A Century of Showmanship: The Harlem Globetrotters 100th Anniversary Tour

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Celebrating a century of basketball wizardry, the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters have officially launched their 100-Year Tour, a legendary milestone commemorating their founding in 1926. This centennial season—deemed the most storied in the team's history—features a reimagined live experience with new tricks, high-energy comedy, and a deeper level of fan engagement across more than 200 domestic markets.

A Global Celebration of Basketball Magic

The historic tour kicked off its North American leg on December 14, 2025, at New York's Madison Square Garden before continuing throughout the spring of 2026. The celebration also extends internationally, with stops scheduled in over 125 markets across the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Germany, Spain, Mexico, and Asia throughout the winter and the remainder of the year.

Fans attending this special tour will see the team debut their new 100-Year jerseys and play with the commemorative "Golden Basketball" created by Spalding. The current roster of elite athletes, who hold over 60 Guinness World Records, continues the legacy of legends like Meadowlark Lemon and Curly Neal by facing off against their longtime rivals, the Washington Generals.

Major Arena and Coliseum Stops

The 100-Year Tour is hitting some of the most iconic arenas, stadiums, and coliseums across North America. Upcoming and recent stops for 2026 can be found at the official Harlem Globetrotter’s website.

Enhanced Fan Experience

To honor the centennial, the team has introduced several premium "Once-in-a-Century" unrivaled fan engagement experiences available at most tour stops:

All New Magic Pass: Pre-game access & player meet-and-greets. Fans can enjoy 30 minutes of pre-game, on-court access to learn tricks, and meet players 90 minutes before tip-off.

Celebrity Court Pass: Join the team for warmups on the court! Provides exclusive center-court access to watch the Globetrotters' warm-up routines up close. VIP Bench Tickets: Sit directly on the team bench with the Globetrotters or Washington Generals for the duration of the game and immerse yourself in an up-close experience.

Limited Edition 100 Year Golden Replica Game Ball by Spalding, the most exclusive collectible to be ordered in advance and ready for you when you enter the venue.100 Year Tour Souvenir Ticket, which fans can order and have delivered to their homes to expand their experience even more.

5th Quarter Autographs: Every fan has access to a free post-game autograph session with the stars of the show.

Tickets for the 100-Year Tour are available through the official Harlem Globetrotters website with prices typically starting around $15, depending on the venue and seating selection.