NBA All-Star at Epicentre in Uptown Charlotte will offer fans even more ways to get in on the action. Open Friday, Feb. 15 through Sunday, Feb. 17, the free fan destination will feature customized experiences, retail offerings and NBA partner activations. NBA All-Star at Epicentre will include:
- NBA Crossover: An intimate space showcasing the convergence of the NBA and pop culture through the art, fashion, music, technology and entertainment that surround today’s game
- NBA players and talent appearances
- Immersive virtual reality demonstrations
- Art and memorabilia display’s
- NBA Store: A Fanatics Experience
- Apparel customization
- And more!
Tickets for the following events are on sale now through NBATickets.com:
Friday, February 15
- NBA All-Star Celebrity Game presented by Ruffles: 7:00 pm ET / Bojangles’ Coliseum
- MTN DEW ICE Rising Stars: 9:00 pm ET / Spectrum Centre
Saturday, February 16
- NBA All-Star Practice and Media Day: 9:30 am ET / Bojangles’ Coliseum
The NBA All-Star Celebrity Game presented by Ruffles will feature teams comprising the biggest stars in film, television, and music, as well as NBA and WNBA legends. The game will take place on Friday, February 15 at 7:00 pm ET / 4:00 pm PT in Charlotte, NC at Bojangles’ Coliseum and will be televised on ESPN.
The league’s top rookies and sophomores will square off in a USA versus the World format in the MTN DEW ICE Rising Stars on Friday, February 15 at 9:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm PT in Charlotte, NC at Spectrum Centre. The event will be televised on TNT in the U.S. and in more than 200 countries and over 40 languages around the world.
What is NBA All-Star Practice & Media Day and where will it take place?
NBA All-Star Practice and Media Day is a fun and engaging opportunity for fans to see the NBA All-Stars up close and in person as they hit the hardwood for their official open practice. The event takes place on Saturday, February 16 at 9:30 am ET / 6:30 am PT in Charlotte, NC at Bojangles’ Coliseum and Practice will be televised on NBA TV.
You represent that you are 13 years of age or older and, if you are under the age of 18, you either are an emancipated minor or have obtained the legal consent of your parent, legal guardian or account holder to enjoy the NBA All Star at Epicentre and able to register with us.
If you are arriving to participate in the Budweiser experience on Saturday 16 February, you will need to show proof of ID that you are over 21.
Reasonable restrictions on alcohol consumption at the NBA All Star at Epicentre will improve the atmosphere of our community events by providing a safer and healthier environment for families, underage youth, and other concerned citizens. Fans attending the NBA All Star at Epicentre with intentions to purchase alcohol must show proof of ID that they are over 21 years of age. Alcohol can only be purchased inside and fans will not be allowed to bring in any alcohol at the time of arrival.
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), The NBA will only allow people with disabilities to bring their service animals onto business premises in whatever areas fans are generally allowed. Service animals perform some of the functions and tasks that the individual with a disability cannot perform for him or herself. Guide dogs are one type of service animal, used by some individuals who are blind. This is the type of service animal with which most people are familiar. But there are service animals that assist persons with other kinds of disabilities in their day-to-day activities
Whether you’re a super fan, or just a spectator, come dressed in something warm, comfortable and be ready to bring your game face. Visitors must be fully clothed, including shoes and shirts and may not wear any covering that fully or partially obscures a person’s face; religious or medical reasons exempted.
Official NBA All-Star merchandise can be purchased on NBAStore.com.
From February 15-17, merchandise can be purchased at the following locations in Charlotte
- Spectrum Center
- Bojangles’ Coliseum
- NBA All-Star at Epicentre
- Westin Hotel
- Hilton Hotel
- Le Meridien Hotel
- Spectrum Center (event ticket required for entry)
- Friday, February 15th – MTN DEW ICE Rising Stars
- Saturday, February 16th – State Farm All-Star Saturday Night
- Sunday, February 17th – 68th NBA All-Star Game
- Bojangles’ Coliseum (event ticket required for entry)
- Friday, February 15th – NBA All-Star Celebrity Game
- Saturday, February 16th – NBA All-Star Practice
Directions:
The NBA All Star at Epicentre will be located at:
210 E Trade St, Ste C446
Charlotte, NC 28202
One of the easiest ways to get to the EPICENTRE from South Charlotte, LYNX drops you off at the footsteps of the EPICENTRE without you needing to worry about parking.
LYNX Blue Line – (704) 336-RIDE
Where
CTC/Arena Station (Charlotte Transit Center Station), E. Trade Street
Runs
5:26 a.m. – 1:26 a.m. Please check schedule, holiday and game day hours may vary.
Lynx
Want to travel by Bus to Epicentre?
Charlotte Trolley
(704) 375-0850
Lynx Gold Line Trolley
Charlotte Area Transit System
(CATS) Bus Service
(704) 336-RIDE
www.ridetransit.org
A Clear Bag policy will be in operation. To help provide a safer environment for our fans, The NBA will be implementing a strict bag policy for this year’s NBA All Star at Epicentre which will be 100% enforced. All fans and staff are prohibited from bringing any bag into the unless it adheres to the NBA regulations. Entry of non-compliant bags will be refused. All items and bags carried by spectators and staff will be carefully inspected upon entry, which may include a personal wanding / pat down. The NBA reserves the right to refuse entry of certain items into the Epicentre - please refer to the Prohibited Items checklist.
The NBA and Epicentre are committed to providing accessible facilities for all spectators and other members of the public including individuals with disabilities and members of the underserved community. Furthermore, the NBA and Epicentre affirms its commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in employment in addition to all services available to the public.
Located at the Epicentre are four floors of garage parking. That makes it the fastest and most convenient place to park. Cash and all major credit cards are accepted for all parking options.
- Self-parking is available 24/7
- $28 max up to 24 hours: $5 1st ½ Hour, $4 each additional ½ hour or fraction off
- Early Bird Rate: $14 in before 8:30am out before 6pm
- Garage entrances are located on both 4th Street and Trade Street.
- Rates may vary during special events and on game days.
- Monthly parking available – Go to www.preferredparking.com or call 704.375.6014