Harlem Wizards to Return to Avon Lake for Fundraiser

Annual event to support student athletes and school programs

Apr. 3, 2026 at 3:36pm

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The Harlem Wizards, known for their high-flying basketball shows and comedy routines, are set to return to Avon Lake High School on April 14 for a fundraiser event. The event will feature the Wizards taking on teachers and coaches from local schools, with pre-game festivities including games, face painting, and an appearance by the Avon Lake Schools' mascot. The event is a fundraiser to support student athletes and school programs, and tickets are expected to sell out quickly.

Why it matters

The Harlem Wizards event is a popular annual fundraiser that brings the community together to support local schools and student athletes. It provides an opportunity for families to create lasting memories while also contributing to important educational programs and extracurricular activities.

The details

The Harlem Wizards will take on a team of teachers and coaches from Avon Lake City Schools, St. Joseph Parish School, and St. Raphael School on Tuesday, April 14, at Avon Lake High School. Doors open for pre-game festivities at 5:45 p.m., and the game will tip off at 7 p.m. The pre-game festival will include a variety of family-friendly activities, such as games, face painting, and an appearance by the Avon Lake Schools' mascot, Shorty the Shoreman. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for local businesses looking to support the event.

  • The Harlem Wizards event will take place on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • Doors open for pre-game festivities at 5:45 p.m., and the game will tip off at 7 p.m.

The players

Harlem Wizards

A professional basketball team known for their high-flying stunts, comedic routines, and successful fundraiser events for schools and nonprofits across the United States.

Avon Lake City Schools

The school district in Avon Lake, Ohio, that is participating in the Harlem Wizards fundraiser event.

St. Joseph Parish School

A private Catholic school in Avon Lake, Ohio, that is participating in the Harlem Wizards fundraiser event.

St. Raphael School

A private Catholic school in Avon Lake, Ohio, that is participating in the Harlem Wizards fundraiser event.

Dr. Ken Remy

An Avon Lake resident and the event organizer for the Harlem Wizards fundraiser.

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What they’re saying

“This event is more than just a basketball game — it's a chance to create lasting memories with your family while supporting our local students.”

— Dr. Ken Remy, Event Organizer

“Last year, it was the hottest ticket in town and a total sell-out. This may be the last year of this event and tickets are going fast, so grab them while you can.”

— Dr. Ken Remy, Event Organizer

What’s next

Tickets for the Harlem Wizards event are available at avonlakeanchoringcommunity.org. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for local businesses interested in supporting the event.

The takeaway

The Harlem Wizards fundraiser event is a beloved annual tradition in Avon Lake that brings the community together to support local schools and student athletes. With the event potentially being the last of its kind, it's an opportunity for families to create lasting memories while contributing to important educational programs.