Oakland, CA - NBA All-Star 2025 is coming to the San Francisco Bay Area, and Oakland is set to be at the center of the action with exciting events that celebrate basketball, culture, and community. With three official games, a great location, hotel offers, award-winning dining, and amazing events - there are many ways to enjoy NBA All-Star in The Town!
OFFICIAL EVENTS
Oakland is proud to be part of the 74th NBA All-Star with events taking place at the iconic Oakland Arena. On Friday, February 14th the Ruffles NBA All Star Celebrity Game takes place at 4:00PM featuring stars from sports and entertainment in a thrilling and entertaining matchup. On Saturday, February 15th at 11:00AM, get an exclusive look at the league’s biggest stars as they prepare for the main event at the NBA All-Star Practice presented by AT&T. Later on Saturday, the NBA HBCU Classic presented by AT&T begins at 2:00PM with Morehouse College vs. Tuskegee University showcasing the talent and tradition of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Tickets for NBA All-Star events at Oakland Arena are available now on NBAEvents.com or via the NBA Events App.
STAY IN OAKLAND
Continue the celebration and stay awhile. Oakland hotels have special offers in honor of NBA All-Star. With a Love x Basketball experience at the Claremont Club & Spa that includes suite accommodations and bubbles, and a Park & Play offer at The Moxy, to hotels that feature savings with 3-Point Play packages, Slam Dunk offers more - Oakland is the place to be! From the Oakland Hills to the waterfront and all the beautiful neighborhoods in between - Oakland hotels have something for everyone. Check out the Oakland hotel offers and plan your stay.
LOCATION IS EVERYTHING
Staying in Oakland is not only fun but it’s also convenient. With multiple BART stations throughout The Town and the Ferry at Jack London Square - accessing transit to San Francisco to catch the additional games is easy! Avoid the traffic and big crowds by staying in Oakland. You’ll have plenty of time to relax and enjoy all that The Town has to offer!
ENJOY HAPPENING EVENTS
In addition to the official NBA All-Star events, visitors can experience other community events and explore Oakland’s vibrant neighborhoods, award-winning culinary scene, and thriving arts and music culture. Attend multiple Oakland events and make the most of your time in The Town!
DINE IN #1 BEST FOOD CITY IN THE U.S.
Make plans to experience an array of global cuisines that showcase the Oakland’s diverse culture. From Michelin starred and recommended restaurants to James Beard nominated venues, and local family owned establishments – Oakland’s culinary scene is a delicious dive into The Town’s creativity. With authentic restaurants and talented chefs that pay tribute to their heritage, you can eat your way around the world all while staying in Oakland. Enjoy the flavors of Afghanistan, America, China, Columbia, El Salvador, Ethiopia, France, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Peru, and so much more! Looking for the perfect beverage? Oakland has you covered. Known for its vibrant bars, master mixologists, craft breweries, and cozy wine spots – getting a refreshing cocktail, mocktail or a glass of wine or beer is easy in Oakland. Explore Oakland’s restaurants and bars waiting to welcome you to The Town.
Fans in Oakland can also get into the excitement early through the NBA ID All-Star Explorers Program, a city-wide small business scavenger hunt, by downloading the NBA Events App and registering to participate. Fans can win prizes, including tickets to NBA All-Star 2025 events, by scanning QR codes through the NBA Events App when patronizing the participating locally-owned restaurants and retail businesses located throughout the Bay Area. Fans can browse through the list of participating businesses in the NBA Events App.
Oakland is known for its creative energy, vibrant culture, and welcoming community. NBA All-Star 2025 is the perfect time to visit The Town.
To learn more about planning your trip to Oakland go to visitoakland.com.
About Visit Oakland
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