NEW YORK, NY and SAN FRANCISCO, CA, August 18, 2026 –  The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) announced today that the Golden State Valkyries and the San Francisco Bay Area have been selected to host AT&T WNBA All-Star 2027, marking the first time the league’s premier midseason event will be held in the region. The 2027 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game will take place on Saturday, July 31, 2027, at Chase Center, capping a weekend of WNBA All-Star events and activities across the Bay Area.

“We are thrilled to bring AT&T WNBA All-Star to the San Francisco Bay Area for the first time,” said WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert. “The Golden State Valkyries have brought incredible energy and excitement to the WNBA from the moment they were announced as an expansion team in 2023, and the response from fans across the Bay Area has been remarkable. Valkyries fans have embraced this team with an extraordinary level of passion and enthusiasm, and we can’t wait to see that energy on full display for an unforgettable All-Star weekend next summer.”

“Hosting AT&T WNBA All-Star in only our third season is an incredible honor and a reflection of everything this fanbase, this region, and this organization have built together,” said Jess Smith, President, Golden State Valkyries. “From day one, the Bay Area has shown up for this team in a way that’s redefined what’s possible in women’s basketball, and we can’t wait to put that same energy on display for the entire league next summer.”

“In the last two years, the Golden State Valkyries have taken the world by storm—and San Francisco’s recovery has done the same. People are coming from across the world to visit our city, and we’re excited to welcome even more for the 2027 WNBA All-Star Game,” said Mayor Daniel Lurie. “San Francisco is the center of the sports world. After we hosted the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, and NBA All-Star Weekend, we are bringing the MLB All-Star Game and Vogue World to our city—because the world can see that San Francisco is the place to be. When the WNBA’s best come next year, our unmatched passion for women’s sports, and our city’s comeback, will be on full display.”

“The 2027 WNBA All-Star Game coming to the Bay Area is a testament to what the Golden State Valkyries have built in such a short time … a passionate fanbase, sellout energy, and a community that has embraced women’s basketball at scale,” said Zaileen Janmohamed, CEO, Bay Area Host Committee. “It’s also a reflection of our region’s proven track record with major events, having successfully hosted NBA All-Star 2025, Super Bowl LX, and FIFA World Cup games. We’re ready to bring that same world-class approach to WNBA All-Star 2027.”

In addition to the AT&T WNBA All-Star Game, fans can expect:

• The Kia WNBA Shooting Stars and State Farm WNBA 3-Point Contest at Chase Center on Friday, July 30.
• The sixth annual WNBA Live presented by AWS at Moscone Center.
• Community impact events throughout the San Francisco Bay Area.
• Additional fan experiences, watch parties, and programming throughout the region, with more details to be announced in the coming months.

Friday night All-Star festivities will air Friday, July 30, on ESPN at 8:00 p.m. ET, and the 2027 AT&T WNBA All-Star Game will air Saturday, July 31, on ABC at 8:30 p.m. ET.

Further details, including ticket information and the complete schedule of events, will be announced in the coming months.

About the WNBA

Currently in its historic 30^th season in 2026, the WNBA continues to be one of the fastest-growing brands in sports, fueled by record-breaking momentum and unprecedented growth. Having reached a new transformational Collective Bargaining Agreement in March 2026, the league enters a bold new chapter focused on elevating the player experience, increased investment, and growing women’s basketball globally. The WNBA’s dedication to societal impact is supported by the WNBA Changemakers Collective (Ally, AT&T, AWS, CarMax, Deloitte, Google, and Nike), a first-of-its-kind group of purpose-driven companies working to empower players and the league, increase visibility, and drive business transformation.

About the Golden State Valkyries

The Golden State Valkyries are a professional women’s basketball team competing in the WNBA. Based in Oakland at the Sephora Performance Center and playing home games at Chase Center in San Francisco, the Valkyries made history in their inaugural 2025 season by breaking the all-time WNBA attendance record with 22 consecutive regular-season sellouts, and are led on court by 2025 WNBA Coach of the Year Natalie Nakase. Rooted in Norse mythology, Valkyries are a host of warrior women who are fearless and unwavering – flying through air and sea alike. This brand is Golden State’s modern interpretation of Valkyries: strong, bold, and fierce. For more information on the Golden State Valkyries 2026 season, presented by Kaiser Permanente, visit valkyries.com.