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2026 League of Legends World Championship Final

Sat, Nov 14, 2026Barclays Center · Brooklyn

The 2026 League of Legends World Championship Final comes to Barclays Center, bringing the game’s top competitive stage to Brooklyn. The venue lists a noon event time, but this page does not publish that as the final start until Riot’s official broadcast and competition schedule confirms it. Fans can expect a major international esports production, with finalists determined through the preceding tournament rounds. Use the official event and Riot channels for confirmed timing, team qualification, ticket access and venue policies. Plan for arena screening and Atlantic Terminal crowds. Because global broadcasts and competitive schedules can change, verify the final start before traveling. No teams, match length or ceremony details are assumed here beyond what official sources announce.

Brooklyn Nets vs. Philadelphia 76ers

Mon, Nov 16, 2026 · 7:30 PM ETBarclays Center · Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Nets host the Philadelphia 76ers at Barclays Center on Monday, November 16, 2026. For New York fans, it is the first chance to see this season's 76ers in Brooklyn — NBA.com notes LeBron James is starting his record 24th season with Philadelphia after joining the team. Barclays Center opens doors 90 minutes before tipoff for Nets games. The arena is at Atlantic and Flatbush avenues, directly above the Atlantic Av–Barclays Ctr subway station, with LIRR service at Atlantic Terminal next door.

Brooklyn Nets vs. Orlando Magic

Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · 7:30 PM ETBarclays Center · Brooklyn

The Brooklyn Nets host the Orlando Magic at Barclays Center on Friday, November 20, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET in an NBA Cup group-stage game. NBA.com lists the matchup in East Group A, so the result counts toward the in-season tournament standings as well as the regular season — a small edge of stakes for a November game. Barclays Center opens doors 90 minutes before tipoff for Nets games. The arena is directly above the Atlantic Av–Barclays Ctr subway station, and the LIRR stops at Atlantic Terminal next door.

The Frozen Apple: Cornell vs. Maine

Sat, Nov 28, 2026Madison Square Garden · New York

The Frozen Apple brings Cornell Big Red men’s hockey and the Maine Black Bears to Madison Square Garden for a marquee college matchup. The event gives alumni, students and New York hockey fans a chance to see both programs on the Garden ice in a standalone late-November game. The exact start time should be taken from the official event listing once finalized rather than inferred. Use Penn Station transit when possible and allow extra time for security around the holiday weekend. Follow the official Garden page for current seats, mobile-ticket guidance and accessibility information. Rosters and game presentation can change as the season develops, so confirm final details before traveling.

St. John's vs. Arizona — Hall of Fame Series NYC

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · 12:00 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

The St. John's Red Storm face the Arizona Wildcats in the Hall of Fame Series New York City at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, December 5, 2026. Tip-off is 12:00 PM ET, with doors at 11:00 AM, and the game airs on FOX. It's a rare December nonconference matchup between a Big East program that calls the Garden a second home and a national power from the West — one of the bigger college basketball games in NYC this season. Tickets go on sale Wednesday, October 21 at 12 PM ET through Madison Square Garden and Ticketmaster. MSG sits at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza above Penn Station (34 St–Penn Station on the 1/2/3 and A/C/E).

CBS Sports Classic 2026: Kansas vs. Ohio State & North Carolina vs. Kentucky

Sat, Dec 19, 2026 · 12:00 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

The 2026 CBS Sports Classic doubleheader takes over Madison Square Garden on Saturday, December 19, 2026. Kansas plays Ohio State at 12:00 PM ET, followed by North Carolina vs. Kentucky at 2:30 PM ET. Doors open at 11:00 AM. Four of college basketball's biggest programs share one afternoon at the Garden, and one ticket covers both games. Tickets are on sale now through Madison Square Garden and Ticketmaster; official travel packages with hotel stays are sold through the CBS Sports Classic site. MSG is at 4 Pennsylvania Plaza above Penn Station.

Duke Blue Devils vs. Texas Tech Red Raiders Men's Basketball

Mon, Dec 21, 2026 · 7:00 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

Duke and Texas Tech meet in men's college basketball at Madison Square Garden on Monday, December 21, 2026, a rematch of last December's MSG game won 82-81 by the Red Raiders. Doors open at 6:00 PM and tip-off is at 7:00 PM ET. The game streams on Prime Video. Public on-sale date is still to be announced by MSG.

Empire State Holiday Invitational

Mon, Dec 28 – Tue, Dec 29, 2026 · 3:00 PM ETUBS Arena · Elmont

The inaugural Empire State Holiday Invitational brings four NCAA Division I men's college hockey programs — host LIU, Army West Point, Ferris State and St. Lawrence — to UBS Arena, home ice of the New York Islanders. Monday, December 28: St. Lawrence vs. Ferris State at 3:00 PM, then LIU vs. Army West Point at 7:00 PM. Tuesday, December 29: consolation game (Day 1 non-advancing teams) at 3:00 PM and championship game (Day 1 winners) at 7:00 PM. Tickets are sold per day, and each day's ticket covers both games.

NYRR Midnight Run & Fireworks

Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · 11:59 PM ETCentral Park · New York

New York Road Runners sends the Midnight Run off at 11:59 PM on December 31, so the four-mile race starts as the year turns and fireworks go up over Central Park. There is a costume parade and a dance party beforehand, and the crowd is a mix of serious club runners and people who signed up on a dare. Registration is handled by NYRR with member and non-member pricing; spectators can watch the fireworks from the park for free. Dress for winter — the start line at midnight in Manhattan is cold, whatever the costume.

