Bringing communities together on the ice since 2010
The Best Damn
Pond Hockey
Tournament in the USA
Hockey in its root form. 24 rinks on a frozen mountain lagoon, benefiting local charities and creating memories that last a lifetime.
Next Tournament
February 12–14, 2027
President's Day Weekend · Friday–Sunday
17+
Years Running
24
Outdoor Rinks
0
Cancellations Ever
$60
Per Team to Charity
Our Mission
Hockey in its
root form
There is absolutely nothing like the sound of hockey sticks clashing against each other, pucks hitting the wooden boards, skates carving through the ice, and the smell of woodsmoke in the cold mountain air.
If you grew up playing hockey outdoors, those senses likely bring back some great memories. We miss those memories — that is why we bring you The Colorado Pond Hockey Tournament.
Our goal is never to be the “largest” tournament in the world — our goal is to be the BEST. By limiting the amount of teams each year, we focus on the players, creating memories that'll last a lifetime.
17+
Years of Memories
The Atmosphere
More Than a Tournament
Three days of outdoor hockey, live music, community fundraising, and the kind of camaraderie that only happens on mountain ice.
The Camaraderie
The Party
The Setting
Giving Back
Hockey With a Purpose
Every team that plays contributes to our community. With a $60 per team charitable donation collected at check-in, the tournament directly benefits local and national organizations.
CO NHL Alumni Association
100% of VIP registration fees support former NHL players giving back to the community.
Boy & Girl Scouts of America
Helping develop the next generation of leaders through our tournament partnerships.
Rotary International
Supporting local and global communities through service and fellowship.
Community Stories
Voices From the Ice
“This is always the highlight of our team's season, and somehow it keeps getting better every year!”
“We didn't know what to expect. We had never done anything like this, except for when we were kids. Amazing! The night games were fun and the APRES ICE party with all the other teams was cool.”
“This was by far the most fun our men's team has had playing hockey in years. It's definitely worth scheduling the Pabst tournament into our season!”
Our Journey
17+ Years of Impact
2010
First tournament on Georgetown Lagoon
2015
Featured on The Today Show
2018
Expanded to 24 rinks with real wood boards
2022
Hundreds of teams, zero cancellations
2027
17+ years strong — the tradition continues
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