Harlem Globetrotters are bouncing back to Yorkshire with legendary basketball magic – get tickets here

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The Harlem Globetrotters are bouncing back to Leeds in 2027 for some slam-dunk family fun. | Chris Bowley

Curly, Meadowlark, Goose and Sweet Lou became household names – now a new generation of Harlem Globetrotters stars is bringing basketball’s most entertaining back to Yorkshire.

The Harlem Globetrotters are bouncing back into Yorkshire, bringing slam-dunk family fun to Leeds’ first direct bank arena on Friday, February 26, 2027.

And tickets are now on sale for the basketball event of the year

BUY TICKETS: Standard and premium tickets are now available from Ticketmaster - click here.

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Harlem Globetrotters Rivalry Tour coming to Yorshire in 2027. | Harlem Globetrotters

For generations, the whistled anthem Sweet Georgia Brown has been synonymous with their basketball wizardry.

Their cultural impact stretches beyond sport: they starred in their own cartoon series and even joined Scooby-Doo and the gang for animated adventures.

Today’s roster includes Hammer, Thunder, Torch, Wham, Cheese, Hot Shot and Ace, carrying forward a century of dazzling skills, outrageous trick shots and crowd-pleasing comedy.

Now, following their centenary celebrations, the world-famous team is bringing its all-new Rivalry Tour to first direct bank arena.

And their opponents reckon they could finally have met their match.

The Washington Generals also feature a new line-up of rivals, with five challenges built into every game giving the challengers more opportunities to make their move.

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A basketball fan shares a magical moment on court with the Harlem Globetrotters. | Steven Paston/PA

Results earn Rivalry Points towards season-long standings, adding another competitive twist to the entertainment.

Fans will help decide the challenges, and any spectator could be invited onto the court. Your family’s biggest basketball fan might even become part of the show.

The fun begins when doors open, with a free pre-game tip-off party for everyone attending.

New Ultimate Fan Pass and MVP Court Pass upgrades are also available for those wanting to get closer to the action.

PARKING: Driving to the show? Q-Park has teamed up with the venue to offer discounted pre-book parking - click here.

BY TRAIN: Travelling by train ? Plan your journey and buy train tickets now via Trainline UK - click here.

HOTELS: Make a night of it - search for hotels near the venue, check dates, see prices and deals at Booking.com - click here.

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