IT’S TIP OFF SEASON FOR THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS TICKETS GO ON SALE TODAY FOR THE HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS 2025 WORLD TOUR
The World-Famous, Harlem Globetrotters are coming to a city near you! The legendary and awe-inspiring basketball team have announced their upcoming 2025 World Tour beginning Thursday, December 26, 2024 with global tickets on sale today, it was announced by Keith Dawkins, President, Harlem Globetrotters & Herschend Entertainment Studios.
“The Harlem Globetrotters continue to be celebrated as ambassadors of goodwill, combining sportsmanship and entertainment while bringing joy to families all over the world,” said Dawkins. “Our global tour remains a core part of our business but we’ve also been able to expand the brand with new widely distributed content, new strategic partners, unique merchandise offerings, elevated social extensions and deeper fan experiences. This increased activity has us well positioned for our 100-year anniversary in 2026 and beyond.”
Revered for their exceptional athleticism, basketball wizardry, and heartwarming interactions with fans of all ages, they will captivate audiences with never-before-seen tricks, fan engagement, and heartwarming moments that have become synonymous with the Harlem Globetrotters. Tour schedule and ticket purchase can be found HERE and directly on the Harlem Globetrotters website.
The North American leg of the tour, sponsored by Jersey Mike’s Subs, begins Thursday, December 26 with the tour continuing throughout spring 2025. International markets such as France, United Kingdom, Italy, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, Belgium, Netherlands, Mexico and across Asia are just a few of the many locations the Harlem Globetrotters will be touring in, winter 2025 and running through the remainder of the year. Spalding continues its role as the official global ball partner of the Harlem Globetrotters.
Citi cardmembers will have access to pre-sale tickets in select markets beginning 10:00 a.m. ET Tuesday, September 17th – Sunday, September 29th 10:00 p.m. ET through the Citi Entertainment program. For complete presale details visit www.citientertainment.com
The Harlem Globetrotters Pre-Sale Begins Monday, September 23rd. Fans can request an early access code now at HarlemGlobetrotters.com.
ABOUT THE WORLD-FAMOUS HARLEM GLOBETROTTERS™ / HERSCHEND ENTERTAINMENT STUDIOS
The Harlem Globetrotters™ are THE originators of basketball style; captured by their dynamic athleticism, unique skill and historical influence on the modern game of basketball. Since 1926, the Globetrotters, proud members of the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, have used their legendary global tour to showcase their iconic brand of basketball to tens of millions in over 124 countries and territories across six continents.
They have expanded the brand by coming back to network television for the first time in 40 years with their Emmy nominated NBC series “Harlem Globetrotters: Play it Forward” which also airs on Telemundo as “Harlem Globetrotters: Ganando Con La Comunidad.” Content partners include Hidden Pictures, Atmosphere TV, and Hearts Media Production Group; consumer partnerships include, Sprayground, Undercrwn, Macys, Hybrid; and additional partnerships include our official tour partner Jersey Mikes, official ball partner, Spalding, Viral Nation, Hoopculture, and Citi.
Coined by the U.S. State Department in 1951 as Ambassadors of Goodwill, the team leverages their moniker to drive its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) efforts around their strategic pillars of Health & Wellness, Education, and Community Empowerment. These efforts have yielded partnership with the likes of Microsoft, U.S. State Department Sports Diplomacy, The National Archives, ‘Great Assist’ in partnership with Jersey Mike’s Subs, Campus Multimedia Court of Creativity, and Comic Relief Red Nose Day.
For more information about the Harlem Globetrotters™ and the Tour, visit the Globetrotters’ official website: www.harlemglobetrotters.com. The Harlem Globetrotters™ is a subsidiary of Herschend, the largest family-owned themed attractions company.
Event Begins at 7:00pm
Doors open at 6:00pm
Tickets go on sale to the public on 9/30 at 10:00am
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In order to ensure the safety and security of all patrons attending events in The Holmes Center, the following policies have been put into effect starting January 1, 2021.
To help in speeding up the screening and entry process, The Holmes Center asks that all patrons limit the size of purses and secure all other bags at home or in your vehicle before coming to the venue.
