Bulls Fest 2026 returns Aug. 22-23 at the United Center with free admission, a 51-court 3v3 tournament, youth clinics, player appearances, and family activities.<\/p>\n
The Chicago Bulls<\/a><\/a> have released the full schedule and map for Bulls Fest 2026, presented by Foot Locker, set for Aug. 22-23 on the United Center campus.<\/p>\n The free two-day event<\/a> returns as Chicago\u2019s largest basketball festival, featuring a massive 3v3 tournament, youth clinics, player and alumni appearances, family activities, and entertainment. Admission is free for all ages.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Play Like a Bull<\/p>\n The centerpiece remains the 3v3 basketball tournament, which will span 51 courts and is open to players ages 8 and older of all skill levels. Registration closes Aug. 12. Division champions will receive a Bulls hat, fan chain, and two tickets to a regular-season home game, with cash prizes available in the Elite Division.<\/p>\n Youth ages 3-17 can also register for Bulls Youth Hoops clinics, presented by Jewel-Osco. New offerings this year include Learn to Play 3v3, Parent & Child sessions, and skill clinics led by Bulls alumni.<\/p>\n Story continues below.<\/p>\n More Sports News<\/p>\n \t .wp-block-group__inner-container:has(> .embla), \t\tsvg { The event will also feature a Wheelchair Basketball Division presented by Gallagher, with teams from the National Wheelchair Basketball Association including the Chicago Skyhawks.<\/p>\n Foot Locker\u2019s Hoop Bus will give fans the chance to shoot and try on the new Jordan Triangle sneakers.<\/p>\n Family Fun and Kid Zone<\/p>\n Benny\u2019s Carnival, presented by BMO, expands the kids\u2019 zone with carnival games, personalized jersey and player card stations, photo opportunities with Benny the Bull (11:30 a.m.\u201312:15 p.m. both days), and exclusive giveaways designed by local artists. Kids can also register for the 2026-27 Bulls Kid Nation Kids Club with same-day kit pickup.<\/p>\n Meet the Bulls<\/p>\n Rookies Caleb Wilson<\/a> and Dailyn Swain<\/a> will make appearances, along with alumni Eddy Curry, Kendall Gill, Will Perdue, Nate Robinson, Jeff Sanders and Metta World Peace. Players will take photos, judge the Slam Dunk Contest, referee games, present medals, and coach clinics. Full individual schedules are available at bulls.com\/bullsfest.<\/p>\n Entertainment and Competitions<\/p>\n Saturday\u2019s Showcase (2:30\u20134 p.m.) at Center Court includes the Slam Dunk Contest presented by AT&T, plus debut performances from the Luvabulls and 312 Crew, along with the Incredibulls and Bucket Boys.<\/p>\n Sunday features the Three-Point Challenge presented by State Farm. Creator competitions include an Elite 3v3 Division headlined by JDub (Jordan Wallace) and a 1v1 Trick Shot Matchup between Tristan Jass and AJ Rompza.<\/p>\n A Full Court Charity Challenge at 2 p.m. Saturday will pit local sports reporters and alumni against each other, with proceeds benefiting Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC).<\/p>\n Practical Details<\/p>\n Fans can cool off in the Chill Zone or try a cold plunge station from new partner SWTHZ. Culligan will provide hydration stations and reusable cups to reduce plastic waste. Food and drinks from local vendors and United Center concessions will be available.<\/p>\n Bulls Fest continues to grow as one of the more fan-friendly events on the Chicago sports calendar. With free entry, heavy player involvement, and activities for every age, it remains one of the best opportunities each summer to experience Bulls basketball up close.<\/p>\n Full details, registration links, and the event map are available at bulls.com\/bullsfest.<\/a><\/p>\n
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