Lions Open Runs
Open runs — drop-in adult basketball scrimmages across London, run by the London Lions. Turn up, get on court and play — no team or club membership needed, all levels welcome. Venues, nights and timings for the first season are being locked in now.
Where We Run
First venues are announced soon. Register your interest for your part of London and we'll tell you the moment your nearest run goes live.
Turn Up And Hoop
1. Register
Tell us where in London you want to run and we'll let you know when a venue near you launches.
2. Turn Up
Book your spot, pay and play — no season commitment, no club membership required.
3. Play
Organised, refereed-lite scrimmages with balanced teams — proper runs, not chaos.
Ready for something more competitive? Enter a team in the London Capital League.
Be First On The Court
Tell us where in London you can get to and which nights work, and we'll let you know the moment a Lions Open Run launches near you.
Want To Host A Lions Open Run?
We're looking for hosts across London — people who know their local court and their local hoopers, and want to captain a regular Lions run in their area. You keep the run organised and the vibe right; we back you with free Lions merch, tickets to games at the Copper Box and everything you need to get it going.