HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS RETURN TO THE COURT WITH UNPRECEDENTED BASKETBALL INNOVATIONS AND UNRIVALED FAN ENTERTAINMENT

Hartford, CT (September 12, 2023) – Get ready for a slam-dunk extravaganza as the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters make their triumphant return to XL Center! This is your chance to witness the record-breaking stars of basketball LIVE as they bring an unforgettable blend of DRIBBLING, SPINNING, and DUNKING to the court, taking on their fierce rivals, the Washington Generals, on December 29 at 2 and 7 PM.  

But that's not all - this year, we are thrilled to announce our exciting new official ball partner, Spalding®. Starting this December, Spalding® will be joining the team at every arena destination, enhancing the game experience like never before. Fans will have the opportunity to take home an official Spalding® Harlem Globetrotters basketball or get their hands on the newly designed Harlem Globetrotters Marble Series™ ball on game day. Unrivaled fan engagement continues with pre-game offerings like our Magic Pass, unforgettable post-game access and more in-game fan interactions than ever before.  See Hammer, TNT, Bulldog, Cheese, Torch, Hot Shot, Jet, Wham and Thunder – just to name a few – as they run circles around the Washington Generals on the court and bring the hype to the crowd.   YOU might even find yourself mid-court as part of the ALL-NEW, FAN-FILLED Halftime Skills Showcase! **Line-up subject to change  

WHEN: Friday, December 29, 2023 – 2 & 7 PM  

WHERE: XL Center | One Civic Center Plaza, Hartford, CT 06103