michigan, December 4–6, 2026. The event welcomes 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U/JV, and 18U/HS divisions at B, A, and AA levels, with each team guaranteed four games, including a championship or consolation game. Teams should review the tournament’s stay-to-play hotel requirements, game formats, and registration information before participating.

Big Bear Tournaments Fire Bolt - Ann Arbor, MI

Our Mission: To host youth hockey tournaments throughout North America that provide competitive divisions to teams of all skill levels and create the best tournament experience at an exceptional value.

Big Bear Tournaments

Bringing together top talent, passionate fans, and high school hockey teams for an unforgettable showcase of skill, sportsmanship, and pride. We are here to promote the love of the game and grow the sport of hockey in West Michigan.

West Michigan Hockey Showcase

Looking for overnight accommodations while in the area? Check out the hotels tab for additional information!

Coulee Region “FROST” Holiday Invitational

TOURNAMENT PLAY

Tournament is for AA, A, B, BB teams

9U to 18U

Minor Divisions available

Also offering Non Contact Divisions from 14U to 18U A, BB      

ALL TEAMS ARE GUARANTEED 4 GAMES

NO GATE FEES

TOURNAMENT STARTS Friday Dec 18 @ 9am & ends Sunday Dec 20 @ 5pm 

ALL GAMES TAKE PLACE AT:  All games played at Northtown Center (4 Ice Pads) in Buffalo, NY & Buffalo Riverworks (2 Outdoor Covered Rinks)

9U - 14U      (3 x 13 min periods)

15U - 18U     (3 x 15 min periods) 

The Northtown Center at Amherst, formerly the Amherst Ice Center and the Amherst Pepsi Center, is a 4 Pad Arena with a 1,800-seat multipurpose arena in Amherst, New York, located adjacent to the University at Buffalo

Buffalo Christmas Classic

We are a full time Hockey Tournament Company that specializes in Full service, professionally operated Hockey Tournaments for Men, Women & Youth of all skill and age levels.

Weekend Hockey Tournaments

TOURNAMENT PLAY

Tournament is for A, BB, Select, MD teams.

U10 to U13 A, BB (all non-contact)

U14BB/A to U18 BB/A (non-contact)

U14 to U18 A (body contact)

U7MD, U8MD, U9MD, U9 Select

ALL U9 teams play FULL ICE.

ALL TRAVEL REP/ TEAMS GUARANTEED 4 GAMES

ALL SELECT TEAMS GUARANTEED 3 GAMES

NO GATE FEES

U7 - U9 teams December 27th-28th (2 games per day)

U10 - U13 teams December 27th-29th

U14 - U18 teams December 278h-30th

ALL GAMES played at Hespeler Memorial Arena, Galt Arena, Cambridge Sports Park, Preston Arena 

All arenas are within 5-15 min of each other

60th Annual Hespeler Olympics Hockey Tournament

Get ready, hockey fans! The 2026 Great Lakes Invitational is coming back to Grand Rapids, MI, on December 29th and 30th 2026, and it promises to be an electrifying showcase of college ice hockey excellence. Held at the Van Andel Arena, this historic tournament gathers the region's top collegiate teams to battle it out on the ice for a holiday spectacular. With fierce rivalries and top-tier talent, this is the winter sports spectacle you won't want to miss! 

Great Lakes Invitational

Join us for the 26th Crabtown Showdown Youth Hockey Tournament!
• Location: Washington D.C. area/Maryland - Laurel, Bowie, and Odenton
• Levels: Travel B, A, AA, and House Select
• Ages: U8 – U14 co-ed, + High School
Unite for 3 days of great hockey. We build competitive divisions and fun through our on-ice Showdown Skills Event, and give each participant and family a memorable experience to savor for a lifetime.
What you get at a Showdown Tournament:
• 3 days of hockey
• 4 game guarantee
• Showdown Skill Event
• Showdown Skills medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd-place teams
• Pin Exchange
• Player Gift for all players
• Family-run, Experienced Tournament Staff
• Teams advancing to the championship game receive individual medals
Game Structure:
• 8U: Half Ice Games; Four 20-Min Period Games: Clock Stop Every 2 Minutes
• 10U-14U: Three 13-minute Clock Periods
• High School: Three 14-Minute Stop Clock Periods
With 36 years of hosting tournaments in the Washington D.C. area, Maryland, and Nashville, Tennessee, we are the go-to for your tournament weekend.
To Register and for More Information: https://showdowntournaments.com/crabtown-washington-dc/

26th Crabtown Showdown Tournament

Experience FUN and COMPETITIVE hockey at a Showdown Youth Hockey Tournament.
We aim to create an environment for all participants to unite for 3 days of great hockey. We build competitive divisions, and fun through our on-ice Showdown Skills Event, and give each participant and family a memorable experience to savor for a lifetime.

With over 30 years of hosting tournaments in the Washington D.C. area, Maryland, and Nashville, Tennessee, we are the go-to for your tournament weekend.
What you get at a Showdown Tournament:
3 days of hockey
4 game guarantee
Showdown Skills Event – a fun and exhilarating on ice skills event
Pin Exchange
Player Souvenir
Family-run, Experienced Tournament Staff

We believe in promoting an enjoyable environment where players can develop and show off their love for the game. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or it’s your first year, we've got a spot for you at our tournaments.

So come on out and join us for some non-stop hockey action, complete with thrilling games, our on-ice skills event, pin exchange, exciting competition, and plenty of laughs along the way. At Showdown Hockey Tournaments, we're all about making the game we love more fun than ever before!


Showdown Hockey Tournaments, LLC.

High School
Join us for the 26th Crabtown Showdown Youth Hockey Tournament!
• Location: Washington D.C. area/Maryland - Laurel, Bowie, and Odenton
• Levels: Prep/Varisity
• Ages: High School
Unite for 3 days of great hockey. We build competitive divisions and fun through our on-ice Showdown Skills Event, and give each participant and family a memorable experience to savor for a lifetime.
What you get at a Showdown Tournament:
• 3 days of hockey
• 4 game guarantee
• Showdown Skill Event
• Showdown Skills medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd-place teams
• Pin Exchange
• Player Gift for all players
• Family-run, Experienced Tournament Staff
• Teams advancing to the championship game receive individual medals
Game Structure:
• High School: Three 14-Minute Stop Clock Periods
With 36 years of hosting tournaments in the Washington D.C. area, Maryland, and Nashville, Tennessee, we are the go-to for your tournament weekend.
To Register and for More Information: https://showdowntournaments.com/crabtown-washington-dc-2/ 


26th Crabtown Showdown High School Tournament 

TOURNAMENT PLAY

Tournament is for U10-U11 TEAMS ONLY

AA, A, B, HL/LL, Select

ALL TEAMS ARE GUARANTEED 4 GAMES

NO GATE FEES

Tournament starts Friday 8am & ends Sunday 6pm

ALL GAMES played at State-of-The-Art Facilities.  Healthy Planet Arena (2 rinks), Kinsmen Arena (2 rinks), Peterborough Memorial Centre (Home Arena Peterborough Pete’s), Miskin Law Community Complex (2 rinks)

67th Annual Peterborough Lift Lock U10-U11 Tournament

TOURNAMENT PLAY

Tournament is for BB, B

U10 to U13 B (all non-contact)

U14 to U18 BB/A (non-contact)

ALL TEAMS ARE GUARANTEED 4 GAMES

NO GATE FEES

Tournament starts Friday 8am & ends Sunday 6pm

ALL GAMES played at State Of The Art Facilities. Moldmasters Sportsplex (4 rinks), Acton Arena & Community Centre (2 rinks), more rinks could be added at a later time.

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