The Holmes Center Bag Policy
Saturday, May 11
9 a.m. ceremony
Walker College of Business
1 p.m. ceremony
College of Arts and Sciences
Actuarial Science • Anthropology • Biology • Chemistry and Fermentation Sciences • Computer Science • Geography and Planning • Geological and Environmental Sciences • Government and Justice Studies • Mathematical Sciences • Physics and Astronomy • Veterinary Technology
5 p.m. ceremony
College of Arts and Sciences
Appalachian Studies • English • Gender, Women’s and Sexuality Studies • Global Studies • History • Interdisciplinary Studies • Languages, Literatures and Cultures • Philosophy and Religion • Psychology • Sociology
About Commencement
Tickets are not needed for the commencement ceremonies.
Graduates do not need to register and they may invite an unlimited number of guests.
During each ceremony, graduates will walk across the stage in Holmes Convocation Center, have their names announced and be professionally photographed receiving their diploma covers. App State Chancellor Sheri Everts will confer degrees upon graduates at each ceremony.
See below for information for graduates and faculty participants, as well as information for guests.
Accessibility Information
App State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities.
If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate in commencement events on the basis of a disability, contact the Office of Access & Equity: Disability Resources (odr@appstate.edu or 828-262-3056). Remote live captioning will be displayed on the jumbotron during the ceremony. Please make disability accommodation requests at least two weeks prior to the commencement ceremony.
Where is the accessibility seating in the Holmes Center?
The Holmes Center makes every effort to meet the needs of all guests and provides arena accessibility information regarding accessible seating and restroom locations.
Guests should use the accessible SW entrance off of Holmes Drive, which leads to section 9 in the arena. A passenger elevator is also located at section 9 for use on a per-event basis.
Is wheelchair assistance available?
Wheelchair assistance by trained medical personnel to accessible seating is available by request at the First Aid Station in section 9.
App State does not maintain a supply of wheelchairs for personal use. It is recommended that guests with limited mobility work with a medical supply store or pharmacy for short-term wheelchair options/rentals.
Is assistive communication available?
Assistive listening devices are available at the Holmes Center on a first-come, first-served basis at the SW box office located at section 9.
Are service animals allowed?
Only service animals (dog or miniature horse) trained to perform specific tasks to mitigate functional limitations of a disability in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act are permitted in the arena.
Comprehensive information regarding animals on campus can be found in the Animals on Campus Policy.
Parking
Visit App State’s interactive campus map to view available commencement parking, including disability parking.
Where can graduates and guests park?
Free parking for graduates and guests attending commencement ceremonies is available in these lots:
All parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Plan to be parked at least one hour prior to when the commencement ceremony is scheduled to begin. This is to allow sufficient time to navigate from parking lots to the Holmes Center and be seated.
Will shuttles be available?
Courtesy shuttles are available to pick up graduates/guests at Peacock Lot and New River Hall Lot. Graduates/guests are strongly encouraged to arrive early.
- The Peacock Lot shuttle will run a continuous loop from Peacock Lot to the Holmes Center.
- The New River Hall Lot shuttle — for guests parked in New River Hall Lot, Garwood Lot and Blue Ridge Parking Deck (Stadium) — will run a continuous loop from New River Hall Lot to the Holmes Center.
Shuttle times:
- Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11: beginning at 7:30 a.m. and running one hour after the conclusion of the final ceremony.
Commencement parking is also available in the Rivers Street Parking Deck; however, shuttle service is not available from this location. The Rivers Street Parking Deck is two blocks from the Holmes Center.
Where can I find disability parking?
The John E. Thomas Visitor and Faculty/Staff Lots across from the Holmes Center and the nearby Hill Street Lot are available on a first-come, first-served basis for graduates/guests with DMV-issued disability placards.
A courtesy shuttle equipped with a wheelchair lift is available to pick up graduates/guests at Hill Street Lot. This shuttle will run a continuous loop from Hill Street Lot to the Holmes Center.
Shuttle times:
- Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11: beginning at 7:30 a.m. and running one hour after the conclusion of the final ceremony.
Traffic control personnel will be at the intersection of Rivers and Hill streets to direct graduates/guests to the appropriate parking area and accessible routes to the Southwest entrance of the Holmes Center. Graduates/guests are strongly encouraged to arrive early.
- All lots have designated disability parking options. Graduates/guests with limited mobility can also park in Peacock Lot and ride the courtesy shuttle.
In order to ensure the safety and security of all patrons attending events in The Holmes Center, the following policies have been put into effect starting January 1, 2021.
To help in speeding up the screening and entry process, The Holmes Center asks that all patrons limit the size of purses and secure all other bags at home or in your vehicle before coming to the venue.
