Come for the basketball. See what else is in play.
At HoopsFest, there’s more than one way to take your shot. Have a go on the court, discover where your interests could take you and explore stories from students and graduates who found opportunities they didn’t expect.
You don’t need to have the whole game plan. Just a place to start.
Find Curtin at HoopsFest
Take your shot
Head to the Curtin Court at the Forrest Place Fan Zone, take your shot and spin the wheel to win prizes, including jerseys and caps. Sink or miss, there’s always another play and opportunity.
Forrest Place Fan Zone
Forrest Place hosts the HoopsFest Fan Zone from 13 to 17 January 2027. Stop by to take part, then watch student and graduate stories on the screens. Wheelchair accessible.
Fan zone opening hours
- 13 to 15 January, 12pm to 9pm
- 16 January, 10am to 9pm
- 17 January, 10am to 6pm
At RAC Arena
We’ll also be at RAC Arena – stay tuned for more details.
Where to find us
Getting there
Public transport is free with your HoopsFest ticket. Parking at RAC Arena is $30 during HoopsFest.
What’s in play for you?
Basketball might be the starting point. It doesn’t have to be the destination. Your interests can lead somewhere you didn’t expect. Explore some of the different directions people take.
Love sport and want to make it your career?
There’s more than one way into the game. Curtin students and graduates have found routes into sport through marketing, data science and physiotherapy.
Love gaming? What if you built the game?
Curtin students can support university basketball in off-court roles, from sports physio and coaching support to bench scoring, social media and photography.
From game design to production studio
For Elena, a degree that began in animation and game design has become a pathway into one of the fastest-evolving areas of the creative sector.
Plan your day at HoopsFest
Find game times, tickets and what’s on, from NBL and WNBL games to the Fan Zone and Sneakerland.
Stay up to date
Get reminders and updates on what’s happening at Curtin x HoopsFest 13 to 17 January 2027.
What could your next play be?
Find your area of interest
Whether you’re considering university for the first time or you know what you want to pursue, there’s a study option to suit you.
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