The world-famous basketball entertainers will be one of the first events at the new multi-million dollar Bendigo Stadium.

“The Harlem Globetrotters have entertained millions of people all over the world for 92 years and we are excited to have them here in Australia next April,” National Basketball League owner and executive director Larry Kestelman said.

“We want to bring the biggest and best basketball events to Australia. We are in the business of delivering great family entertainment and the Harlem Globetrotters are just that.”

First formed in 1926, the Harlem Globetrotters have become one of the most popular entertainment brands in the world, performing hundreds of live shows every year.

Their unique basketball skills and wizardry have thrilled fans around the world and they are synonymous with family entertainment and breaking down barriers and social divides.

The Globetrotters will be in Bendigo on Friday, April 13.

Tickets go on sale next week.