The Sahara Conference fan in-arena experience will feature pre-game and halftime performances by music artists, dancers, drummers, and dunk teams
DAKAR, SENEGAL: The Basketball Africa League (BAL) (BAL.NBA.com) today announced the lineup of artists and entertainers who will headline the entertainment acts at the Dakar Arena when the BAL Sahara Conference group phase tips off on May 4 in Dakar, Senegal. The list of entertainers includes Daara J Family, Mia Guissé, VJ, DJ Beenouch, and DJ Dollar among others.
Fan Zone
The Fan Zone, situated at the Dakar Arena parking lot, will be open to fans on game days from 2:00 p.m. to 9.30 p.m. and during weekends from 12:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. GMT. The Fan Zone will offer a range of activities for both the young and adults, including 3-on-3 basketball games, food trucks, a photo booth, and musical performances by Afroelektra.
In-Arena Entertainment
The Sahara Conference fan in-arena experience will feature pre-game and halftime performances by music artists, dancers, drummers, and dunk teams. Fans can expect the biggest Senegalese artists on stage and curated music experience from DJs such as DJ Dollar, DJ Beenouch, and DJ Chanel. Starting May 4, every game will showcase diverse performers catering to all age groups; Daara J Family, VJ, New Generation crew, l’Equipe Sacrée, and DJ Dollar will perform during the opening weekend. Dip Doundou Guiss and Jeeba will close the conference with halftime performances during the closing weekend of May 11-12, 2024.
Tickets are now on sale at BAL.NBA.com and Teewtickets (https://apo-opa.co/4a1S08T). Single-game tickets start at 2500 XOF. Fans can save up to 35% off single-game ticket prices for group packages by emailing [email protected], and up to 20% off tournament pass tickets during the Sahara conference group phase by selecting two, four, or all games. Fans who purchase tickets will also have free access to the BAL Fan Zone at the arena in each market.
ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE:
| DATE | PERFORMANCES |
| 4 May | Game One Halftime: Ngaaka Blindé Game two Halftime: Daara J Family Timeout: Power Crew |
| 5 May | Game One Halftime: New Generation Crew Game Two Halftime: Mia Guissé Timeout: New Generation Crew |
| 7 May | Game One Halftime: Step Lord Game Two Halftime:Dip Doundou Guiss Timeout: Step Lord |
| 9 May | Game One Halftime: L’equipe Sacree Game Two Halftime: Iss814 Beats Timeout : L’equipe Sacree |
| 11 May | Game One Halftime: Step Lord Game Two Halftime: Dip Doundou Guiss Timeout: Step Lord |
| 12 May | Game One Halftime: Power Crew Game Two Halftime: Jeeba Timeout: Power Crew |
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