NBA Hall of Famer Shaquille O’Neal will transform San Francisco’s historic Cow Palace into a festival combining carnival rides, circus performances and concerts featuring T-Pain and Tiesto
Shaquille O’Neal is bringing his signature carnival festival back to the Bay Area for an eighth year, transforming San Francisco’s historic Cow Palace into an adult playground combining rides, games and live music. Shaq’s Fun House Presented by Credit One Bank returns as the unofficial kickoff to Big Game Weekend with performances from T-Pain and Tiesto alongside immersive attractions.
The event created and hosted by the NBA Hall of Famer has earned its reputation as one of the most extravagant celebrations during championship weekend. All inclusive open bar tickets start at $249.99, with premium VIP tickets and exclusive tables also available. Fans can pre register for tickets to secure the lowest pricing.
Brought to life by brand partners including Credit One Bank, Anheuser Busch, Shaq-A-Licious XL Gummies, Pepsi, Verizon and BeatBox Beverages, the oversized adult playground differs from traditional Big Game Weekend parties. Now celebrating its eighth year, the event has featured performances from Lil Wayne, John Summit, Snoop Dogg and Pitbull while attracting celebrity guests including Jamie Foxx, Travis Kelce, Patrick Mahomes and Floyd Mayweather.
Star powered entertainment lineup
Multi platinum hitmaker T-Pain leads the musical charge, riding a powerful career resurgence with fan favorite classics. Dance music icon Tiesto brings legendary career festival anthems and high energy sets that have made him one of the most influential DJs. Special guest Disco Lines, the viral dance phenomenon behind the hit No Broke Boys, adds feel good festival energy.
DJ Diesel, Shaq’s musical alter ego, will take over the decks with hard hitting electronic beats and Shaq sized fun. Myles O’Neal, the versatile DJ and style icon, will bring dynamic sound and cutting edge energy to set the tone for an unforgettable night.
Bay Area festival experience
The event transforms Big Game Weekend into an immersive celebration with West Coast flair. Guests will enjoy beverages from Pepsi, Anheuser Busch and BeatBox Beverages alongside Bay Area inspired cuisine and premium hospitality. Oversized carnival rides, custom built experiential activations from brand partners, interactive games, circus performances and VIP hospitality create a festival environment capturing San Francisco’s bold creative spirit.
Shaq emphasized his vision for an inclusive party accessible beyond VIP crowds. From day one, he wanted to create a party for the people where buying a ticket means the entire night is taken care of. The music, rides, food, open bar and wild moments are all included so guests can show up and have fun. He called San Francisco one of the best sports towns in the world and expressed excitement about turning Cow Palace into the most fun place outside the Big Game.
Brand partner experiences
Credit One Bank serves as presenting partner, anchoring the festival with a unique photo experience where fans shoot hoops to Shaq Proof Your Credit. Participants receive branded basketballs with credit protection tips from Shaq and Credit One Bank before taking shots on a Shaq Proof basketball backboard for photo captures. The activation references how the professional basketball league created Shaq Proof backboards to withstand his powerful slam dunks.
Amber Greenwalt, Senior Vice President of Brand & Advertising at Credit One Bank, noted the partnership pairs the company’s purpose of being a force for financial momentum with Shaq’s passion for financial literacy. Credit One Bank cardmembers will enjoy expedited entry for seamless arrival.
Shaq-A-Licious XL Gummies, Shaquille O’Neal’s number one candy with The Hershey Company, will transform the venue into a candy playground. Fans can grab the popular gummies featuring Shaq’s face and experience the Shaq-A-Licious Slam Dunk Photo Wall, a gravity defying social ready moment for jumping, posing mid air and capturing the perfect dunk.
Pepsi serves as Official Carbonated Soft Drink with a custom branded bar featuring exclusive Pepsi x Shaq’s Fun House cocktails and mocktails. Anheuser Busch returns featuring NÜTRL Vodka Seltzer, Bud Light and Cutwater across all bars. Verizon provides exclusive wireless connectivity with customer perks including special tickets through Verizon Access and expedited entry via dedicated fast lanes.
Medium Rare produces Shaq’s Fun House in partnership with Authentic Brands Group. The company’s track record at Big Game Weekend includes viral sold out events like Gronk Beach, SI The Party, Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Tailgate and The Shaq Bowl.
This is a 21 plus event with general admission tickets starting at $249.99 in limited quantities. Prices will increase as the event date approaches. More information and tickets are available at shaqsfunhouse.com.