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What to Expect at a Harlem Globetrotters Game

Candice Ouellette | March 21, 2023
What to Expect at a Harlem Globetrotters Game

Have you ever asked yourself, what are the Harlem Globetrotters? You've come to the right place. There's nothing quite like experiencing the fun and excitement of a Harlem Globetrotters game. The exhibition basketball team has been wowing crowds (basketball fans and otherwise) for nearly 100 years. Considered worldwide icons, the Harlem Globetrotters have become synonymous with family entertainment and unparalleled basketball skills, known for breaking down barriers and acts of goodwill. There's only one place you'll find comical theatrics and show-stopping tricks on the court, and that's at a Harlem Globetrotters game!


Where do the Harlem Globetrotters play these exhibition games?

Footprint Center in Phoenix, AZ is considered the home arena of the Harlem Globetrotters. However, the team plays their games on the road in cities across North America. The Globetrotters play virtually year-round, with a majority of their games played from the last week in December through April. Check out the Harlem Globetrotters schedule here.

The original Harlem Globetrotters came from the South Side of Chicago back in 1926, known then as the Chicago Globe Trotters. From 1928 through 1929, they were known as the New York Harlem Globetrotters. In 1929, they renamed again to the Harlem Globetrotters, and the name has stuck ever since.


How much are Harlem Globetrotters tickets?

Harlem Globetrotters tickets vary in price depending on where your seats are located, and also where you decide to buy your tickets from. ETC has a wide selection of tickets to all upcoming Harlem Globetrotters games. Browse the full Harlem Globetrotters 2023 tour schedule and snag your tickets to the center of all the action all in one place with Event Tickets Center.


Does my child need a ticket for a Globetrotters game?

According to their website, children 2 years old or younger do not need a ticket to a Harlem Globetrotters game.


What is the Globetrotters' win/loss record?

Over the years, the Globetrotters have lost 345 games. On the other hand, the team has amassed 27,000 wins and counting, giving the Globetrotters the best winning percentage (that's .987) in the history of professional sports.


What famous players have played for the Globetrotters?

Famous players that have played for the Harlem Globetrotters include Connie "The Hawk" Hawkins, "Wee" Willie Gardner, Nat "Sweetwater" Clifton, and Wilt "The Stilt" Chamberlain, all of whom later joined the NBA. in 1985, the Globetrotters signed their very first female player, Olympic gold medalist Lynette Woodard.


What to bring to a Globetrotters game?

The Harlem Globetrotters work to partner closely with the individual venues on their tours. Make sure you refer to the venue's website for a comprehensive list of permitted and prohibited items. Unless the venue has specific restrictions against bringing certain outside items, the team allows fans to bring one ball to each game for autographs from Harlem Globetrotters players.


What to wear to a Globetrotters game?

Keep it casual and comfy! The best clothes to wear to a Harlem Globetrotters game is something that you'll be comfortable sitting in. It's always a good idea to bring layers in case the venue is warmer or colder than you'd prefer. Of course, repping your Harlem Globetrotters gear and jerseys is always encouraged!


With all this information on hand, you can confidently head into your next Harlem Globetrotters game! ETC makes planning your next game a breeze, from viewing the Harlem Globetrotters schedule to snagging those Harlem Globetrotter tickets and the perfect seats. Do it all with Event Tickets Center now!

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