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International Boxing Hall of Fame 1 Hall of Fame Drive Canastota, NY 13032 P: 315.697.7095 F: 315.697.5356
BOXING STARS FROM AROUND THE WORLD LINING UP FOR
2026 HALL OF FAME WEEKEND IN "BOXING’S HOMETOWN"
Star-studded lineup to participate in Hall of Fame Weekend events includes
the Class of 2026, returning Hall of Famers and special guests from around the world
CANASTOTA, NY - FEBRUARY 12, 2026 - The guest list for the 2026 International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend scheduled for June 11-14 continues to grow and features some of boxing’s biggest stars from the past and present including the Class of 2026, Hall of Fame alumni and special guests.
2026 inductees set to be in Canastota include boxers Gennadiy “GGG” Golovkin, Antonio Tarver Nigel Benn, Naoko Fujioka and Jackie Nava; trainer / cut man Russ Anber, physician Dr. Edwin “Flip” Homansky and journalist Kevin Iole.
Posthumous inductees to be honored include referee Frank Cappuccino, trainer / cut man Jimmy Glenn, broadcaster Alex Wallau and welterweight and middleweight Jimmy Clabby.
In addition to the new honorees, an impressive array of boxing stars from around the world are set to be in Canastota including Marco Antonio Barrera, Mikey Garcia, Michael Spinks, Christy Maritn, Erik Morales, Timothy Bradley Jr., Winky Wright, Jim Lampley, Kelly Pavlik, Vinny Paz, “Jesse” James Leija, Jorge Linares and Micky Ward.
“The Hall of Fame is beyond thrilled to have such an impressive list of stars already in place for boxing’s biggest weekend of the year,” said Hall of Fame director Edward Brophy. “The Hall of Fame Weekend is for everyone that loves the sport of boxing and we can’t wait to celebrate in June.”
Many events will take place in Canastota and nearby Turning Stone Resort Casino throughout the four-day celebration including ringside talks, fist casting, fight night, 5K race / fun run, boxing autograph card show, banquet, parade and induction ceremony.
Click HERE for the 2026 Hall of Fame Weekend ticket order form.
For more information on the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Weekend, please call (315) 697-7095.
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About the International Boxing Hall of Fame
The International Boxing Hall of Fame opened to the public in 1989 and is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the great sport of boxing. Located in Canastota, New York, it serves as a tribute to the world's finest boxers and contributors to the sport, allowing boxing enthusiasts to appreciate and celebrate the rich history and tradition of boxing. The International Boxing Hall of Fame is located at Exit 34 of the New York State Thruway. Hours of operation are Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The multi-year partnership between Turning Stone Resort Casino and the International Boxing Hall of Fame spotlights the entire region, garnering national attention and boosting tourism in Central New York. The partnership includes a series of
nationally-televised boxing events at Turning Stone, culminating every year in June
with an elaborate and bigger-than-ever International Boxing Hall of Fame Weekend
with several exciting events in Madison County and Oneida County throughout the
four-day celebration.