Harlem Globetrotters — Rivalry Tour

Sun, Jan 3, 2027 · 2:00 PM ETBarclays Center · Brooklyn

Harlem Globetrotters — Rivalry Tour takes place at Barclays Center in Prospect Heights on Sunday, January 3, 2027 at 2:00 PM, America/New_York time. The Harlem Globetrotters bring their Rivalry Tour basketball entertainment to Brooklyn. Use the official ticket link for this Barclays Center performance. Location: 620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat

Fri, Jan 8, 2027 · 7:45 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat takes place at Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan on Friday, January 8, 2027 at 7:45 PM, America/New_York time. PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat brings professional bull riding to Madison Square Garden. This listing covers one competition session. The organizer supplies a shared ticket selector for the three dates; choose this exact session before purchase. Admission policy: All ages welcome; ages 2+ require tickets; under 2 on guardian lap.. Location: 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat

Sat, Jan 9, 2027 · 7:45 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat takes place at Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan on Saturday, January 9, 2027 at 7:45 PM, America/New_York time. PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat brings professional bull riding to Madison Square Garden. This listing covers one competition session. The organizer supplies a shared ticket selector for the three dates; choose this exact session before purchase. Admission policy: All ages welcome; ages 2+ require tickets; under 2 on guardian lap.. Location: 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat

Sun, Jan 10, 2027 · 1:45 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat takes place at Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan on Sunday, January 10, 2027 at 1:45 PM, America/New_York time. PBR Monster Energy Buck Off at the Garden presented by Ariat brings professional bull riding to Madison Square Garden. This listing covers one competition session. The organizer supplies a shared ticket selector for the three dates; choose this exact session before purchase. Admission policy: All ages welcome; ages 2+ require tickets; under 2 on guardian lap.. Location: 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Unrivaled Basketball League

Fri, Jan 22, 2027 · 7:30 PM ETBarclays Center · Brooklyn

Unrivaled Basketball League takes place at Barclays Center in Prospect Heights on Friday, January 22, 2027 at 7:30 PM, America/New_York time. Unrivaled brings professional women’s basketball to Brooklyn for one ticketed doubleheader featuring four clubs and two games. Location: 620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Monster Jam

Fri, Jan 29, 2027 · 7:00 PM ETUBS Arena · Elmont

Monster Jam takes place at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on Friday, January 29, 2027 at 7:00 PM, America/New_York time. Monster Jam brings its motorsports and monster-truck entertainment to UBS Arena. This listing is for the specific session shown above. The organizer’s official ticket link opens a shared UBS Arena performance selector; select this exact date and time before paying. Admission policy: All guests age 2 and older require a ticket. Location: 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

New York Knicks vs. Los Angeles Lakers

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · 8:30 PM ETMadison Square Garden · New York

New York Knicks vs. Los Angeles Lakers takes place at Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 8:30 PM, America/New_York time. The New York Knicks host the Los Angeles Lakers for an NBA game at Madison Square Garden. The official venue lists an 8:30 PM tipoff. Location: 4 Penn Plaza, New York, NY 10001. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Monster Jam

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · 12:00 PM ETUBS Arena · Elmont

Monster Jam takes place at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 12:00 PM, America/New_York time. Monster Jam brings its motorsports and monster-truck entertainment to UBS Arena. This listing is for the specific session shown above. The organizer’s official ticket link opens a shared UBS Arena performance selector; select this exact date and time before paying. Admission policy: All guests age 2 and older require a ticket. Location: 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Monster Jam

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · 6:00 PM ETUBS Arena · Elmont

Monster Jam takes place at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on Saturday, January 30, 2027 at 6:00 PM, America/New_York time. Monster Jam brings its motorsports and monster-truck entertainment to UBS Arena. This listing is for the specific session shown above. The organizer’s official ticket link opens a shared UBS Arena performance selector; select this exact date and time before paying. Admission policy: All guests age 2 and older require a ticket. Location: 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Monster Jam

Sun, Jan 31, 2027 · 1:00 PM ETUBS Arena · Elmont

Monster Jam takes place at UBS Arena in Belmont Park on Sunday, January 31, 2027 at 1:00 PM, America/New_York time. Monster Jam brings its motorsports and monster-truck entertainment to UBS Arena. This listing is for the specific session shown above. The organizer’s official ticket link opens a shared UBS Arena performance selector; select this exact date and time before paying. Admission policy: All guests age 2 and older require a ticket. Location: 2400 Hempstead Turnpike, Elmont, NY 11003. Consult the official event or ticket page for current booking status and any event-specific admission requirements. Prices and seat inventory can change; no unverified price or availability is promised.

Empire Classic — Syracuse vs. Rutgers

Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · 11:00 AM ETBarclays Center · Brooklyn

The Empire Classic brings Syracuse and Rutgers men's basketball to Barclays Center in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn, on Saturday, February 6, 2027 at 11:00 AM, America/New_York time. The game airs on ESPN2. The Orange and the Scarlet Knights meet in the event benefiting Wounded Warrior Project. Doors open 60 minutes before tip-off. Barclays Center lists tickets as on sale TBA; check the official event page for on-sale details. Location: Barclays Center, 620 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11217.