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Chicago’s ultimate basketball experience returns to the United Center campus Aug. 22-23, with free admission and fun for the entire family. The event includes a 3v3 basketball tournament across 51 courts, 16 Bulls Youth Hoops clinics, an expanded dedicated kids’ zone with games and exclusive giveaways, appearances from Bulls players and legends, primetime basketball competitions and debut performances from Bulls Entertainment.
PLAY LIKE A BULL
From the 3v3 tournament to clinics and activations, basketball lovers have many opportunities to live their NBA dream at Bulls Fest:
- 3v3 Tournament: Registration for the 3v3 basketball tournament for players of all skill levels, ages 8 years old and up, ends Aug. 12. All division champions will win a Bulls hat, fan chain and two tickets to a Bulls regular season home game. Cash prizes will also be distributed to the Elite Division champions.
- Youth Hoops Clinics: Youth ages 3 to 17 years old can register for any of the Bulls’ Youth Hoops clinics, presented by Jewel-Osco. Clinics vary in focus and age range accepted. New clinics include Learn to Play 3v3, Parent & Child, and skill-based clinics with Bulls alumni.
- Wheelchair Basketball: Watch action in the Wheelchair Basketball Division, presented by Gallagher. The division will welcome teams from the National Wheelchair Basketball Association, including the Chicago Skyhawks, Great Lakes Adaptive Sports Association and Fly Without Limits Foundation.
- Hoops and Kicks: Show off your skills at the Hoop Bus, powered by Foot Locker, during an immersive basketball and sneaker experience where fans can shoot hoops and try on the new Jordan Triangle sneakers.
FUN FOR THE FAMILY
Benny’s Carnival, presented by BMO, is Bulls Fest’s expanded kid zone giving young fans and their families a dedicated area to hang out. Experiences include:
- Photo and meet-and-greet opportunities with Benny The Bull (11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m. on both days)
- Personalized jersey and player card making stations
- Bulls-themed carnival games and activities, where kids can win and redeem Benny Bucks for Bulls prizes
- One-of-a-kind Bulls giveaways designed by local artists Elloo, Joe Kraft and Gabi Bozeman
- A performance stage where kids can show off their musical talents in friendly competition
- 2026-27 Bulls Kid Nation Kids Club membership registration with same-day kit pick-up
MEET THE BULLS
Fans will get the chance to meet Bulls rookies Caleb Wilson and Dailyn Swain, as well as Bulls alumni Eddy Curry, Kendall Gill, Will Perdue, Nate Robinson, Jeff Sanders and Metta World Peace. These players will join Bulls Fest to take photos with fans, judge the Slam Dunk Contest, presented by AT&T, referee 3v3 games, present championship medals, coach youth basketball clinics and more. Fans can view each player’s schedules at bulls.com/bullsfest.
GAMEDAY ENTERTAINMENT
Bulls Fest has entertainment options for all fans:
- Saturday Showcase: From 2:30 – 4 p.m. on Saturday at Bulls Fest Center Court, fans can watch the Slam Dunk Contest, presented by AT&T, along with season debut performances from the Chicago Luvabulls and 312 Crew and appearances from the Incredibulls and Bucket Boys.
- Shoot Like a Pro: On Sunday, attendees of all ages can test their range by entering the Three-Point Challenge, presented by State Farm.
- Creator Competitions: Fans can watch basketball creators compete in the Elite 3v3 Division, headlined by JDub (Jordan Wallace), and see Tristan Jass and AJ Rompza face off in a 1v1 Trick Shot Matchup, presented by AT&T.
- Full Court Charity Challenge: At 2 p.m. on Saturday, local sports reporters and Bulls alumni will compete in the Full Court Charity Challenge, presented by State Farm, a shooting skills competition for charity. The winners will earn more than just bragging rights, as they will award Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) with a joint donation from Chicago Bulls Charities (CBC) and State Farm. With the support of State Farm, LISC is also sponsoring six 3v3 teams at Bulls Fest.
RECHARGE AND REFUEL
- Call a Timeout: Fans can take a breather in the Chill Zone inside the United Center atrium or outside, where fans can relax on Wayfair’s lounge furniture or take a dip in new Bulls partner SWTHZ’s cold plunge station.
- Hydration Stations: Players will stay hydrated courtesy of Culligan International, the official water provider of Bulls Fest 2026. To help avoid single-use plastic water bottles at Bulls Fest, fans can visit water refill stations to fill up their own water bottle or a complimentary reusable aluminum cup, as well as purchase aluminum water bottles at concession stands. Last year, Culligan helped offset the use of more than 15,000 single-use plastic water bottles.
- Food & Beverage: Fans can enjoy bites and beverages from local businesses throughout the United Center campus. Attendees can also take a break from the heat and refuel at United Center concession stands between 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
