Come on out for a celebration at the CJ including a men's and women's skills competition with prizes!
HOOPFEST 2026 is the premier annual basketball event activating the CURTIS JONES PARK.
This three-day event weaves together basketball, active and healthy lifestyles, and community all in an effort to celebrate the neighborhood and the life of the legendary Curtis Jones.
Join us on Saturday, July 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for DAY 2 of the celebration!
DAY 2 will feature:
- Pistons Academy
- A men's skills competition (free throw and 3-pointer)
- A women's skills competition (free throw and 3-pointer)
- An adult and youth KNOCKOUT competition
- Delicious local food trucks
- More fun to be announced!
Registration for the skills competitions be done on-site on a first-come, first-serve basis.
This event is FREE but registration is required.
Thank you to our sponsors and partners for making this event happen:
MVP SPONSORS:
Gilbert Family Foundation
LAY-UP SPONSORS:
Henry Ford Health
ASSIST SPONSORS:
Detroit Pistons
Motor City Cruise
MoveDetroit
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Foundation
Project Play Southeast Michigan
Good to know
Highlights
- 4 hours
- In person
Refund Policy
Location
CURTIS JONES PARK
1941 Ferry Park Street
Detroit, MI 48208
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
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FOOD TRUCKS
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MEN'S + WOMEN'S SKILLS COMPETITIONS
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