Valkyries to Host 2027 WNBA All-Star Game

The update

The WNBA has selected the Golden State Valkyries and the Bay Area as hosts for the 2027 All-Star Weekend. The event will take place at Chase Center, with the Shooting Stars competition and 3-point contest scheduled for July 30, 2027, followed by the All-Star Game on July 31, 2027. This marks the first time the WNBA All-Star Game will be held in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Why it matters

This selection represents a significant milestone for the Valkyries, the expansion team that joined the WNBA in 2023. The franchise has already made history by becoming the first women’s sports franchise across any sport to be valued at over $1 billion. Hosting the All-Star Game further solidifies the team’s impact on the league and the region’s growing reputation as a hub for major sporting events.

What to watch

How the Bay Area’s recent hosting of other major sporting events (including the Super Bowl, FIFA World Cup, and NBA All-Star Weekend) might influence the WNBA All-Star experience. Whether the Valkyries’ inaugural season success will translate into strong fan engagement for the All-Star events. Which players will be selected to participate in the showcase event and how the format might evolve for 2027.

Sources

• USA TODAY Sports — confirming the selection of Golden State Valkyries and Bay Area as hosts
• espn.com — providing details about the event dates, activities, and Valkyries' franchise impact
• Associated Press — confirming the selection of Golden State Valkyries and Bay Area as hosts