Texas Tech University Athletics
Tech Basketball to host Broadway Block Party
October 15, 2026 | Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball
LUBBOCK, Texas โย With basketball season right around the corner, "Broadway Block Party", a celebration of Texas Tech basketball, is set to return for its third year on Thursday, October 29 back on the historic brick street across from campus with a night full of opportunities for fans to interact with players from the women's and men's programs.
The Red Raiders and Lady Raiders will shut down a section of Broadway Street for the preseason event which will run from 7:45-9 p.m. directly in front of Chimy's. Festivities will feature games for fans and team introductions. Competitions between the players include 'knockout' and a 3-point contest, while there will also be a kids slam dunk contest with young fans from the crowd being selected to showcase their skills.
Admission is free for students and fans.
The 2026-27 basketball season begins in Lubbock with the Red Raiders hosting Jackson State at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, November 2 while the Lady Raiders open their season on Thursday, November 5 against Charlotte at United Supermarkets Arena.
Single game tickets for both Red Raider Basketball and Lady Raider Basketball are on sale now, while season tickets are still available for Lady Raider Basketball. Tickets can be purchased online, 24/7, by visiting TexasTech.com or by calling the Texas Tech Athletic Ticket Office at 806-742-TECH from 8:30 a.m. โ 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
