Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend

A GTHL tradition continues as Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend returns on Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25 to kick off the 2026-27 season. The festival will take place at NFP Athletic Centre.

DATE: Saturday, October 24 and Sunday, October 25

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WHERE: NFP Athletic Centre (989 Murray Ross Pkwy, North York)

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About The Event

The Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend returns this October to kick off the 2026-27 season in celebrate of the game we love. Following the events in 2024 and 2025 that brought together more than 130 teams for two days of competition, prizes, and family fun, this year’s festival promises even more excitement on and off the ice.

From memorable game-day moments to Esso’s signature medals, the weekend is all about showcasing the passion and spirit of hockey across every age and level. With Esso leading the way, Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend will once again bring the hockey community together to celebrate the start of another unforgettable season.

Check out sights and sounds from the 2025 Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend

Sebastian Fazio | Coordinator, Events
Phone: (416) 636-6845 Ext. 233
Email: [email protected]

For sponsorship inquiries, please contact:

Shaun Filippelli | Manager, Business Development
Phone: (416) 636-6845 Ext. 232
Email: [email protected]

EVENT SPONSORS

2026 Esso GTHL Puck Drop Weekend Schedule

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	OUTDOOR GAMES
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	TRIVIA EVERY HALF HOUR
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	HOCKEY HALL OF FAME TROPHY DISPLAY
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	FREE CUSTOM HOCKEY CARD BOOTH
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	PRIZE MACHINE
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM	COACH JEREMY APPEARANCE
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM	JAKE MUZZIN AUTOGRAPH SESSION
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM	KYLE CLIFFORD AUTOGRAPH SESSION
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM	KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR CARLTON THE BEAR!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	OUTDOOR GAMES
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	TRIVIA EVERY HALF HOUR
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	HOCKEY HALL OF FAME TROPHY DISPLAY
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	FREE CUSTOM HOCKEY CARD BOOTH
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM	PRIZE MACHINE
12:00 AM – 1:00 PM	MAX DOMI AUTOGRAPH SESSION
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM	DOUG GILMOUR AUTOGRAPH SESSION
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM	WENDEL CLARK AUTOGRAPH SESSION
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM	KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR CARLTON THE BEAR!