National Basketball Association’s Orlando Magic Announce Events, Opening of Magic Kiez for 2026 Global Games in Europe
Franz and Moritz Wagner of the Orlando Magic
STUFF the Magic Mascot and the Orlando Magic visited Berlin in the summer as part of the Magic's Summer Tour in Germany.
Team set to host events in Berlin and London, Jan. 10-17 in partnership with Visit Orlando
ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, December 18, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As the NBA’s Orlando Magic prepare to play two games against the Memphis Grizzlies in Berlin (Jan. 15) and London (Jan. 18) today the team announced a weeklong schedule of fan and community events across both cities. Highlights include the debut of Orlando Magic Kiez presented by Visit Orlando, a new fan hub in Berlin, and expanded international engagement initiatives.
The Berlin-based Orlando Magic Kiez presented by Visit Orlando, located at Deutsche Telekom’s capital city Magenta Mitte (Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin), will serve as a dedicated gathering place for Magic fans; offering exclusive opportunities to meet Magic legends, participate in interactive activities, and celebrate the game of basketball in a space designed specifically for the Magic fan community. As an official partner of the Orlando Magic, Telekom further strengthens the connection between the team and its supporters in Germany by hosting this unique fan hub.
The name “Kiez” was intentionally chosen for its strong local connection, as it is a German term commonly used in Berlin and northern Germany to describe a neighborhood or close-knit community within a larger city. It perfectly reflects the Magic’s goal of creating a welcoming home base for fans abroad. Tying that all together will be Visit Orlando’s Magic Kiez activation that will bring sunshine and fun to Berlin with a sun globe photo opportunity.
Throughout the week, the Magic will host autograph sessions, meet-and-greets, giveaways, youth clinics, coaching clinics, and community events. Appearances will include select Magic players and coaches, Magic and NBA legends Mickael Pietrus, Marcin Gortat, Nick Anderson, Hedo Turkoglu, and Bo Outlaw, along with award-winning STUFF the Magic Mascot. Full event details appear below and at Global Games | Orlando Magic. Media must request credentials in advance (*see information at the end of this release).
To continue expanding its international fan base, the Magic also announced the extension of its strategic partnership with Visit Orlando, the region’s official tourism association. Together, the organizations will leverage Visit Orlando’s global reach to promote travel to Central Florida, with a focus on the German and United Kingdom markets.
Magic’s 2026 Global Games: Schedule of Events*
January 10–17, 2026
Saturday, Jan. 10 – Berlin
Orlando Magic Kiez Fan Activities
10:00 – 20:00 | Magenta Mitte, Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Giveaways, games, and special appearances. Open to the public.
Sunday, Jan. 11 — Berlin
NBA House Orlando Magic Appearance
16:00–17:00 | Uber Eats Music Hall, Uber Platz 2, 10243 Berlin, Germany
Magic legend Mickael Pietrus will sign autographs and meet fans. Giveaways available. Open to the public. More details available here: https://nbaevents.nba.com/berlin/nbahouse
Monday, Jan. 12 — Berlin
Orlando Magic Kiez Fan Activities
Noon–20:00 | Magenta Mitte, Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Giveaways, games, and special appearances. Open to the public.
Orlando Magic Telekom Shop Appearance
15:00–17:00 | Telekom Alexanderplatz, Alexanderpl. 8, 10178 Berlin
Nick Anderson and STUFF the Magic Mascot meet fans, sign autographs, and take photos. Giveaways available. Open to the public.
Orlando Magic Her Time to Play Youth Clinic
17:00–18:00 | Max-Schmeling-Halle B, Am Falkpl. 1, 10437 Berlin, Germany
Mickael Pietrus and Bo Outlaw lead a girls’ basketball clinic. Closed to the public; pre-selected participants.
Tuesday, Jan. 13 — Berlin
Orlando Magic Youth Clinic
10:00–12:30 | Max-Schmeling-Halle B, Am Falkpl. 1, 10437 Berlin, Germany
Clinic led by Magic legends Pietrus, Gortat, Anderson, and Outlaw. Closed to the public; youth have been pre-selected.
Orlando Magic Telekom Shop Appearance
15:00–17:00 | Telekom Shop Kudamm, Kurfürstendamm 235, 10719 Berlin
Outlaw meets fans. Open to the public.
Orlando Magic Kiez Fan Activities
Noon–20:00 | Magenta Mitte, Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Giveaways, games, and special appearances. Open to the public
Jr. NBA Coaches Clinic
18:30–19:30 | Max-Schmeling-Halle (MAIN), Am Falkpl.1, 10437 Berlin, Germany
Select Magic and Grizzlies coaches host a clinic for Berlin-area youth coaches. Not open to the public, participants pre-selected.
Wednesday, Jan. 14 — Berlin
Orlando Magic Kiez Fan Activities
Noon–20:00 | Magenta Mitte, Magenta Mitte, Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin, Germany Giveaways, games, and special appearances. Open to the public.
Orlando Magic and Kellogg’s Community Appearance
Noon–13:00 | Rewe Center Badstr. 4, 13357 Berlin
Mickael Pietrus meets fans alongside Cornelius the Kellogg’s mascot. Open to the public.
NBA Cares Community Initiative & Youth Clinic
12:30–13:30 | Max-Schmeling-Halle (MAIN), Am Falkpl. 1, 10437 Berlin, Germany
The entire Magic team to participate in a sustainability project and clinic. Closed to the public, youth have been pre-selected. Media must apply through the NBA (details at bottom**).
