The 2026 WNBA All-Star Weekend begins Friday, July 24, in Chicago, with two of the event’s opening showcases: the 3-Point Contest and the WNBA Shooting Stars competition. The contests launch the weekend’s festivities and put both prize money and early bragging rights on the line.
Interest is especially high around the 3-Point Contest, which is typically one of the most watched skills events of the All-Star schedule. The Shooting Stars format also adds another layer to the opening night, giving fans more than one featured competition before the main All-Star game festivities continue.
For viewers, the focus is on the practical details: when the events begin, which channel is carrying them, and how to stream them. The viewing guide attached to the event is centered on those watch options as fans prepare to follow the opening night from home.
With Chicago serving as host city, Friday’s competitions set the tone for the rest of the 2026 WNBA All-Star celebration. Before the full weekend unfolds, the 3-Point Contest and Shooting Stars event will offer the first headline moments of the league’s midsummer showcase.
