HoopsFest Perth: Everything you need to know

HoopsFest, Australasia’s biggest basketball, culture and lifestyle festival, is back for a second incredible year in Perth, Western Australia.

When is HoopsFest? 

The 2026 edition ofHoopsFest will run from Thursday, January 15 to Sunday, January 18.

Where is HoopsFest?

The event will be held in Perth, Western Australia, with games at RAC Arena.

The Fan Zone will be held at Forrest Place within the Perth CBD.

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Who will be in action?

With five blockbuster NBL games and four amazing WNBL fixtures in the schedule, there will be plenty of basketball action for all the family at RAC Arena.

There will be double-headers of WNBL and NBL action on Thursday, Friday and Sunday, and a triple-header featuring two NBL games on Sunday.

How do I follow HoopsFest?

All five of the exciting Round 17 NBL fixtures will be broadcast live on ESPN, with Sunday's Adelaide and South East Melbourne matchup also on Channel 10.

Stay tuned to the NBL coverage via the free NBL App and socials for all the latest news on the ground.

The four WNBL games will be on ESPN and 9Now, with all the latest news and scores via the free WNBL App.

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Who's playing who?

Thursday:

Perth Lynx v Bendigo Spirit (WNBL) - Thursday, January 15, 7pm AEDT - RAC Arena
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Sydney Kings v Brisbane Bullets (NBL) - Thursday, January 15, 9.30pm AEDT - RAC Arena
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Friday:

Geelong Venom v Sydney Flames (WNBL) - Friday, January 16, 7pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN and 9Now | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Perth Wildcats v Illawarra Hawks (NBL) - Friday, January 16, 9.30pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Saturday:

Southside Melbourne Flyers v Adelaide Lightning (WNBL) - Saturday, January 17, 2.30pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN2 and 9Now | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Cairns Taipans v New Zealand Breakers (NBL) - Saturday, January 17, 7pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Tasmania JackJumpers v Melbourne United (NBL) - Saturday, January 17, 9.30pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Sunday:

Adelaide 36ers v South East Melbourne Phoenix (NBL) - Sunday, January 18, 2.30pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN and Channel 10 | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre

Townsville Fire v UC Capitals (WNBL) - Sunday, January 18, 5pm AEDT - RAC Arena
Watch: ESPN and 9Now | Tickets | Scores and stats: Game Centre‍

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What else is going on over the four days?

- Allen 'The Answer' Iverson will be in Perth as a special guest for the 2026 HoopsFest. Across the four days, the Naismith Hall of Fame inductee will attend games at RAC Arena, attend numerous special events and interact with all the basketball fans around the city.

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- The Fan Zone is true hoop lover’s playground, the Fan Zone blends basketball culture, live entertainment and community in a fun, inclusive and family-friendly environment throughout Perth’s summer holidays. Across four action-packed days, the precinct will come alive with DJs, food trucks, giveaways, merchandise, sponsor activations and interactive activities, creating a welcoming festival space for locals, visitors, families and city workers alike. Fans will also have the chance to meet NBL and WNBL players, with club appearances taking place each day.

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- Sneakerland will feature exclusive brands, sneakers, activations and giveaways at RAC Arena.

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