Thursday, Jan. 15 — Berlin
Orlando Magic Youth Clinic
9:30–11:30 | Max-Schmeling-Halle B, Am Falkpl. 1, 10437 Berlin, Germany
Led by Magic legends Turkoglu, Pietrus and Gortat. Closed to the public, youth have been pre-selected.
Orlando Magic Kiez Fan Activities
Noon–18:00 | Magenta Mitte, Ebertstraße 15a, 10117 Berlin, Germany
Friday, Jan. 16 — London
NBA House Orlando Magic Appearance
17:00–18:00 | Magazine London, 11 Ordnance Crescent, London SE10 0JH
Magic legend Anderson meets to meet fans. Giveaways available. Open to the public. More details available here: https://nbaevents.nba.com/london/nbahouse
Saturday, Jan. 17 — London
NBA House Orlando Magic Appearance
Noon–13:00 | Magazine London, 11 Ordnance Crescent, London SE10 0JH
STUFF the Magic Mascot and the 321 Hype Team appearances.
• Noon – 13:00 — Magic talent autograph session
NBA House Orlando Magic Youth Clinic
15:00–17:00 | Magazine London, 11 Ordnance Crescent, London SE10 0JH
Youth clinic led by Magic legends Pietrus and Outlaw. Closed to the public, youth have been pre-selected.
NBA Cares Community Event
19:15–20:15 | University of East London, University Way, London E16 2RD, United Kingdom Volunteer project with Magic participation. Closed to the public. Media approval required via NBA (details at bottom**)
Expansion of Magic’s International Strategy
The Magic continue to deepen engagement in international markets. In July, the team launched its first Magic Summer Tour in Germany to celebrate its new partnership with Telekom, the first Germany-focused partnership in franchise history. The tour included stops in Berlin, Bonn, and Munich and featured youth clinics, fan events, and participation in Telekom’s 30th Anniversary Celebration.
The Magic also hosted an industry event and viewing party at Munich’s Kyah Club in December 2024, presented by Visit Orlando with support from BSTN, featuring former All-Star Rashard Lewis. The franchise was recently honored with the NBA Team International Strategy Award for its innovative Munich watch-party program.
With German fan growth accelerating—boosted by Magic standouts Franz and Moritz Wagner and second-year forward Tristan da Silva, as well as Germany’s recent EuroBasket (2025) and FIBA World Cup (2023) titles—the Magic’s connection to the country continues to strengthen.
“The Orlando Magic want to become the second favorite club for many people outside the USA, regardless of the sport,” said Magic Chief Sales Officer Michael Forde. “An NBA game is a unique experience for many fans. When the Magic made its first NBA Finals appearance in the mid-1990s stacked with legendary players, Germans were already traveling to see games. Today, interest is significantly greater, and we will continue to build on that existing fandom—confident that for new basketball fans, a visit to a Magic game will create lifelong interest.”
Germany Fan Growth Highlights
• Basketball is the fastest-growing team sport in Germany. (Global Web Index)
o Basketball is the second-most popular team sport in Germany behind soccer. (Global Web Index)
• This season, the Magic are the most-watched team on NBA League Pass in Germany.
o Viewership of Magic games on League Pass in Germany has increased +104% YoY.
• This season, the Magic’s Instagram following from Germany has increased +37% YoY.
Media Information
*Magic Events:
Media must RSVP by emailing magiccredentials@orlandomagic.com, listing all events they wish to cover.
**NBA Cares Events, Practices, Games:
Media must apply via the NBA credential system by Dec. 19.
• Outlets with existing accounts: login at https://nba.accredit-solutions.com
• Outlets without accounts or unsure of status: email mediacredentials@nba.com and emecomms@nba.com
About the Orlando Magic
Orlando's NBA franchise since 1989, the Magic's mission is to be world champions on and off the court, delivering legendary moments every step of the way. Under the DeVos family’s ownership, the Magic have seen great success in a relatively short history, winning seven division championships (1995, 1996, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2019, 2024, 2025) with seven 50-plus win seasons and capturing the Eastern Conference title in 1995 and 2009. Off the court, on an annual basis, the Orlando Magic gives more than $2 million to the local community by way of sponsorships of events, donated tickets, autographed merchandise and grants. Orlando Magic community relations programs impact an estimated 100,000 kids each year, while a Magic staff-wide initiative provides more than 7,000 volunteer hours annually. In addition, the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) which serves at-risk youth, has distributed more than $31 million to local nonprofit community organizations over the last 35 years. The Magic’s other entities include the team’s NBA G League affiliate, the Osceola Magic, 2021 G League champions, and the Orlando Solar Bears of the ECHL, which serves as the affiliate to the NHL’s Tampa Bay Lightning. The Magic play their home games at the award-winning Kia Center – voted by fans no. 1 in the NBA for game experience; honored with The Stadium Business Awards’ Customer Experience Award; named SportsBusiness Journal's Sports Facility of the Year; and awarded the Venue Excellence Award (VEA) by the International Association of Venue Managers. The Magic practice at the award-winning AdventHealth Training Center. The Magic was also recognized by the Sports Business Journal as one of the “Best Places to Work” in sports in 2023 and 2024. For ticket information, visit OrlandoMagic.com or call 407-89-MAGIC.
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