Men's Basketball

DJ KHALED TO HEADLINE BIG 12 BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT AFTERPARTY PRESENTED BY VENMO

Grammy-Award Winning Global Icon to Perform at KC Live! in the Power & Light District Following Men’s Championship Game on Saturday, March 14

KANSAS CITY, Mo. - The Big 12 Conference today announced that Grammy-Award winning global icon DJ Khaled will headline the Big 12 Basketball Tournament Afterparty presented by Venmo, an official partner of the Big 12. The event will take place at KC Live! in the Power & Light District on Saturday, March 14, following the conclusion of the Men’s Championship game at T-Mobile Center. DJ Khaled’s appearance will mark his first-ever performance in Kansas City.
 
“The Big 12 Tournament is one of the biggest and best. I’m looking forward to bringing that energy to the Tournament After Party with a performance and connecting with the fans. Young world, the world is yours - you are now and you are the future! Keep going! WE THE BEST!” said DJ Khaled.
 
The Big 12 Basketball Tournament Venmo Afterparty is free for fans to attend and serves as the culmination of two weeks of fan activations and community celebrations across Kansas City surrounding the 2026 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments. Venmo Debit Card users and a guest will receive exclusive access and perks at the Afterparty. Follow @Big12Conference on social media for the latest updates.
 
“We are continually investing in ways to elevate the Big 12 Basketball Tournaments and deliver an unforgettable experience for our fans,” said Tyrel Kirkham, Chief Brand and Business Officer for the Big 12. “DJ Khaled is an incredible performer and we know he will put on a high-energy show. From elite competition on the court to world-class entertainment off it, our goal is to create a championship atmosphere that blends sports and culture in a way only the Big 12 can. Kansas City has been an outstanding partner in helping us bring that vision to life.”

“From the start, Venmo has been about enabling the moments that matter between communities – and few things capture that energy like college basketball,” said Geoff Seeley, Chief Marketing Officer, PayPal. “From offering exclusive access and perks for Venmo Debit Card users throughout tournament weekend to celebrating with DJ Khaled at the Venmo Afterparty, we’re proud to team up with the Big 12 to power special experiences that bring fans closer to the action.”

“Creating a seamless experience between the arena and KC Live! is always our goal, and this allows us to give fans reasons to come to the games early and stay late,” said John Moncke, President, Kansas City Power & Light District. “The Big 12 Conference and the Power & Light District collaboration is about innovation, and the DJ Khaled event pushes the boundaries of blurring the lines between sports and entertainment even further." 
 
DJ Khaled’s performance underscores the Big 12’s commitment to enhance its marquee events in bold and unexpected ways. Last week, the Conference announced it will utilize ASB GlassFloor’s state-of-the-art LED video sports floor during the 2026 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments, reinforcing the league’s focus on innovation and differentiating its championship environments.
 
Additional enhancements for the 2026 Phillips 66 Big 12 Men’s and Women’s Basketball Tournaments will be announced in the coming weeks. For more information and to purchase tickets for both tournaments, visit www.big12sports.com.