Courtesy of Mike Cawood
FAYETTEVILLE – Arkansas basketball will host its second annual “Primetime at the Palace” as the official tip-off for the 2026-27 season on Oct. 2 (Friday) at 8:00 pm in Bud Walton Arena. Doors open for the event at 7 pm.
The event will be free to the public. However, all fans, regardless of age, are required to claim their free ticket for entry. There will be designated student seating and premium seating will be available, with all other seating options being general admission. The arena clear bag policy will be in effect.
This evening will start with the official introductions of third-year head coach John Calipari’s men’s team and second-year women’s head coach Kelsi Musick’s squad.
The excitement-filled event will additionally feature an exclusive event-themed T-shirt giveaway for the first 5,000 fans, a dunk contest, a 3-point shooting contest and a men’s Red-White scrimmage and much more.
Parking in lots adjacent to the arena will be free and on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 5 pm on that Friday (Oct. 2).
Event details:
5:00 pm: On-Campus Parking Lots Open to Public
7:00 pm: Arena Doors Open
8:00 pm: Event Begins
9:30 pm: Event Ends
