What happened: Phoenix Suns will stage Fan Fest presented by Verizon on Oct. 2. Free tickets drop Sept. 19 through a text-alert signup.

Why it matters: The open event starts the club's public buildup to the 2026-27 campaign. It gives fans an early in-person look at the roster before preseason games begin.

What to watch: Saturday's drop controls entry ahead of the Oct. 2 gathering.