HockeyFest is returning to downtown Windsor this spring.
The hockey tournament will be hosted by the musical duo The Reklaws. Proceeds will go to the Flo Walker Stardust Fund and mental health initiatives in Windsor.
“We are excited to partner with HockeyFest to welcome hundreds of players to Windsor to experience everything that our downtown has to offer. Sport plays an important role in tourism in our region, filling 13k+ hotel rooms each year, keeps our restaurants, attractions and sports venues busy, and helps solidify our place as a sought-after sports tourism destination” said Gordon Orr, the CEO of Tourism Windsor Essex Pelee Island.
The tournament will be held May 10 and May 11 at Festival Plaza.
Registration for the tournament is now open. Teams may consist of seven players of all ages. Each team is guaranteed four games. Each registered player will also receive a ticket to attend an evening concert hosted by The Reklaws, featuring Nate Haller and Griffin Palmer.
“We are thrilled for the City of Windsor to serve as the host community for HockeyFest this year. Downtown Windsor will be buzzing with excitement as another unforgettable event arrives in our community. Thank you to HockeyFest and the Reklaws for bringing the world’s largest street hockey festival to Windsor and for the work you’re doing to raise money for mental health initiatives both nationally and locally, to support folks in need," said Windsor Mayor Drew Dilkens.
For more info visit www.hockeyfestgameon.com.