Chicago

January 22-24 Boys 9U, 10U, 11U, 12U, 13U, 14U AAA/AA, A, B Sanction # Coming Soon

Bring your game to the Windy City! Chicago is an incredible destination for your next hockey tournament. With a convenient location to the arena and hotels, a vibrant downtown with the “Magnificent Mile” with endless adventures, and the NHL's Chicago Blackhawks, there’s always something to do and explore. Stay right in the heart of the city, or within a couple of minutes from the Arena in Rosemont, close to the O’Hare airport. Your team will be talking about this trip long after the final buzzer.

Games are played at the brand-new Rosemont Ice Arena in Rosemont, Illinois. This facility has all the amenities under one roof including Hatty’s Sports bar and Supper club! Book your stay at one of our top Tournament Hotels to make the most of your visit, whether you’re enjoying a night out downtown, or having a team meal at one of the famous deep-dish pizzerias. Come see why Chicago is a bucket-list city for hockey lovers and adventurers alike!

Downtown Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$299.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$79.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$79.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

The per person price includes hotel, tournament, and gate fees for the weekend. Hotel fees, taxes, and gratuity are included. Hotel parking is not included. The per person occupancy fee is based on the number of adults and players in each room. Minors are free and do not affect occupancy. There are no additional fees for the event. Fees are in USD.

*One adult required per room.

**All non-playing minors 17 and under are free. Minors do not affect the occupancy. Minors stay with parent(s) in existing bed space.

For teams traveling a long distance, we suggest a Thursday arrival. Select additional night during checkout process.

Rosemont Package

	Price Per Player or Adult for the Weekend
Double Occupancy	$285.00*
Triple Occupancy	+$79.00*
Quad Occupancy	+$79.00*
Non-Playing Minor	Free**

Local Team Fee

	Local Team Fee
Local Team Fee	$2,500.00

This Local Team Fee is for teams that live within 60 miles of the tournament location. Rates are in US funds and are tax inclusive.

As a condition of acceptance, all out of town teams more than 60 miles from Chicago must reserve rooms and stay at one of our authorized hotels. Your families will conveniently make and pay for their hotel reservations right on the CAN/AM Hockey website.

For further explanation and a description of the properties please see the Pricing & What's Included/Out of Town Package tab in the navigation menu.

ages & playing levels

Squirt - 9U	Squirt - 10U	Peewee - 11U	Peewee - 12U
AAA/AA	AAA/AA	AAA/AA	AAA/AA
	A		A
	B		B

Bantam - 13U	Bantam - 14U
AAA/AA	AAA/AA
	A
	B

ages & playing levels

Squirt - 9U	Squirt - 10U
AAA/AA	AAA/AA
	A
	B

Peewee - 11U	Peewee - 12U
AAA/AA	AAA/AA
	A
	B

Bantam - 13U	Bantam - 14U
AAA/AA	AAA/AA
	A
	B

The CAN/AM Difference

The CAN/AM difference is clear! When you join the Challenge Cup, we handle all the details so you can focus on what really matters: having fun and enjoying incredible hockey. Last year, more than 1,400 teams and nearly 63,000 players, families, coaches, and friends took part in the Challenge Cup, and we want you to be part of the excitement this year!

We are dedicated to providing an unmatched experience both on and off the ice, with top-tier, state-of-the-art facilities and hotels. Why settle for anything less when CAN/AM offers so much more?

Unmatched Locations – The Challenge Cup takes you to more than just typical rink locations. Our carefully selected destinations offer not only top-notch hockey facilities but also exciting local attractions, family-friendly entertainment, and a variety of dining and lodging options, making each event a memorable experience for everyone involved.

First-Class Tournament Experience – We take care of all the logistics, so you can focus on enjoying the tournament.

Easy Online Registration and Account Management – With simple online registration and reservations, both team representatives and families can get everything set up quickly and conveniently.

We pioneered the concept of exceptional customer service in tournaments. Our goal is to ensure you and your team have a fantastic experience, from start to finish.

Guaranteed 4 Tournament Games – Every team is guaranteed four games, with the top four teams in each division advancing to the Medal Game.

Competitive Divisions – We ensure divisions are carefully placed based on age, strength, geography, history, and experience, so your team gets the perfect competition.

With over 55 years of experience in organizing youth and adult tournaments, CAN/AM is run by tournament professionals who are always here to support you – before, during, and after your event – ensuring you have the best hockey experience in North America!

Tournament Info

Welcome to the CAN/AM Challenge Cup in exciting Chicago, Illinois! Get ready for the ultimate tournament experience. We’ve put together everything you need to know about the event and what to expect in this vibrant city, so you can focus on having a fun and unforgettable hockey weekend!

The Tournament headquarters will be located in the lobby of the Rosemont Ice Arena. Here, you’ll find standings, locker room assignments, souvenirs, and the friendly CAN/AM staff ready to assist. Tournament Central is where your Team Rep will check in before your first game, receive important instructions, and pick up special player souvenirs for each participant.

All games will be played at Rosemont Ice Arena in Rosemont. Your game schedule will be available one week before the tournament starts. Each team is guaranteed four games, with play beginning on Friday at 8:00 AM. After the round-robin matches, the top four teams in each division will head into the Medal Championship games on Sunday. By Saturday night, the Medal matchups for each division will be set. Will your team make it to the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal Games on Sunday morning? The Medal Games will be completed by late afternoon.

Gold, Silver, and Bronze CAN/AM Championship medals will be awarded to each player in every division. The Gold Medal teams will also receive a Challenge Cup Championship plaque and a special Gold Medal CAN/AM banner to proudly hang in their home arena.

Throughout the weekend, our dedicated CAN/AM staff will be available to help with anything you need. Whether it’s answering questions, offering recommendations, or just providing assistance, we’re here to ensure your team has an amazing time, both on and off the ice. Our goal is to provide the best possible hockey experience, and that’s why so many teams return year after year.

We look forward to hosting your team in Chicago, where the fun never stops!

Tournament Sanctioning

The Challenge Cup is a USA Hockey sanctioned tournament. USA Hockey rules will be followed with additional CAN/AM tournament rules. Once you register, a copy of the CAN/AM rules will be available for review. US teams must provide a signed Official USA Hockey Roster 60 days prior to the tournament (some states also require a Travel Permit). Canadian teams must submit the required Travel Permit and Official Hockey Roster issued by their governing body (i.e. GTHL, OMHA, Hockey Quebec, etc). No team will be allowed to participate in the tournament without submitting this information.

Directions

Please use our interactive map to explore the greater Chicago area and to get venue addresses.