{"id":306634,"date":"2026-10-14T18:42:14","date_gmt":"2026-10-14T18:42:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/306634\/"},"modified":"2026-10-14T18:42:14","modified_gmt":"2026-10-14T18:42:14","slug":"sixers-plan-ticket-giveaway-art-hunt-and-more-for-blue-week-ahead-of-home-opener","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-pa\/306634\/","title":{"rendered":"Sixers Plan Ticket Giveaway, Art Hunt, and More for \u201cBlue Week\u201d Ahead of Home Opener"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The celebration includes citywide street art, free merch, a fan fest, and a chance to score tickets to opening night as excitement builds for LeBron James\u2019s first season with the team.<\/p>\n

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Artist Rob Nero created six different Sixers pieces at six locations across Philly to celebrate the Sixers. \/ Photograph by Rob Nero<\/p>\n

A new Sixers season is reason to get excited, but with LeBron James now in Philadelphia<\/a>, this one comes with a whole new level of mania. And the team is giving fans plenty of ways to get in on it before the 76ers host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Xfinity Mobile Arena on October 22nd. Blue Week, running October 13th through 21st, will bring Sixers-themed street art to neighborhoods around the city, a T-shirt giveaway bus tour, a Dunkin\u2019 pep rally, and a free fan fest at Stateside Live! There are also customized jerseys to win and a surprise drop of free tickets to the home opener somewhere in Philadelphia. (And given what tickets are going for these days<\/a>, that\u2019s quite a prize!)<\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019re hoping to score some free Sixers gear, catch the team\u2019s season opener on a big screen, or simply soak up the excitement around town, here\u2019s your guide to the Blue Week festivities. Clap your hands, everybody!<\/p>\n

All Week: Find Sixers Street Art Around Philly<\/p>\n

The Sixers kicked things off on October 13th with a citywide art hunt. Philadelphia street artist Rob Nero (@nero_one<\/a>) has created six different pieces featuring the entire Sixers roster<\/a>, appearing in neighborhoods across the city. \u201cMy art has always been rooted in the streets, so being able to do something on this scale across Philly means a lot,\u201d Nero says of the project. The team hasn\u2019t announced all the locations in advance, so fans will need to follow @sixers<\/a> on social media for clues about where to find all the artwork.<\/p>\n

Thursday, October 15: Xfinity NBA Tip-Off at Xfinity Store<\/p>\n

The Xfinity Store on Walnut Street is getting a Sixers makeover for an evening of basketball challenges, interactive experiences, merch giveaways, and appearances by Franklin and 76ers ENT. 5-8 p.m. at 1429 Walnut Street.<\/p>\n

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Clap your hands, everybody! \/ Photograph by Andrew Zwarych for Visit Philadelphia<\/p>\n

Friday, October 16th: Sixers T-Shirt Toss Bus Tour<\/p>\n

The Sixers are hitting the road to hand out free T-shirts and bring some pre-season energy to the city. Franklin and 76ers ENT will join the tour. Here\u2019s where and when to find them:<\/p>\n

11 a.m.: 2600 Penrose Avenue11:45 a.m.: Philadelphia Museum of Art (2600 Benjamin Franklin Parkway)12:30 p.m.: Dilworth Park (1 South 15th Street)<\/p>\n

(Times are subject to change, so check the team\u2019s social media accounts for updates before heading out.)<\/p>\n

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Dunkin\u2019s limited-time blueberry-flavored \u201cSlam Dunkalatte\u201d \/ Photograph courtesy of Dunkin\u2019<\/p>\n

Monday, October 19th: Dunkin\u2019 Pep Rally<\/p>\n

Need a little Monday-morning motivation? The Sixers and Dunkin\u2019 are turning a Northeast Philly location into a team-themed pep rally, complete with appearances by Franklin, 76ers ENT, and Dunkin\u2019 mascot, Cuppy (yes, really), plus surprise giveaways. There\u2019s also a themed drink in the mix: Dunkin\u2019s limited-time blueberry-flavored \u201cSlam Dunkalatte\u201d will be available at participating locations throughout the Greater Philadelphia area during Blue Week. 8 a.m. at Dunkin\u2019 on 2327 Cottman Avenue.<\/p>\n

Tuesday, October 20th: Season Tip-Off Fan Fest at Stateside Live!<\/a><\/p>\n

The Sixers will take over Stateside Live! for a free fan fest built around the team\u2019s season opener against the New York Knicks. Expect live entertainment, giveaways, partner activations, and appearances from 76ers ENT. The event will also feature a live broadcast from 97.5 The Fanatic.\u00a0Nero\u2019s street art will make another appearance, this time with fans able to receive a live-painted T-shirt from the artist himself, while supplies last. Admission is free, but fans are encouraged to RSVP in advance<\/a>. Doors\u00a0at 6 p.m.; game tips off at 7 p.m.<\/p>\n

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\/ Photograph by Rob Nero<\/p>\n

Wednesday, October 21st: Opening Night Blue Drop<\/p>\n

The Sixers and Independence Blue Cross are giving fans a shot at free tickets to the team\u2019s home opener against the Cavs on Thursday, October 22nd. The catch? The tickets will be hidden somewhere in Philadelphia, and the location won\u2019t be announced ahead of time. Follow @sixers<\/a> on Instagram for clues about where to find the ticket drop. A limited number of Sixers tees will also be hidden around the city. The Sixers will also \u201cLight the Town Blue\u201d that night, as Philadelphia\u2019s landmarks and notable buildings will turn blue.<\/p>\n