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Chicago Bulls Host First-Ever Bulls Fest For Fans Labor Day Weekend
The first-ever Bulls Fest runs Sept. 3 and Sept. 4 outside the United Center, featuring music, food, drinks, a 3v3 tournament and more.
CHICAGO — Be part of history by attending the first-ever Bulls Fest, Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 3 and Sept. 4. The street festival will be held outside the United Center, 1901 W. Madison St. and runs 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. both days. Admission is free and open to all ages.
Chicago Bulls fans of all ages will find something of interest at Bulls Fest 2022, including a 3V3 tournament, youth hoops clinic, family-friendly activities, music, an art exhibition, food and drinks. Da Brat, The Chosen Few DJs Wayne Williams and Terry Harter and G Herbo will be providing the beats.
The art exhibit features original Bulls artwork curated by All Star Press and showcases 100 artists, included a limited edition JC Rivera x 1966 figurine and T-shirt.
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Admission is free, but complimentary wristbands are mandatory for concert viewing after 4:30 p.m. both days. The wristbands are available at the United Center ticket windows located near Gates 2 and 3 on Madison Street after 1 p.m. both days. Complimentary wristbands are limited to two per guest.
While Bulls Fest is mostly free, but a registration and a fee is required to enter your team in the 3V3 Tournament. Teams will compete in age groups, 8 through 35+ adults, and a wheelchair team.
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Main entry to Bulls Fest is at Madison and Wood. Guests may also enter through the United Center South Atrium, 1901 W. Madison St. Complimentary guest parking is available in parking lots K, D and J. Youth Hoops and 3V3 participants are recommended to park in Lot K.
An Uber lot will be on the northeast corner of Madison and Wood for pick-up and drop-off.
Expect a security check at all entrances, including visual, bag check and metal detector. Guests can leave and reenter, but must proceed through security inspection each time.
There are no face masks or COVID-19 vaccine requirements. Don’t come if you’re not feeling well.
Leashed dogs are welcome, but won’t be allowed indoors at the United Center.
Check out more Bulls Fest 2022 FAQs here.
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