Penticton posted Sep 13, 2023 @ 10:20am by Corvin Vaski

World-famous Harlem Globetrotters coming to the Okanagan

It is a show you do not want to miss.

The Harlem Globetrotters are set to make their return to the Okanagan as they take on their familiar foes – the Washington Generals.

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Taking place on Jan. 23, 2024, at the South Okanagan Events Centre (SOEC), the Globetrotters are some of the most creative and entertaining basketball players on the planet.

From sliding on the court while dribbling the ball to climbing on top of the backboards, the Globetrotters stretch the possibilities of the sport to its limits.

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Fans will get to see Hammer, TNT, Bulldog, Cheese, Torch, Hot Shot, Jet, Wham, Thunder and other players.

There will be lots of fan engagement throughout the evening, including a fan-filled halftime skills showcase.

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The Globetrotters have been around for nearly a century, entertaining fans across the world as different players come and go, including the legendary NBA Hall of Fame member, Wilt Chamberlain.

Tickets for the event go on sale at 10 am on Monday, Sept. 25, and can be purchased online at this link or on in person at the SOEC Valley First Box Office.

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