Springfield, Massachusetts is the birthplace of basketball and it’s GAME ON for HOOPLANDIA, the largest 3×3 basketball competition and celebration on the East Coast and hosted by Eastern States Exposition and the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame.

Hooplandia is not only the Northeast’s first-ever 3×3 basketball tournament for both recreational and elite players but also an all-inclusive festival jam-packed with experiences for attendees of all ages!

Most games will be played on the ESE grounds, with special games held at the Hall of Fame. Seventy-five basketball courts will be set up to accommodate more than 650 games played by approximately 2,100 participants of all ages.

Divisions of play have been created to provide an all-inclusive environment for players of all ages and playing abilities. The diverse divisions include young girls, boys, women, men, high-school-level, college-level, OGs, veterans, and more.

Players are invited to build teams of four, create their own unique team name and uniforms, and register at www.hooplandia.com. Team fees range according to age, and children in the under-8 category are free of charge.

Event Highlights:

• 3-on-3 Basketball Tournaments
• Basketball Clinics
• Live Entertainment
• Food Trucks and Vendors
• Family Activities
• Merchandise
• and More

Get ready for the kickoff of Hooplandia, the Northeast’s Ultimate 3×3 Basketball Tourney + Festival, powered by Hoop it Up. Our festivities commence on Friday, June 20, with Hooptacular, an evening filled with skills challenges and rivalry games, free for all participants. The courts will be buzzing with excitement as players showcase their skills and compete in various challenges.

What happens if it rains?

We’ve got you covered, literally! We have indoor courts painted throughout our buildings in the event that it rains, and the outdoor courts are deemed unplayable.

Where do I park?

*   Gate 9 Public Parking, located at 875 Memorial Avenue West Springfield, MA 01089

*   PLEASE NOTE: Our Gate 9 Public Parking Lot will be the only lot available for participants and spectators to park in. All other gates will be closed.

Spectators are welcome to watch the action! Admission to Hooplandia is free all weekend, and parking at Gate 9 is $10 on Saturday and Sunday.