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CHICAGO BULLS HOME GAME | IN GAME & HALFTIME SHOW | FEB. 24 | UNITED CENTER
IN GAME & HALFTIME SHOW ELEMENTS
During the Chicago Bulls home game at the United Center on Feb. 24, 2026, Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC) with all nine of the historically African American fraternities and sororities will be featured for in game and halftime show elements.
Discounted group outing tickets are available now for HBCU/NPHC sections - with and without the NPHC co-branded hat.
Doors open at 5:30 PM. All attending members are encouraged to wear their HBCU gear and NPHC letters.
Kicking off the Bulls game, the Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir - featuring HBCU graduates from schools across the nation - will sing the national anthem under the direction of Morehouse alum Martin Woods.
Building on the 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 + 2025 halftime shows that featured all 'Divine Nine' NPHC organizations, the 2026 show has evolved to include local NPHC chapters showcasing their historic cultural legacy in innovative ways. Before the halftime step show, national NPHC presidents and leaders will be featured on the court.
While tickets last, all HBCU students/alumni, NPHC members, family and friends will be able to purchase seats in HBCU and NPHC sections located in the 100, 200 and 300 Levels.
CONFIRMED FOR 2026!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Why is buying tickets through the HBCUNPHC.COM link the best option?
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In addition to tickets being cheaper than standard tickets, this allows members and supporters of HBCU and NPHC to be near other members in similar sections to cheer, network and enjoy the game at the United Center. Links listed here also serve as a fundraiser for a local NPHC organization and has access to the limited edition NPHC hat. CLICK HERE for tickets with an NPHC hat. CLICK HERE for tickets without the co-branded hat.
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My group is huge! Are there any suite options available?
Yes. To explore purchasing suites options from Lower Level suites all the way up to our new Banner Level lofts for the night, please visit unitedcenter.com/feb24premiumseating to explore all options and pricing.
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I heard about an NPHC hat. Is there an NPHC hat with all ticket purchases for the night?
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Exclusively for this game only, there is a limited edition Bulls x NPHC hat that comes with tickets purchased through a certain link. While supplies last, you can purchase discounted tickets that come with that NPHC hat at this link: CLICK HERE
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Who from NPHC will be featured in the the halftime show?
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Building on the 2020, 2022, 2023, 2024 + 2025 halftime shows that featured all 'Divine Nine' NPHC organizations, the 2026 halftime show will showcase five members of each organization from Illinois chapters.
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How will HBCUs be featured on Feb. 24?
The national anthem will be performed by a the Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir that features HBCU graduates from around the nation under the direction of Morehouse Alum Martin Woods. FUN FACT: The Chicago HBCU Alumni Choir started because they were curated for a Bulls game at the United Center and continue singing all over Illinois!
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All gameday ticketholders and HBCU students/alumni are encouraged to wear school gear and attend.​
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How can NPHC Greeks and HBCU students and alumni support the show at the game?
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1) Tickets have been selected in HBCU/NPHC areas on the 100, 200 and 300 Levels for those who want to attend. Members of all organizations are encouraged to wear their letters, colors and school gear. To get section tickets, click here. Tickets are first come, first served. ​
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If you're already attending the game, wear your HBCU gear or NPHC letters to show support for the organizations.
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2) Follow @UnitedCenter, @NPHCHQ and all NPHC organizations on social media to watch and get energized for the day.
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Can any NPHC Greek organization or HBCU student/alumni buy the reserved group outing tickets?
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Of course! If you have ever been a member of a 'Divine Nine' organization or attended an HBCU, you are welcome to use the link at hbcunphc.com to buy group outing tickets in the HBCU/NPHC sections, or by clicking here.
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Can non-greek, non-HBCU visitors buy reserved group outing tickets to support the show on Feb. 24?
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Yes! CLICK HERE for tickets with an NPHC hat. CLICK HERE for tickets without the co-branded hat.
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Is there a general hat giveaway happening on Feb. 24 that is separate from the NPHC hat?
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Yes. The BMO Artist Hat Series is a Chicago Bulls collaboration with local artists for select games. Anyone with a game ticket that day can arrive early and get this complimentary hat at any gate while supplies last. This is separate from the NPHC hat which requires a purchase with a ticket at this link.
