Valentine's Day weekend also happens to be NBA All-Star Weekend in NOLA. From Feb. 13-16, the NBA's best ballers and most enthusiastic fans will descend upon the "Crescent City" for four days of basketball-infused fun.
There are lots of ways to get in on the fun in a frugal way. Check out the below links! Will add new events as I become aware of them!
1iota
1iota is all about the fans! They are offering FREE tickets to several awesome NBA All Star Events. Just sign up for an account on the website and request tickets. But get 'em while they are hot! These events are 18 and older. Perfect for a date night! But read the fine print, some of these events will conflict with you ability to attend other All-Star events.
State Farm Saturday Night Performance, Sat. Feb. 15 at 4pm ~ featuring Kendrick Lemar
Sprint Pre Game Concert, Sun. Feb. 16 at 3pm ~ featuring Aloe Black, Terrence J, & Mack Wilds
Player Introductions & Half-time, Sun. Feb. 17 at 3:30pm ~ featuring Pharrell Williams, Janelle Monee, Trombone Shorty, Earth, Wind & Fire and Gary Clark Jr..
NBA All-Star Jam Session
The NBA All-Star Session (Feb. 13-16) at the Ernest Morial Covention Center is wall-to-wall basketball fun. Participate in skills challenges, get free autographs for players, interact with coaches and dance teams! Children (ages 3-12) / Senior / Military tickets are just $10. Adult tickets are $20. Use promo code 5OFFJAM for $5 off Thursday and Friday tickets. Click here to head to Ticketmaster to purchase tickets.
ESPN2's First Take
Join Stephen A. Smith, Skip Bayless and Cari Champion on Friday, Feb 14. as First Take comes to NOLA! Special guests include Kevin Hart and Lil Wayne. Taping begins at the Convention Center at 10am. You must enter at gate J. Gate opens between 7-7:30am. Get there early! Free Admission.
Appearance by James Harden
Houston Rocket's James Harden will make an appearance at the Harahan Walmart on Friday, Feb 14. I believe the signing starts at 7pm, but I will double check:)
Under Armour and Finish Line Sponsor Shoot Around Golden State Warrior Stephen Curry
Head to Oakwood Mall (197 Westbank Expressway, Gretna LA) and register for your chance to shoot against NBA Allstar Stephen Curry. Feb 12-13 from 3pm-7pm sign up and participate in UA Next Shooting Contest at Center Court Next to the Fountain. Stop by Finish Line after for your chance to meet Curry. Winners will be called back to compete against Curry on 2/14 from 5pm-6pm. Free Admission, must be 13 and under to participate. Entry is first come, first serve.
Fatherhood and Family Summit
Hosted by Soledad O'Brien (Journalist and CEO of Starfish Media Group) and Allan Houston (former NBA player and Assistant GM of the New York Nicks), free event bring some of the NBA's brightest and others committed to the well-being of family to discuss how we can better strengthen our families.
Appearances by Monty Williams (head coach of the NOLA Pelicans), Roger Mason Jr. (Miami Heat), Danny Green (Houston Spurs), Fred Luther (Pastor of Franklin Avenue Baptist Church), Tina Thompson (4-time WNBA champion), Suzanne Immerman (Director of the Office for Strategic Partnerships for the US Department of Education) and more! This event will be held at the Franklin Avenue Baptist Church, 2515 Franklin Ave, NOLA on Sat. Feb. 15 from 11:30am-1:30pm. Doors open at 11am. Great music, free giveaways!
Adidas In the Quarter 321 Chartres St. NOLA
Adidas is an official sponsor of NBA Allstar gane. They have opened up a pop up shop in the French Quarter. Check them out to get your hands on exlusive gear you can't get anywhere else! Plus, the celebs and ballers will be making appearances all weekend.
Feb. 14
Dikembe Mutombo 10:30-11:30am
Karem Abul Jabbar 2-3pm
Joakim Noah 4-4:30pm
John Wall and Damien Lillard host will host a House of Blues Concert featuring 2 Chainz and Pusha T on Feb 15 at 10pm. From 6:00pm-8:00pm 100 tickets will be up for grabs for fans!
Feb. 15
Harrison Barnes 11-11:30am
2 Chainz 2pm-3pm
Feb. 16
Dwight Howard 11:30am-12pm
Damien Lillard 12:30pm-1:00pm
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