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 March, the Phoenix-based company and the Hall of Fame reached an exclusive 10-year agreement.
2025 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.
2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic
December 10, 2025 | MassMutual Center, Springfield, MA
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame invites you to the 2025 Basketball Hall of Fame Classic on December 10 at the MassMutual Center. Don’t miss this exciting doubleheader as UMass takes on Boston College and Yale faces Albany in a showcase of elite college basketball. Celebrate Springfield’s rich basketball heritage and enjoy a full day of competitive hoops with our community. Click "Learn More" for more information on the event.
HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL EVENTS
2025 Army National Guard Hoophall Classic Presented by Spalding
January 16-20, 2025 | Blake Arena at Springfield College, Springfield, MA
The Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame’s Army National Guard Hoophall Classic Presented by Spalding 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!
2025 Army National Guard Hoophall Invitational presented by spalding
January 18-19, 2025 | Springfield, MA
Join us in Springfield for the Basketball Hall of Fame's new Hoophall Invitational, happening alongside the prestigious Hoophall Classic! Witness the future of basketball as top high school teams from across New England compete in six 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!
2025 Hoophall WEST
January 2-4, 2025 | Highland High School, Gilbert, AZ
The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame proudly presents the 2025 Hoophall West, taking place from January 2 to January 4 at Highland High School in Gilbert, this electrifying showcase is now in its 12th year and is set to be bigger and better than ever.
This year, Hoophall West features an epic eight-team tournament, a dynamic six-team round-robin showcase, four thrilling Nike Elite Youth Scholastic League (EYSL) games, and two showcase matchups 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!
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.