Looking for an amazing basketball experience? NBA Legend Carmelo Anthony is coming to Perth for 2024 Hoops Fest!
By Alex Hemmings, Contributor @ Kids In Perth 30 Aug 2024
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When it comes to finding the perfect gift...
Nothing beats having unforgettable experiences which you can look back on in pictures and videos.
Are there any basketball fans in your family or is your child playing the game?
Why?
Because Carmelo Anthony, one of the greatest basketballers ever, will be coming to Perth as part of Hoops Fest 2024!
With a lineup of intimate and exclusive Meet and Greet events, through to, basketball camps... this is the perfect opportunity to gift Dad something he really wants or your child learning the game from one of the best to ever play it!
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An Evening with Carmelo Anthony
One of the standout events from 2024 Hoops Fest is “An Evening with Carmelo Anthony.”
Every Dad will be thrilled to have the opportunity to spend an evening listening to Carmelo share stories from his illustrious career, insights into the world of basketball, and his journey as a sports icon and entrepreneur.
A ticket to this exclusive event makes for the perfect Father’s Day / early Christmas gift.
How often do you get to meet NBA heroes in Perth? Not often.
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Basketball Clinics and Experiences for All Ages
2024 Hoops Fest isn’t just for the pros; it’s an event for the entire family. During the school holidays, Carmelo Anthony will be hosting basketball clinics for kids aged U12-U17 and an elite camp for U18 players. These clinics provide a unique opportunity for young athletes to learn from one of the best in the game, improving their skills while having a blast. For the adults, there are plenty of experiences to get involved in as well, making this event a must-attend for basketball fans of all ages.
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Western Australia is set to deliver the ultimate fusion of basketball, music, culture, entertainment and style at HoopsFest – a celebration like no other.
A first of its kind, the multi-day extravaganza promises to be an unforgettable festival featuring all NBL and WNBL teams together in the same place at the same time for Round One of the Hungry Jack’s NBL Season, a Cygnett WNBL Tournament, the U18 Australian Club Championships, an interactive fan zone, the world famous Sneakerland exhibition, as well as music, food and loads of other entertainment.
It’s all been combined for the first time in history to create an experience unlike any other, HoopsFest is the best value entertainment in Perth during the school holidays.
"I was at the first Hoops Fest" will be something cool that kids will brag about over a lifetime.
Blending basketball with a vibrant festival atmosphere makes Hoops Fest a slam dunk on our family calendar.
Make it a slam dunk on yours too!
Find out more about Hoops Fest by visiting hoopsfest.com.au or clicking the shortcut buttons below.
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The ultimate celebration of basketball heads back to Western Australia in January, with HoopsFest confirmed for Perth for a second straight year
The ultimate fusion of sport, culture, music and entertainment, HoopsFest will once again take over the state – this time in January, 2026 from the 15th until the 18th.
Significantly, all the action will take place during the regular season for both the Hungry Jack's NBL and WNBL competitions, meaning blockbuster matchups across four unforgettable days. Mark your calendars. Perth is set to host the biggest basketball event in the southern hemisphere - and it’s only getting bigger'
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2026 HoopsFest PERTH | NBL & WNBL Games Schedule
HoopsFest Day 1
HoopsFest Day 2
HoopsFest Day 3
HoopsFest Day 4
| Date | Games |
|---|---|
| Thu 15 Jan | 4:00pm: Lynx v Spirit - WNBL | 6:30pm: Kings v Bullets - NBL |
| Fri 16 Jan | 4:00pm: Venom v Flames - WNBL | 6:30pm: Wildcats v Hawks - NBL |
| Sat 17 Jan | 1:30pm: Flyers v Lightning - WNBL | 4pm: Taipans v Breakers - NBL | 6:30pm: United v Jackjumpers - NBL |
| Sun 18 Jan | 11:30am: 36ers v Phoenix - NBL | 2pm: Fire v Capitals - WNBL |
Ticket Pricing
HoopsFest Day(s) 1, 3 & 4
| Ticket | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Courtside | From $150.00 pp |
| Platinum | From $58.50 pp |
| Gold | From $39.60 pp |
| Silver | From $26.10 pp |
HoopsFest Day 2
| Ticket | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Courtside | From $350.00 pp |
| Platinum | From $143.10 pp |
| Gold | From $107.10 pp |
| Silver | From $71.10 pp |
| Bronze | From $26.10 pp |
HoopsFest Multi Game Pass
| Multi Game Pass | Pricing |
|---|---|
| Adult | From $133.00 to $201.00 pp |
| Junior | 4-14 ys | From $56.00 to $88.00 pp |
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HoopsFest | FREE FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT & ACTIVITIES
| Event Day & Time |
|---|
| Thursday & Friday | 12pm – 8.30pm |
| Saturday | 10am – 8.30pm |
| Sunday | 10am – 5pm |
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2026 HoopsFest Perth
Thursday 15 to Sunday 18 January 2026
HoopsFest | RAC Arena, Perth
HoopsFest Fan Zone | Forrest Place, Perth
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