NBA All-Star Weekend Returns to NBC and Peacock

Full schedule of games, events, and entertainment for the 2026 NBA All-Star festivities.

Feb. 13, 2026 at 2:15am

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The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend is set to take place in Inglewood, California, with a packed schedule of on-court action, skills competitions, and off-court entertainment. The weekend will feature the NBA All-Star Game, Rising Stars Challenge, 3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, and more, all airing live on NBC and Peacock.

Why it matters

The NBA All-Star Weekend is one of the league's marquee events, showcasing the top talent in the sport and providing a platform for the league to engage with fans through a variety of interactive experiences and performances. The move to air the event on NBC and Peacock will allow for wider viewership and expanded coverage of the festivities.

The details

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend will take place from February 13-15, with the main events scheduled for Saturday and Sunday. The weekend will kick off on Friday with the Rising Stars Challenge, featuring the league's top young players. Saturday will see the return of fan-favorite events like the 3-Point Contest and Dunk Contest, leading up to the highly anticipated All-Star Game on Sunday. This year's All-Star Game will feature a unique format, with the 24 players divided into three teams - two USA teams and one World team - competing in a round-robin tournament.

  • The NBA All-Star Weekend will take place from February 13-15, 2026.
  • The NBA All-Star Game is scheduled for Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 5:00 PM ET.
  • The Rising Stars Challenge will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:00 PM ET.
  • The 3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, and other All-Star Saturday Night events will take place on February 14, 2026 starting at 5:00 PM ET.

The players

Adam Silver

The Commissioner of the National Basketball Association.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring the NBA All-Star Weekend back to NBC and Peacock, giving fans more ways than ever to experience the excitement and entertainment of this marquee event.”

— Adam Silver, NBA Commissioner

What’s next

Fans can sign up for Peacock to access live coverage of the entire NBA All-Star Weekend, including the Rising Stars Challenge, 3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, and the main All-Star Game.

The takeaway

The 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend promises to be a must-see event, with a unique format for the All-Star Game, a return to NBC and Peacock for expanded coverage, and a variety of interactive experiences and entertainment for basketball fans of all ages.