Butler Basketball fans will get one of their first looks at the 2026-27 Bulldogs at this year's Tip-Off Party Tuesday, Oct. 6.
 
The FREE event at Hinkle Fieldhouse – aimed at Butler fans of all ages – will provide fans the ability to see both the men's and women's basketball teams on the court. The evening also includes the opportunity to hear from new head coaches Ronald Nored and Maria Marchesano, as well as Vice President and Director of Athletics Grant Leiendecker.
 
Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. with the Bulldogs on the court from approximately 6:30-8 p.m. Young Bulldogs are welcome to shoot on the court – a longtime Hinkle tradition that occurs after every Butler Basketball game – from 5:30-6:15 p.m. Concession stands and the Butler Spirit Shop will also be open beginning at 5:30 p.m.
 
Get to know the players and staff throughout the evening as both teams take part in an open practice setting that includes scrimmages, three-point shootouts, knockout, on-court interviews, and much more.
 
A Kids Zone will be activated on the Hinkle concourse. Giveaways and gameday fun will be part of the event.
 
Fans are also able to connect with the Butler ticket staff on-site to preview available seats for season tickets, mini-plans, and possibly single-game locations.
 
While the event is free to attend, fans are encouraged to RSVP for the event to receive Know Before You Go information and to be entered in contests for prizes.