Bulls Fest 2026 Returns to United Center Campus Aug. 22-23

Play Like a Bull

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.

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.

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The event will also feature a Wheelchair Basketball Division presented by Gallagher, with teams from the National Wheelchair Basketball Association including the Chicago Skyhawks.

Foot Locker’s Hoop Bus will give fans the chance to shoot and try on the new Jordan Triangle sneakers.

Family Fun and Kid Zone

Benny’s Carnival, presented by BMO, expands the kids’ zone with carnival games, personalized jersey and player card stations, photo opportunities with Benny the Bull (11:30 a.m.–12:15 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.

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