BERLIN (Germany) – Fans around the world now have the chance to secure their seat at one of basketball’s most prestigious celebrations, as tickets for the FIBA Hall of Fame 2026 Induction Ceremony are now on sale!
Click here to witness history!
Taking place on 21 April at the iconic Kraftwerk Berlin, the Enshrinement Ceremony will follow the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 Draw, adding to an already historic day for the sport.
This year’s induction class brings together an exceptional group of legends whose impact has shaped basketball globally. The Class of 2026 includes:
Sue BIRD (USA)
Céline DUMERC (FRA)
Clarisse MACHANGUANA (MOZ)
Ludwik MIĘTTA-MIKOŁAJEWICZ (POL)
Dirk NOWITZKI (GER)
Ismenia PAUCHARD (CHI)
Hedo TÜRKOĞLU (TUR)
Wang ZHIZHI (CHN)
Event Schedule
18:45: Doors Open
Following the conclusion of the FIBA Women's World Cup 2026 Draw, guests will be welcomed into Kraftwerk Berlin.
18:45–20:00: Exhibition & drinks
Attendees can explore a specially curated exhibition celebrating the achievements and legacies of the 2026 inductees and the history of the game. They will also enjoy light refreshments in an engaging pre-ceremony atmosphere where they can connect with the global basketball community.
19:00–19:30: Meet & Greet (Add-on)
Before the start of the ceremony, attendees who have purchased the Meet & Greet add-on will have the unique chance to get even closer to their heroes. They will have exclusive access to the inductees to take one photo and get an autograph for one item.
20:00–21:30: Enshrinement Ceremony
The Ceremony will run approximately 90 minutes, delivering a prestigious and emotional showcase honoring the inductees’ exceptional journeys. Through speeches, tributes, and archival highlights, the program will trace the milestones that have left an enduring legacy on the sport.
Tickets
Tickets for the FIBA Hall of Fame 2026 ceremony are now available, with prices varying depending on seat location. Prices start at 112€, offering fans several options to tailor their experience inside Kraftwerk Berlin.
In addition to the ceremony ticket, guests may purchase a Meet & Greet add-on to enjoy an unforgettable moment with the inductees before the event. This session includes a photo and an autograph opportunity. To preserve the quality of the experience, only 30 spots are available.
Secure your ticket today and be part of an unforgettable evening honoring the legends who shaped basketball history. Book your seat now and join us in Berlin to celebrate the Class of 2026.
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About the FIBA Hall of Fame
The FIBA Hall of Fame is a shrine dedicated to the amazing people who have built the foundations of the global sport of basketball since its birth, right up until its accomplished glory of the modern day.
It strives to be a genuinely international institution, active in the promotion and remembrance of basketball all over the world, housing the great men and women who were proactive and outstanding in the improvement and development of our sport.
Created in 2007, it has already seen the induction of 200 outstanding Hall of Famers from 45 countries and all five continents to date. Its home is the Patrick Baumann House of Basketball in Mies, Switzerland.