Tahoe Memorial Cup (Lake Tahoe Hockey Tournament)

The Tahoe Memorial Cup turns Lake Tahoe into a Memorial Day Weekend rally point for youth hockey families, with games split between the Tahoe Blue Event Center in Stateline and the Tahoe Ice Arena. You are close to the shoreline, casino dining, and trailheads, so your off-ice hours can be as dialed in as your game schedule. Boys teams compete across divisions from 9U through 18U, drawing clubs from across North America to one of the country’s most striking rink backdrops.

You can expect a high-energy, professional tournament setup, with each team guaranteed a minimum of four games over the holiday weekend. Scores and standings are posted online in real time, and first and second place finishers take home cups and medals. Spectator seating is available at both venues, though viewing areas can vary by division, so plan to arrive early and confirm where your group should settle in.

Between matchups, swap skates for sneakers and lean into the Sierra routine: lakeside walks, scenic overlooks, and quick beach resets before the next puck drop. We suggest arriving at the Tahoe Blue Event Center at least 45 minutes early to handle equipment and seating, then dressing in layers since rink temps stay cold while May sun can warm up fast outdoors. Parking at the event center can be tight, so walking from Stateline hotels or using local transit often saves time, and you should also plan for heavy traffic between South Lake Tahoe and Stateline throughout the weekend.

Most participants stay in Stateline or South Lake Tahoe to stay close to the primary rinks, with options ranging from large resorts to vacation rentals near the lakefront. The tournament follows a mandatory stay to play policy, so book through the official travel partner to stay compliant and avoid last-minute issues. Team entry fees typically run $2050 to $2500 by age group, multi-team discounts are commonly offered for organizations bringing three or more teams, and any schedule changes are pushed through the online scoring platform and mobile alerts. You will also see division-level honors beyond team hardware, including goalie awards and MVP selections.