When: July 14-19, 2026
Where: Riverview Park Activities Center
Every summer, the nation's best high school basketball talent comes to Augusta for the Nike EYBL Peach Jam, one of the premier youth basketball tournaments in the country. Whether you're traveling with a team, cheering on family and friends, or looking to experience elite basketball, Augusta offers great places to stay, restaurants the whole family will enjoy, and plenty of things to do between games. Use this guide to plan your Peach Jam experience and make the most of your time in the Feel Good City.
Know Before You Go
Event Info
Find everything you need before arriving, including tournament dates, locations, schedules, parking information, spectator details, admission, and event updates. Whether you're traveling with a team or coming to cheer from the stands, planning ahead helps make your Peach Jam experience even better.
From full service hotels to family friendly suites and extended stay accommodations, Augusta offers lodging options throughout the city that make it easy to stay close to the action. Book early, as Peach Jam is one of Augusta's busiest weeks of the summer.
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Between Games
Family Fun
When you're not courtside, discover attractions the whole family can enjoy. Explore museums, paddle the Savannah River, play at local entertainment venues, visit downtown Augusta, or cool off in between tournament games.
Fuel up before tipoff or celebrate after the final buzzer at Augusta's locally owned restaurants. From burgers and barbecue to pizza, Southern favorites, coffee shops, and sweet treats, you'll find plenty of family friendly places to eat near the tournament venues.
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Plan Ahead
Helpful Resources
Turn your tournament trip into a summer getaway. Walk the Augusta Riverwalk, discover local shops, visit historic attractions, experience Augusta's coffee culture, or explore free things to do throughout the city during your stay.
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Nike EYBL Peach Jam FAQs
What is Nike EYBL Peach Jam?
Nike EYBL Peach Jam is one of the nation's premier youth basketball tournaments, featuring the top high school players competing for the Nike Elite Youth Basketball League championship.
No. Admission is $15 per person per entry, making it affordable for families, basketball fans, and the community to watch elite youth basketball throughout the tournament.
Hotels throughout Augusta offer convenient access to the tournament. Because Peach Jam attracts thousands of athletes and families, booking accommodations early is recommended.
Popular activities include exploring the Augusta Riverwalk, visiting museums, discovering local parks, playing at entertainment venues, shopping downtown, and enjoying Augusta's restaurants and coffee shops.
Augusta offers hundreds of locally owned restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, barbecue, burgers, pizza, seafood, international flavors, coffee shops, bakeries, and dessert spots for every budget.
Downtown Augusta is approximately 10 to 15 minutes from Riverview Park Activities Center, making it easy to enjoy restaurants, shopping, attractions, and entertainment between games.
