Hawks Host Trail Blazers for Next Gen Night

Fans can enjoy Novelis baseball hat giveaway and entertainment from Harry the Hawk and ATL Dancers

Mar. 2, 2026 at 8:55pm

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The Atlanta Hawks are hosting the Portland Trail Blazers at State Farm Arena on March 1, 2026 for Next Gen Night. The first 5,000 kids entering the arena will receive a free Novelis baseball hat, and the event will feature high-energy entertainment from the Hawks' mascot Harry the Hawk, the ATL Dancers, and other young Hawks fans.

Why it matters

Next Gen Night is part of the Hawks' efforts to engage younger fans and the next generation of basketball enthusiasts in Atlanta. The event offers family-friendly activities and giveaways to create an exciting game-day experience for kids and their families.

The details

The doors will open at 5:00 PM for the general public, with season ticket members able to enter at 4:45 PM. In addition to the Novelis hat giveaway, fans can purchase game day experiences like early entry, pre-game courtside access, tunnel experiences, and post-game free throws. Group tickets are also available for families, friends, teams, and organizations.

  • The game between the Hawks and Trail Blazers is scheduled for March 1, 2026 at 6:00 PM.
  • Doors will open at 5:00 PM for the general public and 4:45 PM for season ticket members.

The players

Atlanta Hawks

The Atlanta Hawks are an American professional basketball team based in Atlanta, Georgia, and a member of the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Portland Trail Blazers

The Portland Trail Blazers are an American professional basketball team based in Portland, Oregon, and a member of the Western Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Harry the Hawk

The official mascot of the Atlanta Hawks.

ATL Dancers

The dance team that performs at Atlanta Hawks games and other team events.

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What they’re saying

“Next Gen Night is a great way for us to connect with the next generation of Hawks fans and create an unforgettable game-day experience.”

— Steve Koonin, CEO, Atlanta Hawks (creativeloafing.com)

What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets and game day experiences through the Atlanta Hawks and State Farm Arena website and app.

The takeaway

The Hawks' Next Gen Night offers a fun and engaging way for families and young fans to experience an NBA game, with giveaways, entertainment, and exclusive experiences that cater to the next generation of basketball enthusiasts in Atlanta.