Atlanta Hawks Host Milwaukee Bucks for MLK Day Game

Special ticket offers and game day experiences available for annual celebration

Mar. 14, 2026 at 7:00pm

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The Atlanta Hawks will host the Milwaukee Bucks at State Farm Arena on January 19, 2026, for their annual MLK Day game. Fans can take advantage of special ticket offers and enhance their visit with game day experiences like early entry, pre-game courtside access, tunnel experiences, and post-game free throws.

Why it matters

The Hawks' MLK Day game is an annual tradition that celebrates the legacy, influence, and life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The game provides an opportunity for the Atlanta community to come together and honor the civil rights leader's impact.

The details

The game will tip off at 1:00 PM on January 19, 2026. Doors will open at 12:00 PM for the general public and 11:45 AM for Hawks season ticket members. Fans can purchase group tickets for families, friends, teams, and organizations, and reserve parking in advance. The Hawks and State Farm Arena app allows fans to add mobile tickets to their wallet for faster entry.

  • The Hawks' MLK Day game will be held on January 19, 2026.
  • Doors will open at 12:00 PM for the general public and 11:45 AM for season ticket members.

The players

Atlanta Hawks

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

Milwaukee Bucks

The Milwaukee Bucks are an American professional basketball team based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, that plays in the Eastern Conference of the National Basketball Association (NBA).

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What’s next

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

The takeaway

The Hawks' annual MLK Day game is a cherished tradition that brings the Atlanta community together to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the shared experience of basketball.