- Friday, Jan 15 7:00 PM + Add to Calendar
Event Details
Have the Harlem Globetrotters finally met their match? The Washington Generals and a new lineup of rivals step onto the court - hungry for a win, and out to prove it!
This year, new challenges enter the game too. The Harlem Globetrotters - the team that invented basketball culture - bring the Rivalry Tour to Louisville on Friday, January 15 as part of their all-new 2027 world tour, with a roster of stars who turn every possession into showtime, quarter after quarter.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT A SHOW
- ALL NEW GAME CHANGING CHALLENGES: The Rivalry Tour introduces five all-new challenges into every game - creating new stakes and new chances for the rivals to make their move!
- THE FANS RUN THE COURT: The party starts the moment doors open - at an all-new, free pre-game tip-off experience for all fans from the first step inside the arena!
- EVERY GAME COUNTS: Your game counts. Every game adds to the season-long battle as Rivalry Points and standings build across the tour.
- 5TH QUARTER AUTOGRAPHS: Every ticket includes access to the Harlem Globetrotters 5th Quarter Autograph Session - your chance to meet the stars up close, snap a photo, and walk away with an autograph.
Tickets go on sale Friday, October 2 at 10 AM at the KFC Yum! Center Box Office and on Ticketmaster.
Diaper Bag & Purse Policy
Diaper bags of all sizes/styles are permitted. All other bags must be no larger than 14" x 14" x 6". All bags are subject to search upon entering the arena.
Medical bags are also permitted. Backpacks of any kind, including drawstring, computer bags, and camera bags are prohibited. Please plan accordingly to help facilitate a quick and efficient entry process. Please report suspicious bags to a KFC Yum! Center team member.
Pre-Book Parking with ParkWhiz & ParkMobile
Save up to 25% when you pre-book parking online!
The KFC Yum! Center has partnered with ParkWhiz and ParkMobile as its preferred parking partner, allowing guests to book parking in advance from a variety of parking locations nearby.
KultureCIty® Sensory Inclusivity
KultureCity® has partnered with the KFC Yum! Center to make this location and all its programs and events Sensory Inclusive. KultureCity® Sensory Bags are available to check out at Fan Assist on the Main Concourse outside of Section 102, and a quiet room can be found across from Jackson Purchase Lounge on the Main Councourse outside of Section 112.
Cashless Venue
The KFC Yum! Center is a cashless venue. All major debit and credit cards are accepted at concession and merchandise locations within the facility. Contactless transactions can also be made using Apple Pay, Samsung Pay, and Google Pay.
Downloading Mobile Tickets
More info on Mobile Tickets can be found HERE.
We highly recommend fans with pre-download mobile to your phone's wallet prior to arriving at the KFC Yum! Center to avoid delays upon entry.
Visit the Ticketing Information page for general KFC Yum! Center ticketing information.
Strollers
Strollers are permitted inside the KFC Yum! Center but must be left near the entrance inside the lobby or in our designated stroller area.
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Pre-Game Experiences
Take your game day to the next level with a can't miss pre-game experience!
Magic Pass Experience
Doors Open: 5 PM
Magic Pass Event Begins: 5:30 PM
30-minute unique, interactive, pre-game experience where fans can interact with both Globetrotters and Generals players on the court. Includes photo opportunities, learn signature tricks from players, meet & greets + autographs, early merch shopping, and the all-new Play With A Pro Challenge.
Must have regular game ticket AND Magic Pass ticket to attend.
Celebrity Court Pass
Doors Open: Begins 30 Minutes Before Game Time
Gets you center court and one-on-one, for an up close and personal view of the Harlem Globetrotters during their pregame warm-ups! Includes 15 minutes of unforgettable center-court access, interactive experience with the entire team, on-court photos, and a commemorative lanyard.
Must have regular game ticket AND Celebrity Court Pass ticket to attend.
Bench Tickets
Watch the game ON THE BENCH with the Harlem Globetrotters or the Washington Generals! Includes a personal autograph session, an EXCLUSIVE VIP Globetrotters Gift Pack, end of game on-court exclusive meet & greet + autograph session, and a team photo opportunity at the end of the game!
Click HERE for all Pre-Game Experiences info.