THE HARDWOOD CLASSIC 2027

TO CREATE AN EXPERIENCE WHERE SPORTS BECOME THE BRIDGE TO MENTORSHIP, FELLOWSHIP, CULTURE, COMMUNITY PRIDE AND OPPORTUNITY.
About this Event

THE HARDWOOD CLASSIC IS MORE THAN A BASKETBALL EVENT. IT IS A COMMUNITY PLATFORM BUILT TO CONNECT GENERATIONS THROUGH SPORTS, CULTURE AND OPPORTUNITY.

Created by J Smoke, The Hardwood Classic uses the power of basketball and entertainment to create meaningful experiences for Atlanta's youth and families.

The event brings together athletes, entertainers, community leaders, businesses, families and young people under one roof — creating opportunities for mentorship, exposure, education, celebration and connection.

OUR MISSION

INSPIRE. CONNECT. EMPOWER. LEAVE A LEGACY.

WHEN THE COMMUNITY SHOWS UP, THE NEXT GENERATION SEES WHAT'S POSSIBLE.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

 CELEBRITY BASKETBALL EXPERIENCE

 HALF-COURT HEROSink It & Win Big $$$

 HARDWOOD HEROES AWARDSCelebrating individuals making a difference in the community

 SCHOLARSHIP PRESENTATION

 THE HARDWOOD HALFTIME SHOW

 CELEBRITY GUESTS & SPECIAL APPEARANCES

 HIGH SCHOOL BANDS & LOCAL TALENT

 VENDORS & BRAND ACTIVATIONS

 COMMUNITY GIVEAWAYS

 FREE GROCERY GIVEAWAY

 COMMUNITY RESOURCE VILLAGE