Edmonton Oilers fans in rival city Calgary are finding dedicated viewing hubs, particularly at Trolley 5 Restaurant and Brewery, as the Oilers make another Stanley Cup run against the Florida Panthers. Despite Calgary being home to the Flames, Oilers fans are flocking to bars, creating a 'springtime boom' for the local sports bar scene, partly attributed to surging Canadian patriotism amid U.S. tariffs.
Oilers fans find a home in Calgary bars as Edmonton takes another shot at the Cup
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Edmonton Oilers fans in rival city Calgary are finding dedicated viewing hubs, particularly at Trolley 5 Restaurant and Brewery, as the Oilers make another Stanley Cup run against the Florida Panthers. Despite Calgary being home to the Flames, Oilers fans are flocking to bars, creating a 'springtime boom' for the local sports bar scene, partly attributed to surging Canadian patriotism amid U.S. tariffs.
- 1 2004: Calgary Flames' Stanley Cup run
- 2 9 years ago (2016): Trolley 5 Restaurant and Brewery opened
- 3 Last year (2024): Stanley Cup finals, people lining up for tables as early as 3 p.m.
- 4 June 4, 2025 (Wednesday): Edmonton Oilers won Game 1 of Stanley Cup Final
- 5 Next few weeks: Stanley Cup Final continues
- Increased business for Calgary sports bars
- Creation of dedicated fan hubs
- Demonstration of inter-city sports rivalry and support
What: Edmonton Oilers fans gathering in Calgary bars, particularly Trolley 5, to support their team during the Stanley Cup Final against the Florida Panthers, despite Calgary being the home of the rival Flames.
When: Published June 5, 2025. Oilers won Game 1 on Wednesday (June 4, 2025, assuming publication on June 5). Trolley 5 opened nine years ago (2016). Flames' 2004 Stanley Cup run.
Where: Calgary, Alberta, specifically: Red Mile (17th Avenue), Trolley 5 Restaurant and Brewery, Side Street Pub and Eatery (Kensington neighbourhood). Edmonton, Alberta.
Why: Oilers are in the Stanley Cup Final, generating excitement and drawing fans, even in a rival city. Some attribute increased fan engagement to surging Canadian patriotism due to U.S. tariffs.
How: Oilers fans are congregating in specific bars in Calgary, which are accommodating them with Oilers-themed decor and events, leading to increased business for these establishments.