2025 NBA All-Star Weekend Ticket Info, Events, and Must-See Highlights

The NBA’s biggest stars are set to converge in San Francisco for a dazzling weekend of basketball action and entertainment from February 14-16, with a host of thrilling events that promise to make this year’s All-Star Weekend unforgettable.

Events on the Horizon
The festivities will kick off with the Ruffles Celebrity NBA All-Star Game on Friday, February 14, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific time at the Oakland Arena in Oakland, California. This exciting event, featuring celebrities like Grammy-nominated singer Shaboozey, Pro Football Hall of Famer Terrell Owens, and WWE Superstar Bayley, provides a more affordable chance to catch some star power.

Tickets for the Celebrity Game are available starting as low as $60 through platforms like Seat Geek, Vivid Seats, and StubHub.

Later that evening, the Castrol Rising Stars Challenge will take place at 6:00 p.m. Pacific at the Chase Center in San Francisco. Fans can expect an exciting showcase of up-and-coming talent as the winner of this event earns a spot in the All-Star Games on Sunday. Ticket prices for this event start around $93 on Ticketmaster.

All-Star Saturday Night
On Saturday, February 15, the highly anticipated Kia Skills Challenge, Starry 3-Point Contest, and AT&T Slam Dunk Contest will light up the evening starting at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. This jam-packed night promises a slew of jaw-dropping performances as stars like Damian Lillard defend his 3-point title, and Mac McClung aims for a third consecutive Slam Dunk victory. Ticket prices for this event range, with the lowest starting at $462 via Seat Geek.

NBA All-Star Game 2025
The pinnacle of the weekend will take place on Sunday, February 16, starting at 5:20 p.m. Pacific, with the NBA All-Star Game itself. For the first time in history, the All-Star game will feature a new format, beginning with two semifinals before culminating in a thrilling championship game. Expect the best of the best, including players from Team Shaq (led by LeBron James, Stephen Curry, and Kevin Durant) and Team Chuck (featuring Nikola Jokic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, and Trae Young), as they battle it out for All-Star supremacy. Tickets for this prestigious event start at $926 on Seat Geek.

Ticket Breakdown Here’s a quick look at the best ticket prices for key events during the weekend:

• Celebrity NBA All-Star Game:
  Seat Geek: $60
  Vivid Seats: $73
  Ticketmaster: $81.55

• Rising Stars Challenge:
  Seat Geek: $101
  Vivid Seats: $102
  Ticketmaster: $93

• All-Star Saturday Night:
  Seat Geek: $462
  Vivid Seats: $598
  Ticketmaster: $604.60

• NBA All-Star Game:
  Seat Geek: $926
  Vivid Seats: $1,019
  Ticketmaster: $1,007

With star-studded rosters and an action-packed schedule, the 2025 NBA All-Star Weekend in San Francisco is shaping up to be an unforgettable celebration of basketball talent, entertainment, and culture. Be sure to grab your tickets before they’re gone!