2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships
June 24 – 28, 2026
The Visit Knoxville Sports Commission is thrilled to welcome back the 2026 AAU Girls Basketball World Championships this June! Games will be held at the beautiful Knoxville Convention Center and the adjacent World’s Fair Exhibition Hall just a few steps away. Both venues are nestled in the heart of Downtown Knoxville, within walking distance of numerous hotels and over 75 restaurants in a one-mile radius. Knoxville is proud to host this prestigious event and welcomes all teams, players, and fans to enjoy everything our vibrant city has to offer. Join us for an unforgettable event and week in Knoxville!
TOURNAMENT DETAILS
KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
Your complete tournament guide!
AAU APP
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STREAMING
Missing the action? Watch the games online!
Tickets – CARD ONLY!
Tournament Passes: Adults (14+): $80, Youth (6-13): $40, 5 & Under: Free.
Day Passes: Adults (14+): $25, Youth (6-13): $15, 5 & Under: Free.
▶ Reminder: All ticket purchases are cashless. Accepted payment methods include Visa, Discover, Mastercard, American Express, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and most major debit and credit cards. This is a cashless venue.
▶ Please Note: All sales are final. Wristbands are required for entry & must be worn at all times. Lost, removed, or damaged wristbands cannot be replaced. A new wristband must be purchased for re-entry. The tournament spans 4 days. Attendees planning to attend all 4 days can save money by purchasing a Tournament Pass. Tournament Passes will be available for purchase onsite on Wednesday and Thursday only.
TOURNAMENT LOCATIONS:
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12)
701 Henley Street | Knoxville, TN 37902
World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 – 19)
935 World’s Fair Park Drive | Knoxville, TN 37902
▶ Court Location Reminder:
Please note that Courts 1–12 are located inside the Knoxville Convention Center, while Courts 13–19 are located inside the World’s Fair Exhibition Hall. These are separate facilities connected by World's Fair Park and are approximately a 5–7 minute walk apart. Follow the signs and red dotted path between buildings!
Schedule of Events
WEDNESDAY. 6/24
Team Registration
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
*TEAMS THAT REGISTER THIS DAY WILL BE ENTERED IN A PRIZE DRAWING*
Knoxville Convention Center
Tournament Passes Pre-Sale
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Knoxville Convention Center
Optional Team Practice
12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
SIGN UP HERE
Knoxville Convention Center
Opening Ceremony
6:00 PM (doors open)
Covenant Health Park
▶ Keynote Speaker: Michelle Marciniak (former Lady Vol, NCAA Champion, All-American, WNBA player, and current CEO of the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame).
▶ Prepare for a Pin Exchange!
▶ CLEAR BAG POLICY IN PLACE
▶ PARKING INFORMATION: CLICK HERE. Plan ahead! Parking lots near Covenant Health Park require payment and have varying ownership. Check the signage at each lot to confirm pricing and how to pay. All lots are monitored and subject to towing. Carpooling is recommended.
THURSDAY, 6/25
Continued Team Registration
8 AM – TBD (Teams registering must be present a minimum of 2 hours before their first game)
Knoxville Convention Center
Tournament Passes On Sale
LAST DAY TO PURCHASE
Knoxville Convention Center
Pool Play
Check AAU Basketball App for game times!
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12) & World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 - 19)
Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Inductees Panel (OPTIONAL)
2:30 PM – 3:15 PM (Doors at 2:00 PM)
Knoxville Convention Center Lecture Hall
▶ TOURNAMENT EXCLUSIVE: Don’t miss a special private panel featuring the 2026 Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame inductees! Please note: Meet-and-greets, autographs, and photos will not be available. Limited space - first come, first served!
FRIDAY, 6/26
Pool Play & Bracket Play
Check AAU Basketball App for game times!
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12) & World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 - 19)
SATURDAY, 6/27
Bracket Play
Check AAU Basketball App for game times!
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12) & World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 - 19)
Offsite Add-On Event: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee Autograph Session
10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
Tennessee Theatre
▶ OPTIONAL, TICKETS REQUIRED ONSITE. $15 admission onsite (Includes poster. Admission is limited and not guaranteed, so arrive early! This event is open to the public with ticket purchase.)
Offsite Add-On Event: Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
5:45 PM
Tennessee Theatre
▶ OPTIONAL, TICKETS REQUIRED. This event is open to the public with ticket purchase. Purchase tickets at wbhof.com/induction and use code CELEBRATE for a special AAU Buy One, Get One offer!
SUNDAY, 6/28
Conclusion of Bracket Play
Check AAU Basketball App for game times!
Knoxville Convention Center (Courts 1 – 12) & World’s Fair Exhibition Hall (Courts 13 - 19)
Awards to be presented throughout the day
Knoxville Information
Parking
Downtown Knoxville offers several public parking garages in walking distance to the tournament venue.
Visitor Information
Take a timeout and experience Knoxville with convenient visitor information and resources during your stay. From local attractions to top notch dining options, we can’t wait for you to experience Knoxville!
