Harlem Globetrotters Announces 2026 Date at Utilita Arena Newcastle to Celebrate Their 100 Year Anniversary
The world-renowned Harlem Globetrotters will return to the United Kingdom in early 2026 as part of their global centennial celebrations, bringing their unique blend of basketball brilliance, entertainment, and cultural legacy to arenas across the country. The tour will visit Utilita Arena Newcastle on Saturday 7th March 2026.
Over the years, the Globetrotters have performed in more than 127 countries, across six continents, reaching over 148 million fans. The team has long been a cultural force with Honorary Globetrotters including Nelson Mandela, Pope Francis, Usain Bolt, Lionel Messi and more.
The Globetrotters are experiencing a renewed resurgence in both sport and entertainment, with recent brand expansion with its return to network television for the first time in 40 years with their Emmy nominated NBC series “Harlem Globetrotters: Play it Forward;” content partnerships including Hidden Pictures, Atmosphere TV, and Hearts Media Production Group; and consumer partnerships including official tour partner, Jersey Mikes, official ball partner, Spalding, Viral Nation, Hoopculture, and Citi.
Tickets for Harlem Globetrotters at Utilita Arena Newcastle on Saturday 7th March 2026 are on sale from Friday 27th June at 12PM from www.utilitaarena.co.uk.
