Due to popular demand, Whai Basketball is back to host another free accessible community event at the Tauranga city centre basketball half court next to the waterfront playground.

Meet some of the team, shoot hoops with the pros, learn tips and tricks, enjoy sweet sounds and good vibes with DJ Double D and legend MC Francis Kora on the mic.

Phoenix Performing Arts will also light up the court, with ‘Flame’ Hip Hop Crew and an adult duo showcasing their skills in the lead up to the national Project Youth Hip Hop comp being held at Mercury Baypark over King’s Birthday weekend. They’ll be teaching some mean moves too, so get ready to groove!

There are epic prizes up for grabs including Whai merch and home game tickets, free face painting, and Waitomo spin to win fuel.

This is an event you won’t want to miss. Lock in the date and tell your whānau and friends!

* Postponement date for poor weather is Sunday, 18 May.

Parking
All parking in Tauranga city centre is free after 5pm and all weekend. Check out the map below for parking options near Tauranga waterfront. For full parking information visit tauranga.govt.nz/parking.

Please note: there will be a rolling road closure in place on Devonport Road from The Strand to Fourth Avenue, from 1pm-1.45pm for the Bethlehem Tertiary Institute Graduation.

The Whai Basketball event finishes at 12.30pm but we suggest you factor this in if you plan to stay in the city centre over this time.