{"id":294142,"date":"2022-09-16T16:25:06","date_gmt":"2022-09-16T14:25:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportando.basketball\/?p=294142"},"modified":"2022-09-16T16:25:06","modified_gmt":"2022-09-16T14:25:06","slug":"nba-district-fan-event-in-abu-dhabi-oct-5-9-to-celebrate-nba-and-popular-culture-coming-together","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportando.basketball\/en\/nba-district-fan-event-in-abu-dhabi-oct-5-9-to-celebrate-nba-and-popular-culture-coming-together\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201cNBA District\u201d fan event in Abu Dhabi Oct. 5-9 to celebrate NBA and popular culture coming together"},"content":{"rendered":"

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the Department of Culture and Tourism \u2013 Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) today announced that \u201cNBA District,\u201d an immersive, interactive fan event in conjunction with The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022<\/a>, will be held at Manarat Al Saadiyat in Abu Dhabi from Wednesday, Oct. 5 \u2013 Sunday, Oct 9.<\/p>\n

The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 will feature the Atlanta Hawks and the 2021 NBA champion Milwaukee Bucks playing two preseason games at Etihad Arena on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi on Thursday, Oct. 6 and Saturday, Oct. 8 at 8 p.m. GST, marking the league\u2019s first games in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the Arabian Gulf.<\/p>\n

Ideal for both those attending the games and visiting the region, NBA District will showcase the music, media and art associated with NBA culture.\u00a0 Fans will be able to engage with NBA personalities from around the world, watch authentic NBA game entertainment, enjoy hands-on basketball activities, and purchase limited-edition NBA merchandise.<\/p>\n

Programming will include:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Performances by the Milwaukee Bucks Dunk Team and mascot, \u201cBango\u201d and by the Atlanta Hawks Dance Team and mascot, \u201cHarry the Hawk\u201d<\/p>\n

\u2022 Live art performances by UAE-based artist Mr. Dripping and NBA Lab Creative Director, Billi Kid<\/p>\n

\u2022 Panels and workshops featuring current and former NBA players, global content creators, artists and entertainers<\/p>\n

\u2022 Hands-on basketball activities, including Jr. NBA clinics for boys and girls and the \u201cNBA Ice Buckets\u201d buzzer beater competition for a chance to win tickets to the games<\/p>\n

\u2022 Photo opportunities with NBA personalities and authentic NBA memorabilia, including The Larry O\u2019Brien Trophy<\/p>\n

\u2022 NBA-themed exhibitions and games<\/p>\n

\u2022 International and traditional Emirati food and beverages<\/p>\n

\u2022 Limited-edition NBA apparel and merchandise<\/p>\n

Daily programming will include:<\/p>\n

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\u201cWe are thrilled to maximise the NBA experience with NBA District, an unmissable event for fans and families alike,\u201d said Director General for Tourism at DCT Abu Dhabi, HE Saleh Mohamed Saleh Al Geziry.\u00a0 \u201cAt Manarat Al Saadiyat, everyone can enjoy an immersive, exciting atmosphere watching the games live, as well as exhilarating basketball activities and entertainment acts.\u00a0 Hosting NBA District as part of the region\u2019s first NBA games is another highly memorable moment for Abu Dhabi, as we continue to attract top-tier global sports, share our warm Emirati hospitality and showcase the destination\u2019s many exciting, inspiring and relaxing experiences with the world.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWhether you are new to the NBA or a passionate fan, NBA District will offer a first-of-its kind NBA experience in the heart of the city,\u201d said NBA Head of Fan Engagement and Direct-to-Consumer for Europe and the Middle East, George Aivazoglou.\u00a0 \u201cFeaturing interactive basketball activities, authentic NBA game entertainment, appearances by NBA legends and more, NBA District will be a celebration of all things NBA and the perfect backdrop to our first games in Abu Dhabi.\u201d<\/p>\n

A one-day ticket for NBA District costs AED 55, while a ticket for all five days is AED 215.\u00a0 Fans can purchase tickets to NBA District and The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 by visiting\u00a0NBAEvents.com\/AbuDhabi<\/a>\u00a0and follow @NBAArabic on\u00a0Facebook<\/a>,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Twitter<\/a>\u00a0for the latest updates, news and content in Arabic.\u00a0 Fans can also download the\u00a0NBA Events App<\/a>\u00a0for details about appearances and special events at NBA District.\u00a0 Additional events, activities and appearances will be announced prior to the event.<\/p>\n

The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 will air live in the UAE and across the Middle East and North Africa on beIN SPORTS, The Sports Channel and NBA League Pass, the league\u2019s premium live game subscription service, reaching reach fans in more than 200 countries and territories around the world on television, digital media and social media.\u00a0 The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 and surrounding events will be supported by a roster of marketing partners, including Gatorade, NBA 2K23, Nike, SAP, Tissot and Visit Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n

The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 are part of a ground-breaking multiyear collaboration between the NBA and DCT Abu Dhabi that earlier this year saw the launch of the first Jr. NBA Abu Dhabi League, a youth basketball league for 450 boys and girls ages 11-14 from schools across Abu Dhabi.\u00a0 The collaboration also includes a variety of interactive fan events featuring appearances by current and former NBA players, a series of NBA FIT clinics promoting health and wellness, and an NBA 2K League exhibition event.\u00a0 Additional programming and events around The NBA Abu Dhabi Games 2022 will be announced prior to the games.<\/p>\n

The collaboration also sees DCT Abu Dhabi, under \u201cVisit Abu Dhabi,\u201d the tourism promotion initiative of the UAE\u2019s capital city, serve as an Official Tourism Destination Partner of the NBA in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and China.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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