Battle of the Badges Charity Hockey Night Returns April 4, 2026

Cobourg, ON (March 11, 2026) – The Town of Cobourg is pleased to announce that the third annual Battle of the Badges charity hockey game will take place on Saturday, April 4, at the Cobourg Community Centre.

Mark your calendars and bring your friends and family for an evening of fun in support of a great cause. Proceeds from the event will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northumberland, an organization that has been changing lives through the power of mentorship.

The event promises entertainment for all ages, beginning with a pre-game Interactive Fan Zone. Fans can then cheer on the action as the Cobourg Fire Department takes on the Cobourg Police Service in an exciting charity hockey game.

Event Schedule – Cobourg Community Centre (750 D’Arcy Street):

• 5:00–6:30 p.m. – Interactive Fan Zone opens, sponsored by K9nine Security and New Amherst Homes. Enjoy face painting, mascots, games, and more. Stay tuned for additional exciting details.
• 7:00 p.m. – Ceremonial puck drop as the Cobourg Fire Department faces off against the Cobourg Police Service in an epic showdown at the Bowl arena.

This is a free event, with donations encouraged at the door. Fan Zone Sponsors include New Amherst Homes and K9nine Security. Intermission sponsors include KISS Contracting, Canadian Tire, Moffatt Bros. Roofing Ltd., and Oxygen Yoga and Fitness Cobourg. Thank you to our intermission and community sponsors, including media partner MBC Media, for supporting this event.

For updates and additional event details, follow Experience Cobourg on social media or visit ExperienceCobourg.ca/BofB.