– Two-Day Celebration of Basketball, Music and Culture Will be Held on June 7-8 at DOME, SVP Stadium, in Mumbai in Conjunction with NBA Finals, with Budweiser as the Title Partner –
– Interactive Fan Event Will Feature Basketball-Themed Activities, Live Musical Performances, and Meet-and-Greets with NBA Champions Derek Fisher and Gary Payton –
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Budweiser announced that the first-ever BUDX NBA House in India, an interactive fan event celebrating the convergence of basketball, music and culture, will take place on Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 at the DOME, SVP Stadium, in Mumbai.
Held in conjunction with the 2025 NBA Finals, the two-day event will feature basketball-themed activities, live musical performances, meet-and-greets with five-time NBA champion Derek Fisher and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Gary Payton, photo opportunities with the Larry O’Brien Trophy, as well as performances by Sacramento Kings mascot Slamson, the Kings Dancers and the Kings’ dunk team.
“The first BUDX NBA House will be a must-visit destination for the passionate NBA fans in India to come together and celebrate their love of the game amid the excitement of the NBA Finals,” said NBA Asia Head of Strategy and NBA India Country Head Rajah Chaudhry. “We look forward to bringing this signature showcase of the NBA, music and culture to India at a time when there is incredible momentum around basketball in the country.”
“Budweiser has always been at the forefront of cultural and entertainment experiences, and we are proud to associate with the NBA to bring the first-ever BUDX NBA House to India,” said Vice President Marketing and Trade Marketing, AB InBev India, Vineet Sharma. “This collaboration reflects our commitment to creating unforgettable moments for fans that not only celebrate the game of basketball but also push boundaries in offering immersive experiences in music, sports and culture. We have been pioneers in shaping music culture in India, and this experience will further our mission of bringing alive never-before seen trendsetting experiences for Indian youth.”
“Sports, culture and music are integral to the USA’s identity, and through our association with the NBA, we’re proud to be part of BUDX NBA House and its vibrant celebration in India, engaging fans who share a passion for sports and entertainment,” said Brand USA Vice President, Global Trade Development,
Jackie Ennis. “Through this event, we want to inspire Indians to visit the USA and witness the country’s sports culture and the overall experiences around it.”
“Home to the most NBA teams in any state of the USA, iconic arenas, and a deep love for the game, California embodies the spirit of basketball,” said Visit California President & CEO Caroline Beteta. “We’re excited to be part of the first-ever BUDX NBA House in India, bringing California’s high-energy basketball culture to fans in India.”
BUDX NBA House will be produced and ticketed by District by Zomato. In addition to Budweiser, BUDX NBA House will be supported by a roster of partners, including Brand USA, Emirates and Visit California.
Tickets for BUDX NBA House are available now HERE.
Additional information about partner activations and programming will be announced in the coming weeks.
BUDX NBA House in India follows previous editions of NBA House held in Brazil, Canada, France, Mexico, the U.S., and the UK.
The NBA Playoffs are airing live in India on the NBA YouTube channel and NBA League Pass, the league’s premium live game subscription service available via the NBA App. Fans in India can follow the NBA on Facebook (Facebook.com/NBAIndia), Instagram (@NBAIndia and, for everything style related, @NBAStyle_in) and X (@NBAIndia), and download the NBA App for the latest news, updates, scores, stats, schedules, videos and more.
NBA events in India are hosted by its subsidiary based in Mumbai, NBA India, Inc.
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