BET Experience is rolling back into Los Angeles this summer, with FanFest registration and VIP tickets now live for a three-day run June 25-27. The weekend starts Thursday with the Celebrity Basketball Game at USC's Galen Center, then shifts Friday and Saturday to The Beehive, where FanFest takes over with music, activations, and plenty of crowds. General admission is free with registration, while VIPs can pay for premium viewing, hospitality, and early entry.
Fans can sign up for free entry and lock in VIP passes through the official ticket portal, according to BET Experience. The site lists the Celebrity Basketball Game at USC's Galen Center on Thursday, June 25, followed by two days of FanFest programming June 26-27 at The Beehive, with general admission available by registration and paid VIP upgrades for those who want an elevated experience.
What’s Onstage and Around the Grounds
The weekend is set up as a mini festival, with multiple performances and programming zones: a Main Stage, CenterStage, and Culture Stage, plus a curated retail marketplace dubbed “The Exchange” and a food lineup branded “The Kitchen,” as reported by BET. Organizers are also planning a Gaming House for fans who want to play and stream on-site, along with an open casting call led by legendary casting director Robi Reed that aims to connect emerging talent with industry decision-makers.
Ticket Tiers, Pricing, and VIP Perks
For those willing to splurge, VIP tiers start at $349 for Friday, $399 for Saturday, and $599 for a two-day pass, with benefits that include early entry, access to a VIP lounge, premium seating, and hospitality, per BET Experience. Early-bird pricing runs through April 13, with prices set to rise on April 14 for any remaining inventory. Organizers add that details on premium seating for the Celebrity Basketball Game will be announced soon.
How to Prep Your Weekend
To actually get through the door, FanFest wristbands will be required, and events may hit capacity, so early registration is strongly encouraged, BET reports. The weekend is part of Culture's Biggest Week and leads into the BET Awards, which are scheduled to air live Sunday, June 28, from the Peacock Theater. Organizers say fans should expect more talent announcements and detailed scheduling as the dates get closer.
