Portland Fire to host 2026 WNBA Draft watch party at Moda Center

The expansion franchise will build its inaugural roster at the public event.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 8:53pm by

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A cubist, geometric painting in bright shades of red, black, and white, capturing the dynamic energy of a WNBA basketball game through fragmented, overlapping shapes and planes.The Portland Fire's inaugural WNBA Draft watch party will give fans a first look at the team's new roster as the expansion franchise builds its foundation.Portland Today

The Portland Fire, the city's new WNBA expansion team, will host a public watch party for the 2026 WNBA Draft at the Moda Center on Monday, April 13. Doors will open at 3 p.m. PT, with the draft scheduled to begin at 4 p.m. PT. The event will give fans the opportunity to watch as the team builds its roster for its inaugural 2026 season, with players and coaches participating in courtside panel discussions.

Why it matters

The Portland Fire's inaugural season in 2026 will mark the first time the city has had a WNBA team, providing a new professional sports franchise for fans to rally behind. The draft watch party will generate excitement and engagement with the team as it takes shape.

The details

The draft watch party at the Moda Center will include fan activities such as merchandise sales, player photo opportunities, trivia contests, and giveaways. Sponsors for the event include Lashify and Dave's Killer Bread. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster, with general admission being free but attendees required to have a ticket and follow Moda Center security policies.

  • The 2026 WNBA Draft will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026.
  • The Portland Fire draft watch party doors will open at 3 p.m. PT on April 13, 2026.
  • The 2026 WNBA Draft broadcast will begin at 4 p.m. PT on April 13, 2026.

The players

Portland Fire

The new WNBA expansion franchise that will make its debut in the 2026 season.

Moda Center

The home arena of the Portland Fire and the venue for the team's 2026 WNBA Draft watch party.

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What’s next

Fans can purchase tickets for the Portland Fire's 2026 WNBA Draft watch party through Ticketmaster.

The takeaway

The Portland Fire's inaugural WNBA Draft watch party at the Moda Center will be an exciting opportunity for fans to engage with the new team and witness the building of the franchise's first-ever roster.