On Monday, the WNBA announced that Game 6 of the 2026 Finals between the Golden State Valkyries and Atlanta Dream would be moving locations and starting times.
Keep reading to learn more about the updates, as well how to watch the rest of the WNBA Finals series.
This is the third game of the 2026 Finals series between the Atlanta Dream and Golden State Valkyries that has relocated to the State Farm Arena, following Games 3 and 4.
When is Golden State Valkyries vs Atlanta Dream WNBA Finals Game 6?
Game 6 will tip-off at 12:30pm ET on Thursday, Oct. 29. The game was originally scheduled for 8:00pm ET.
Where is Valkyries vs Dream Game 6 being played?
The Atlanta Dream will host the Golden State Valkyries at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, GA.
State Farm Arena seats around 17,000. The Gateway Center Arena, where the game was going to be held, has a capacity of 3,500 fans.
Both Games 3 and 4 of the Finals were also moved from the Gateway Center to the State Farm Arena.
Why is 2026 WNBA Finals Game 6 being played in the afternoon?
Game 6 of the 2026 WNBA Finals will be played at 12:30pm ET in the afternoon in order to accommodate the move to hold the game at the State Farm Arena, instead of the smaller Gateway Center Arena.
The NBA’s Atlanta Hawks have a game scheduled for Thursday evening at the State Farm Arena — their scheduled 7pm tip-off has now been moved to 8pm ET.
What time does Valkyries vs Dream WNBA Finals Game 6 start?
Game 6 will tip-off at 12:30pm ET/9:30am PT on Thursday, Oct. 29.
The Finals between the Atlanta Dream and Las Vegas Aces begin on Saturday, October 17.
2026 WNBA Finals full schedule: Valkyries vs DreamWNBA Finals:
Saturday, Oct. 17
Game 1: Golden State Valkyries 68, Atlanta Dream 64 (HIGHLIGHTS)
Monday, Oct. 19
Game 2: Atlanta Dream 79, Golden State Valkyries 65 (HIGHLIGHTS)
Wednesday, Oct. 21
Game 3: Atlanta Dream 97, Golden State Valkyries 71 (HIGHLIGHTS)
Saturday, Oct. 24
Game 4: Golden State Valkyries 67, Atlanta Dream 62 (HIGHLIGHTS)
Monday, Oct. 26
Game 5: 8 p.m. ET, USA/Peacock
Thursday, Oct. 29
Game 6: 12:30 p.m. ET, USA/Peacock
Saturday, Oct. 31
Game 7* (if needed): 8pm ET, USA/PeacockHow to watch 2026 WNBA Finals: TV channel/ streaming info
NBC and Peacock will stream multiple games during the Semifinals and Finals series.
Additionally, for Games 2-3 and 5-7 of the Finals, Peacock will simulstream USA’s network coverage produced by Versant’s USA Sports.
Both Games 5 and 6 (and 7, if needed) will be available to watch on USA and streaming on Peacock.