The 100th Anniversary Tour | Harlem Globetrotters

The 100th Anniversary Tour: Harlem Globetrotters

Celebrating a Century of Basketball Magic!

Witness history in the making as the world-famous Harlem Globetrotters bring their legendary 100th Anniversary Tour to Valencia’s spectacular Roig Arena. For one night only, experience the signature ball-handling, gravity-defying dunks, and side-splitting comedy that have made the Globetrotters a global phenomenon for an entire century.

Watch the masters of the court take on their long-time rivals, the Washington Generals, in a high-energy show designed for fans of all ages. This isn't just a basketball game—it’s a once-in-a-lifetime centennial celebration of sportsmanship and entertainment.

Event Details:

• Date: Sunday, 24 May 2026
• Doors Open: 17:30 (5:30 PM)
• Show Starts: 18:30 (6:30 PM)
• Location: Roig Arena, Valencia

Exclusive Fan Experiences:

Make the night even more memorable with special add-on experiences:

• Magic Pass: Gain early access to the court for a 30-minute interactive session to learn tricks, shoot hoops, and get autographs.
• Celebrity Court Pass: Get an up-close look at the team during their private pre-game warm-ups.
• VIP Bench Seats: Experience the magic from the best seats in the house—right next to the players on the official team bench.

How to Get There:

• Metro & Tram: Take Line 10 to the Quatre Carreres station. It is a direct 5-minute walk to the arena.
• Bus: Use EMT lines 7, 13, 14, 18, 35, and 99 for easy access to the venue.
• Parking: The Official Roig Arena Parking (Av. dels Germans Maristes, 16) offers over 1,000 spaces. Use the Roig Arena App for ticketless entry and discounted rates.

Post-Event Info:

The show is expected to conclude between 20:15 and 20:30 (8:15–8:30 PM).

• Easy Exit: Dedicated taxi ranks are available at Gate E, and the Metro Line 10 service provides a quick connection back to the city center.
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Fun Facts: 100 Years of the Harlem Globetrotters

• A Century of Magic: Founded in 1926, the Globetrotters have played more than 26,000 games in 124 countries and territories on all seven continents.
• The "Magic Circle": Their famous warm-up routine, performed to the tune of "Sweet Georgia Brown," is a global icon of basketball skill and synchronization.
• Inventing the Game: The Globetrotters are credited with popularizing several basketball staples, including the slam dunk, the fast break, and the overhead hook shot.
• Beyond the Court: In 1982, the Harlem Globetrotters became the first athletic team to be honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• The 4-Point Shot: Always innovators, the Globetrotters introduced the 4-point line (located 30 feet from the basket) to their games in 2010—long before it was ever debated in the professional leagues!
• Honoring Legends: Only a handful of players have had their jerseys retired by the team, including legends like Wilt Chamberlain (No. 13) and Meadowlark Lemon (No. 36).