Sport
How to Watch Sport in Belgrade: Basketball, Football and More
EuroLeague nights, the Eternal Derby, water polo and where to buy tickets as a visitor.
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Quick answer
Basketball is the best sporting night out in Belgrade: both Crvena zvezda (Red Star) and Partizan play in the EuroLeague, usually in the big arena in New Belgrade, with some of the loudest crowds in Europe. Football means Red Star at the Rajko Mitić Stadium or Partizan in Humska street. Buy through the clubs’ official channels, and check the venue on your ticket.
Quick facts
- Basketball
- Red Star & Partizan in the EuroLeague and ABA League
- Season
- October to May (EuroLeague)
- Football
- Serbian SuperLiga, August to May
- Tickets
- Official club channels and arena box office
- Last checked
- 28 Oct 2026
EuroLeague basketball
Both Belgrade clubs play Europe’s top basketball competition, so from October to spring there is often a big game in town. Games are usually held at the city’s large arena in New Belgrade (Štark Arena / Belgrade Arena). The atmosphere, with drums and non-stop chanting, is an experience even if you don’t follow basketball.
- Buy through the club websites, the arena box office or official ticket partners
- Resale sites often charge far above face value
- Check the venue printed on your ticket
Football
Red Star (Crvena zvezda) plays at the Rajko Mitić Stadium, nicknamed the Marakana. Partizan plays at its stadium on Humska street. League games are cheap and easy to attend; European nights and the derby are a different story. Read our Eternal Derby guide before you go.
Water polo and volleyball
Serbia is a world power in both. Water polo has a long tradition at Belgrade’s Tašmajdan pool, and national-team matches draw passionate crowds. See our water polo guide.
Where to watch on TV
For big games, any café or bar with a screen will show them, often with sound up and a full house. Sport bars around the center fill up early on derby days.
Tip: The fan ends are loud and packed. For a good view of the game with less crush, choose a side section, and buy from the club’s official seller.
Belgrade sports experience
Guided match-day experiences and stadium visits, where available.
See experiencesFrequently asked questions
Where do Red Star and Partizan play basketball?
Usually at the big arena in New Belgrade for EuroLeague games. Check your ticket for the exact venue.
Is it safe to go to a basketball game in Belgrade?
Generally yes in regular seating. Avoid the fan ends and club colours at derbies.
When is the basketball season?
The EuroLeague runs from October to spring.
Sources
Checked 28 Oct 2026. Prices and timetables change; confirm before you travel.
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