Five founding franchises
Meet the players and teams representing the inaugural Dakota Basketball League season.
The DBL Showcase · 01.09.27
The beginning
of something
different.
Five cities. Five teams. One unforgettable introduction to Dakota basketball.
Saturday, January 9, 2027
Minot Municipal Auditorium · Minot, North Dakota
Doors 10:30 AM · First game 11:30 AM · Central Time
$10 ages 13+ / $5 ages 6–12 / 5 & under free
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One ticket. A day to remember.
More than a
basketball game.
Showcase basketball
Experience competitive matchups, skills competitions, and the Showcase Championship.
Live entertainment
Enjoy music from DJ Cav and a special musical guest whose identity will be revealed soon.
Be part of history
Be there for a milestone event as the Dakota Basketball League prepares for its inaugural season.
Saturday, January 9 · All times Central
Your day
at the Showcase.
Public doors open
General-admission entry begins.
Showcase Game 1
Bismarck Capitalists vs. Minot Outlaws
Showcase Game 2
Grand Forks Huskies vs. Fargo Reapers
Showcase Game 3
Williston Roughnecks vs. DBL Showcase All Stars
Skills Showcase
Basketball skills competitions.
Special Live Musical Performance
Artist Reveal Coming Soon.
Showcase Championship
The championship matchup.
Meet the founding franchises
Five cities.
Find your team.
Special live performance — artist announcement coming soon
Who’s taking the stage?
Basketball isn’t the only thing coming to Minot on January 9. A special live musical performance is coming to the DBL Showcase. The reveal is coming soon.
6:30 PM CT · Special Live Musical Performance — Artist Reveal Coming Soon.
Mystery artistReveal coming soon
DJ CAVOfficial event DJ
Family-friendly admission
Pick your tickets.
We’ll see you there.
All Showcase general-admission programming, from the first game to the championship. Choose the categories and quantities for your group.
Secure payment through Stripe. DBL adds no processing or checkout fee. The total shown is the amount charged.
Have an All-Access Pass? Spectator admission to the Showcase is included for the named holder and guest.
Explore the $249 All-Access Pass →January 9 Showcase
General admission · USD. Include a free ticket for each child age 5 or under so everyone has a QR ticket for entry. Up to 15 tickets per order. DBL adds no processing or checkout fee.
1 ticket$10 total
Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final.
Know before you go
Your questions.
Answered.
Where is the event?
Minot Municipal Auditorium, 420 3rd Ave SW, Minot, North Dakota 58701.
What date is the Showcase?
Saturday, January 9, 2027. All published times are Central Time.
When do doors open?
Public doors open at 10:30 AM CT. The first Showcase game begins at 11:30 AM CT.
How much are tickets?
General admission for ages 13+ is $10. Youth ages 6–12 are $5. Ages 5 and under are free. Prices are in USD; DBL adds no checkout or processing fee.
Are tickets required for children?
Yes. Select a youth ticket for ages 6–12 and a free ticket for every child age 5 or under. Each attendee receives a QR ticket.
Is the youth clinic included?
The youth clinic begins at 8:30 AM CT and is separate from general-admission programming. Registration is opening soon; the registration form, pricing, and participation details will be posted here when ready. A Showcase admission ticket does not register a child for the clinic.
Can tickets be purchased at the door?
Yes. Tickets can be purchased at the door. You can also purchase online in advance through our secure Stripe checkout.
What happens after purchasing online?
After Stripe confirms your order, you return to a DBL confirmation page with your order details and individual QR tickets. Show a QR ticket or its backup ticket code at entry. Keep your confirmation link private.
Are tickets refundable?
Tickets are non-refundable. All sales are final.
Will tickets be emailed?
Yes. Confirmed orders receive a ticket email at the address entered during checkout. Check your spam folder and contact DBL if it does not arrive.
Will food and concessions be available?
Yes. Concessions will be open and available at the auditorium.
Where should fans park?
Park on the north side of Minot Municipal Auditorium. Additional parking is available on the south side of the building.
Need help? Contact DBL.
January 9, 2027 · Minot, North Dakota
Be there when
Dakota basketball begins.
Five cities. One league. A new chapter for North Dakota basketball. Don’t miss the beginning.
