NBA All-Star Game 2026
David Chelly, January 23, 2026
The 2026 NBA All-Star Game takes place from February 13 to 15, 2026 in Los Angeles and Inglewood, California. This weekend brings together the NBA's best players and packs, into three days, the most popular events of the season outside the playoffs, combining showcases, skills contests and the All-Star Game itself.
Dates and venues
The main game takes place on Sunday, February 15, 2026 at the Intuit Dome, the new home of the Los Angeles Clippers. Several weekend events also take place at the Kia Forum, while the big fan event, NBA Crossover, is scheduled at the Los Angeles Convention Center from February 12 to 15, 2026.
Weekend schedule
Friday is traditionally devoted to the Celebrity Game and Rising Stars, which showcases rookies and second-year players. Saturday features the most-watched contests, including the Skills Challenge, the Three-Point Contest and the Slam Dunk Contest. Sunday is reserved for the All-Star Game, the highlight of the weekend, staged with more spectacle than a regular-season game.
A new format in 2026
The 2026 edition introduces a brand-new U.S. vs World format. Two teams made up of American players and one team of international players face off in a mini round-robin tournament, with short 12-minute games. The goal is to raise the intensity and the stakes, while highlighting the international dimension the NBA has taken on.
Tickets and buying tips
Tickets sell out early and prices vary widely depending on the evening, the venue and the level of experience sought. Official multi-day packages and single-day tickets generally go through partner platforms and the NBA Experiences channel, which remains the simplest way to secure entry without unpleasant surprises. To keep costs down, it is often more affordable to attend Friday's events or the NBA Crossover fan event rather than Sunday's game, which is the most in demand.
Player selection and voting
Starters are chosen through a vote combining fans, NBA players and a media panel. Reserves are selected by the coaches. In 2026, the announcements follow a clear schedule, with starters revealed in mid-January and reserves at the start of February. For voting, NBA.com and the NBA app remain the reference, centralizing the voting system and the deadlines.
Following the event
Broadcast availability depends on the country, but the official website centralizes the schedule, times and updates. For visitors attending in person, the most important factor is logistics, since traveling between Los Angeles and Inglewood, as well as access to the venues, requires some minimal planning, especially on event nights. Booking accommodation early and arranging a realistic transport plan for the evening return help avoid the typical hassles of high-attendance weekends.