Arby's Classic
Bristol, Tennessee — running since 1981. Sixteen-team field at Viking Hall. The tournament has produced some of the deepest holiday-week competition in the East over four decades.
Tournament details →December Basketball Tournaments in Tennessee
Every verified December basketball tournament we track in Tennessee — high school and post-grad. All 2 events below, sorted alphabetically.
2 tournaments in Tennessee during December← All Tennessee tournaments
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Each card shows the host city, exact dates if confirmed, division (HS or post-grad), and where to register. Want a wider net? See every tournament in Tennessee, or browse the full national calendar.
The Classic at Tennessee High School
Formerly the Arby's Classic, rebranded after Bristol Tennessee City Schools and AES Restaurant Group couldn't agree on naming. Same tournament, same week, same Viking Hall — 30,000+ spectators across six days. The 41st running drew 18 teams from nine states. Two dozen alumni have made the NBA.
Tournament details →Other months in Tennessee
National Prep Tournament · March 6–8, 2026
Looking for a March tournament?
National Prep Tournament in Fort Walton Beach, Florida takes both high school and post-grad programs. Applications stay open through October 31. If you want a competitive early-March slot without invitation-only barriers, this is the one to apply for.
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