2026 Heartland Holiday Classic
Dec 18-20, 2026. Registration opens Aug 2026.
Welcome to Hockey In The Heartland. The Holiday Classic is a USA Hockey sanctioned tournament. We are a Stay & Play event. We strive to build competitive brackets so your team will have a memorable weekend and create lasting memories.
Request A Spot
Please complete the form to inquire about availabilty for your team. Brackets being hosted will be announced by the end of October.
Ages
10U-14U
All levels of play offered, brackets formed based on interest.
When
December 18-20, 2026
Games
4-Game Guarantee
10U: 12-minute periods
12U: 13-minute periods
14U: 14-minute periods
Fees
Not required until acceptance
10U: 1925.00
12U: 1980.00
14U: 2235.00
Where
Centene Community Ice Center
750 Casino Center Dr.
Maryland Heights, MO 63043
3-indoor rinks, 1 outdoor rink
Goggle Map
Ice Zone
5555 St. Louis Mills Blvd.
Hazelwood, MO 63042
1-indoor rink
FSI Shark Tank
6297 Lemay Ferry Rd
St. Louis, MO 63129
1-indoor rink
Hotel
This is a Stay and Play Tournmament. Please click on the pdf. file to book your lodging.
DoubleTree Westport: $159/night
Sheraton Westport Plaza: $165/night
Sheraton Westport Chalet: $159/night
Frequently Asked Questions
Games may start as early as 2pm on Friday.
All games will be completed no later than 5pm on Sunday.
Brackets will be announced by the end of October.
Tournament Apparel will be sold only at Centene Community Ice Center
Tournament Questions directed to: steve@icezonestl.com
Blues Ticket Discount
Enjoy discounted tickets to selected St. Louis Blues games during the 2025/26 season.
2026 12U Holiday Classic
Payment information will be emailed once your team is accpeted. Contact steve@icezonestl.com with any questions.
2026 14U Holiday Classic
Payment information will be emailed once your team is accpeted. Contact steve@icezonestl.com with any questions.
2026 10U Holiday Classic
Payment information will be emailed once your team is accpeted. Contact steve@icezonestl.com with any questions.