California men’s basketball is packing Haas Pavilion with a full slate of ACC home dates in January and February, and the Bears are pairing those games with a run of themes and giveaways for fans in Berkeley.
The conference schedule brings nine ACC opponents to Haas during those two months, giving Cal plenty of chances to turn #OurHaas into a celebration spot for the community. The promotions start on Wednesday, Jan. 6, when Florida State visits at 6 p.m.
PT for “New Year’s Balling.” The first 2,000 fans through the door will get a Cal Flag Pennant.
A few weeks later, the calendar shifts into rivalry mode. On Saturday, Jan.
23, Cal hosts Stanford at 6 p.m. PT for the “Rivalry Game” on Pete Newell Court at Haas.
Wednesday, Jan. 27 brings “Suits and Sneakers” against NC State at 6 p.m. PT. Cal Athletics is using the night to encourage fans to wear their favorite sneakers while helping promote cancer awareness in collaboration with the American Cancer Society.
Then on Saturday, Jan. 30, the Bears welcome Syracuse at 2:30 p.m. PT for “Books and Bears.” The Cal Athletics reading challenge returns, and students in grades K-8 can earn free tickets by completing their reading logs.
Cal is also marking Lunar New Year and honoring the achievements, culture and lasting impact of the Black community. For that celebration, the first 2,000 fans in attendance will receive a free Laces “Bay Area” snapback hat.
The program is also leaning into its broader identity with the message “California Through and Through,” which Cal says is more than a slogan. The school describes it as a statement of identity, pride and trajectory for the men’s basketball program, one that reflects a state and a team that are engaging, diverse and inspiring, with a rich history and legacy and a bright future.
Fans can support the Golden Bears through the Cal Men’s Basketball Excellence Initiative. Tickets are available at CalBears.com/Tickets, and fans can also stay connected through the team’s social channels on X, Instagram and Facebook.
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