Chicago will host the WNBA All-Star Game in 2026
The city of Chicago is preparing to host the WNBA All-Star Game in 2026, the league announced this Thursday. The event will take place on Saturday, July 25th at the United Center. This will be the second time Chicago hosts this prestigious event. Previously, the city was the venue in 2022, although on that occasion the game was played at the Wintrust Arena, the main home of the Chicago Sky of the WNBA. The United Center, known for being the home of the NBA’s Bulls and the NHL’s Blackhawks, offers a greater capacity, with around 20,900 seats for basketball games, compared to the 10,380 of the Wintrust Arena. Despite the change of main venue, Wintrust Arena will continue to be an integral part of the All-Star festivities, as it will be the stage for the three-point contest and the skills challenge, scheduled for July 24. In addition, the interactive festival for WNBA fans, WNBA Live, will take place at McCormick Place in Chicago during the All-Star weekend.This event will mark the second consecutive All-Star Game in the Midwest region for the WNBA, following this year’s edition in Indiana.The WNBA is thrilled to bring the AT&T WNBA All-Star back to Chicago, which will undoubtedly offer an unforgettable competition and community activities. Along with the Chicago Sky, we look forward to celebrating the brightest stars of the game, engaging WNBA fans from around the world, and showcasing the energy of one of the most iconic basketball cities.
Cathy Engelbert, WNBA Commissioner
The Chicago Sky are thrilled to welcome the 2026 WNBA All-Star game back to Chicago. We are eager to build on the success of the previous All-Star game and celebrate the explosive growth of the league, showcasing the biggest stars of the WNBA on a world-class stage.
Adam Fox, CEO and President of the Sky
