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The FIBA Masters Open 2027 will be held in Munich, Germany, from August 7 to 15, 2027. This major international basketball event is a collaborative effort between the German Basketball Federation (DBB), the City of Munich, FC Bayern Munich e.V., the Bavarian Basketball Association, and FC Bayern Basketball as the initiator.
Preparation for an International Basketball Festival
With this announcement, preparations for the international basketball festival are already underway. The five partners will work closely in the coming months to create optimal sporting conditions and ensure the FIBA Masters Open 2027 in Munich becomes a special experience for participants and the wider basketball community.
An Inclusive Festival for All Ages
The FIBA Masters Open brings together thousands of players from around the world for an annual, inclusive event. This grassroots sports event celebrates the unifying power of basketball and its ability to connect people of different generations, nations, and backgrounds.
Specifically, the event offers men and women aged 40 and over the opportunity to compete in both classic basketball and 3×3 formats, all within a festival-like atmosphere. Emphasizing the FIBA’s commitment to a sustainable participation strategy, a wheelchair basketball competition will take center stage on a rest day during the tournament, ensuring undivided attention.
Munich: A Hub for Basketball Excellence
In the second week of August 2027, Munich will once again be the venue for a major basketball highlight. The DBB, the City of Munich, FC Bayern Munich e.V., the Bavarian Basketball Association, and FC Bayern Basketball are pooling their expertise and networks to make this event a success.
The ceremonial opening of the FIBA Masters Open 2027 will take place at Munich’s BMW Park. Games will be played in various school gymnasiums across the city, while Pineapple Park, FC Bayern’s popular streetball location, will host the 3×3 competitions.
Germany’s passion for the sport was recently evident at the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 in Berlin, which broke attendance records and saw unprecedented engagement.
Statements from Key Organizers
Patrick Mariller, Chief Operating Officer of FIBA: “Following the successful premiere of the FIBA Masters Open in Greece, we are even more excited about the second edition in the beautiful city of Munich. The strong support from the Masters community and the growing interest from national federations have shown the enthusiasm with which the global basketball community has embraced this important new event on the FIBA calendar. Announcing Munich as the host for 2027 is another important step. We greatly appreciate the commitment and dedication of FC Bayern Basketball, who will be supported by the German Basketball Federation, the City of Munich, FC Bayern Munich e.V., and the Bavarian Basketball Association in organizing the 2027 edition. We want to thank them in advance for the hard work that lies ahead. We are convinced that it will be an outstanding and unforgettable event for all involved.”
Munich’s Sports Mayor Verena Dietl: “The FIBA Masters Open 2027 will bring basketball players from all over the world to Munich, demonstrating that passion for sport knows no age limit. Munich is an international sports city and an excellent host for events that bring people together. I wish all participants exciting competitions, a special basketball festival, and an unforgettable time in Munich.”
Mithat Demirel, Vice President Performance Sports, German Basketball Federation: “We are delighted that FC Bayern Basketball will host the FIBA Masters 2027 in Munich. After the successful premiere last year in Corinth with more than 1,000 players from around the world, it is great to bring this special international basketball event to Germany. With 15 age categories from 40+, the FIBA Masters impressively show that enthusiasm for basketball and athletic competition know no age limits. The fact that ‘Masters’ basketball now has a permanent international platform under the umbrella of FIBA is of great importance for the further development of these competitions.”
Joachim Spägele, Vice President Sports Development and responsible for national ‘Oldies’ competitions, German Basketball Federation: “The DBB will support FC Bayern Basketball as a partner. Together, we want to contribute to further developing Masters basketball, increasing its visibility, and offering participants from all over the world an outstanding basketball experience in Munich in 2027.”
Adrian Sarmiento, Commercial Director of FC Bayern Basketball: “It is a great pleasure and honor for us that the FIBA Masters Open 2027 will take place in Munich. Together with the German Basketball Federation, the City of Munich, FC Bayern Munich e.V., and the Bavarian Basketball Association, we want to create an international basketball festival that brings people from all over the world together. We look forward to welcoming thousands of players, coaches, volunteers, and basketball fans to Munich. Together, we want to celebrate the passion for our sport and the competition on the court, and at the same time offer our guests special cultural and social experiences in Munich.”
Benny Folkmann, Managing Director of FC Bayern Munich e.V.: “The hosting of the FIBA Masters Open 2027 is further proof of the vibrancy and commitment of the sports city of Munich, and also of FC Bayern Munich’s ambition to be a strong promoter in basketball as well. The collaboration of the involved federations and institutions for a great cause is very pleasing, and we as a club sincerely thank them for this cooperation. This fits perfectly with our club strategy, with its inclusive and intergenerational approach. We are very pleased that the international basketball community is coming to Munich.”
Pre-Registration and Further Information
Pre-registration for the FIBA Masters Open 2027 is already open. Further information about the event can be found here. The event can also be followed on Facebook and Instagram.
Source: https://fcbayern.com/basketball/de/news/2026-27/09/fiba-masters-open-2027-muenchen
