Event Calendar
EXHIBITION EVENTS
BASKETBALL HALL OF FAME EXHIBITION GAME
Get ready for an exciting day of college basketball at Mohegan Sun! The Basketball Hall of Fame proudly presents 2 thrilling exhibition games on Monday, October 13. The day begins with a women's matchup between UConn and Boston College in the early afternoon, followed by a men's matchup between UConn and Boston College later in the evening. Don’t miss this showcase of top-tier talent and competitive spirit in Uncasville, CT. Click "learn more" for full event details.
COLLEGE BASKETBALL EVENTS
2025 HALL OF FAME COLLEGE SERIES
The Hall of Fame Series, which is owned and operated by Position Sports, is a collection of multi-game, singular events that will showcase several of the top collegiate basketball teams in exciting non-conference matchups played both domestically and abroad. In 2023, the Phoenix-based company and the Hall of Fame reached an exclusive 10-year agreement.
2025 AMICA INSURANCE basketball hall of fame tip-off
The 2025 Amica Insurance Basketball Hall of Fame Tip-Off will take place on Saturday, November 8, at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut. This annual doubleheader features top college basketball teams. Providence will face Virginia Tech in a marquee matchup, while George Washington takes on South Florida. With strong programs, energetic fanbases, and a lively venue, the event promises an exciting start to the college basketball season. Click “Learn More” for more details.
2025 AMICA INSURANCE Basketball Hall of Fame SHOWCASE
November 22, 2025 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
Don't miss out on the action-packed basketball event at Mohegan Sun on November 22, brought to you by the Basketball Hall of Fame. Cheer for your favorite teams as Penn State takes on Providence and Boston University faces off against Harvard University. Click "learn more" for details.
2025 Invesco QQQ Basketball Hall of Fame Women’s Showcase
November 21 & 23, 2025 | Mohegan Sun Arena, Uncasville, CT
Join us for an exciting Women’s College Basketball event at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, CT on November 21 and 23, 2025, hosted by the Basketball Hall of Fame, sponsored by Invesco QQQ. At this event, you’ll have the chance to cheer for the UConn Huskies, Utah Utes, Syracuse Orange, and Michigan Wolverines. Click "learn more" for details.
MGM Springfield Basketball Hall of Fame Classic presented by USA Recycling
December 10, 2025 | MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA
2025 Chris Paul HBCU Classic
The 2025 Chris Paul HBCU Classic tips off December 18 &19 at the Gateway Center in Atlanta, celebrating the rich tradition and talent of HBCU basketball. The event features two days of exciting matchups across Division I and II basketball. Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, Lincoln University, and Fayetteville State headline the DII bracket, while Jackson State, Norfolk State, Hampton University, and Grambling State battle it out in the DI field. With deep-rooted rivalries, passionate fanbases, and a vibrant atmosphere, this year’s Classic promises high-energy hoops and HBCU pride. Click “Learn More” for full game details.
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL EVENTS
2026 PANINI Hoophall WEST
January 1-3, 2026 | Skyline High School, Mesa, AZ
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame proudly presents the 2026 Panini Hoophall West, taking place from January 1 to January 3 at Skyline High School in Mesa, AZ. This electrifying showcase is now in its 13th year and is set to be bigger and better than ever.
This year, Panini Hoophall West features an epic eight-team tournament, a dynamic eight-team round-robin showcase and four thrilling Nike Elite Youth Scholastic League (EYSL) games spotlighting some of the nation’s top talent. Don’t miss your chance to witness high-octane basketball action and the future stars of the game in an unforgettable weekend of competition and excitement!
2026 PANINI Hoophall Invitational
January 17-18, 2026 | Springfield, MA
Join us in Springfield for the Basketball Hall of Fame Panini Hoophall Invitational, happening alongside the prestigious Panini Hoophall Classic! Witness the future of basketball as top high school teams from across New England compete in seven locations across the city. Hoophall Weekend will be bigger and better than ever before with more teams, more talent, and more unforgettable moments all at the birthplace. Don't miss your chance to experience the next generation of hoops!
2026 PANINI Hoophall Classic
January 15-19, 2026 | Blake Arena at Springfield College, Springfield, MA
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s Panini Hoophall Classic showcases the top high school players and teams from across the country. Held over the Martin Luther King Day Weekend at Springfield College’s historical Blake Arena, this prestigious event has been a launching pad for numerous NBA First Round Draft Picks, College All-Americans, and McDonald’s All-Americans. Don't miss the chance to see the future stars of basketball compete at this exciting tournament!
YOUTH EVENTS
The third annual Hooplandia, the Northeast’s Ultimate 3x3 Basketball Tourney + Festival, returns June 20–22 at Eastern States Exposition and the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Known for its inclusive atmosphere, Hooplandia offers divisions for all ages and skill levels, including youth, college, veterans, Special Olympics, and first responders. The event celebrates the spirit of the game with non-stop action, special guests, sponsor swag, and family-friendly fun in the birthplace of basketball. It's more than a tournament—it's a full-court celebration of hoops culture.
BASKETBULL YOUTH EVENTS
BasketBull is an official licensee of the Basketball Hall of Fame approved to run amateur/grassroot basketball tournaments in the spring, summer and fall. The tournaments continue to expand as teams from across the country visit Springfield and the Hall of Fame.
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Elks Hoopshoot
The Basketball Hall of Fame is proud to host The Elks Hoop Shoot, a local weekly shooting contest every Sunday at 2pm. Contestants compete to win an Elks Basketball and become that week’s champ. The event is part of a national weekly program created by the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks. The weekly shootout takes place on Center court inside The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame with participation for Hall of Fame visitors.