The Holmes Center Bag Policy
Friday, May 10
9 a.m. ceremony
College of Fine and Applied Arts
1 p.m. ceremony
Hayes School of Music
Reich College of Education
University College
5 p.m. ceremony
Beaver College of Health Sciences
About Commencement
Tickets are not needed for the commencement ceremonies.
Graduates do not need to register and they may invite an unlimited number of guests.
During each ceremony, graduates will walk across the stage in Holmes Convocation Center, have their names announced and be professionally photographed receiving their diploma covers. App State Chancellor Sheri Everts will confer degrees upon graduates at each ceremony.
See below for information for graduates and faculty participants, as well as information for guests.
Accessibility Information
App State is committed to providing an inclusive experience for individuals with disabilities.
If accommodations are needed in order to fully participate in commencement events on the basis of a disability, contact the Office of Access & Equity: Disability Resources (odr@appstate.edu or 828-262-3056). Remote live captioning will be displayed on the jumbotron during the ceremony. Please make disability accommodation requests at least two weeks prior to the commencement ceremony.
Where is the accessibility seating in the Holmes Center?
The Holmes Center makes every effort to meet the needs of all guests and provides arena accessibility information regarding accessible seating and restroom locations.
Guests should use the accessible SW entrance off of Holmes Drive, which leads to section 9 in the arena. A passenger elevator is also located at section 9 for use on a per-event basis.
Is wheelchair assistance available?
Wheelchair assistance by trained medical personnel to accessible seating is available by request at the First Aid Station in section 9.
App State does not maintain a supply of wheelchairs for personal use. It is recommended that guests with limited mobility work with a medical supply store or pharmacy for short-term wheelchair options/rentals.
Is assistive communication available?
Assistive listening devices are available at the Holmes Center on a first-come, first-served basis at the SW box office located at section 9.
Are service animals allowed?
Only service animals (dog or miniature horse) trained to perform specific tasks to mitigate functional limitations of a disability in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act are permitted in the arena.
Comprehensive information regarding animals on campus can be found in the Animals on Campus Policy.
Parking
Visit App State’s interactive campus map to view available commencement parking, including disability parking.
Where can graduates and guests park?
Free parking for graduates and guests attending commencement ceremonies is available in these lots:
All parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Plan to be parked at least one hour prior to when the commencement ceremony is scheduled to begin. This is to allow sufficient time to navigate from parking lots to the Holmes Center and be seated.
Will shuttles be available?
Courtesy shuttles are available to pick up graduates/guests at Peacock Lot and New River Hall Lot. Graduates/guests are strongly encouraged to arrive early.
- The Peacock Lot shuttle will run a continuous loop from Peacock Lot to the Holmes Center.
- The New River Hall Lot shuttle — for guests parked in New River Hall Lot, Garwood Lot and Blue Ridge Parking Deck (Stadium) — will run a continuous loop from New River Hall Lot to the Holmes Center.
Shuttle times:
- Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11: beginning at 7:30 a.m. and running one hour after the conclusion of the final ceremony.
Commencement parking is also available in the Rivers Street Parking Deck; however, shuttle service is not available from this location. The Rivers Street Parking Deck is two blocks from the Holmes Center.
Where can I find disability parking?
The John E. Thomas Visitor and Faculty/Staff Lots across from the Holmes Center and the nearby Hill Street Lot are available on a first-come, first-served basis for graduates/guests with DMV-issued disability placards.
A courtesy shuttle equipped with a wheelchair lift is available to pick up graduates/guests at Hill Street Lot. This shuttle will run a continuous loop from Hill Street Lot to the Holmes Center.
Shuttle times:
- Friday, May 10, and Saturday, May 11: beginning at 7:30 a.m. and running one hour after the conclusion of the final ceremony.
Traffic control personnel will be at the intersection of Rivers and Hill streets to direct graduates/guests to the appropriate parking area and accessible routes to the Southwest entrance of the Holmes Center. Graduates/guests are strongly encouraged to arrive early.
- All lots have designated disability parking options. Graduates/guests with limited mobility can also park in Peacock Lot and ride the courtesy shuttle.
Each April, the Apparel Design and Merchandising Program in Appalachian’s Department of Applied Design hosts an open fashion showcase featuring student and faculty creations. The student collections are judged by a panel of industry experts, and family, friends, faculty and the community are invited to attend this capstone event honoring the achievements of graduating seniors.
Fashion Show starts at 4:00pm
Doors open at 3:00pm
Enter at the NW Entrance.
The Holmes Center’s Clear bag Policy will be in effect: https://theholmescenter.com/plan-your-visit/bag-admission-policy/
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