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Laura Serrano, Antonio Tarver, Mikey Garcia, Gennady Golovkin, Ricky Hatton, Jessie Vargas
and other boxing greats to be celebrated Aug. 14-15 in Las Vegas
and other boxing greats to be celebrated Aug. 14-15 in Las Vegas
LAS VEGAS - illiNews -- The Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame will host its 14th Annual Induction Gala Weekend Aug. 14-15, 2026, at The Orleans Hotel & Casino, bringing together Hall of Fame inductees, former world champions, boxing industry leaders, media members and fans from around the world to celebrate the sport and honor the Classes of 2025 and 2026.
The two-day public event will recognize fighters and contributors whose achievements have helped shape boxing in Nevada and throughout the sport while offering fans opportunities to engage with Hall of Fame members, former champions and other notable figures from across the boxing community.
The Class of 2025 includes Laura Serrano, Antonio Tarver, Paulie Ayala, Mikey Garcia, Jorge Páez and Brad Goodman. The Class of 2026 includes Jessie Vargas, Gennady Golovkin, Raúl Márquez, Marcos Maidana, Gerry Cooney, Richard Slone and Ricky Hatton.
Founded in 2013, the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame recognizes fighters, trainers, promoters, broadcasters and other contributors whose work has had a lasting impact on the sport. Since its inception, the organization has inducted many of boxing's most accomplished figures, including Sugar Ray Leonard, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Bernard Hopkins, Roy Jones Jr., Fernando Vargas and Winky Wright.
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In addition to honoring the Classes of 2025 and 2026, the weekend is expected to welcome numerous past inductees and boxing personalities, creating opportunities for fans to interact with champions and industry leaders representing multiple generations of the sport.
Hosted at The Orleans Hotel & Casino, a longtime venue for professional boxing in Las Vegas, the induction weekend continues a tradition of celebrating the people and moments that have shaped the sport's history.
"The induction weekend is an opportunity to honor the individuals who have helped shape boxing while bringing together members of the boxing community from around the world," said Michelle Corrales-Lewis, CEO of NVBHOF. "This year's celebration recognizes both the Classes of 2025 and 2026 and provides fans with the opportunity to connect with Hall of Fame inductees, former champions and many of the people who have contributed to the sport's history."
A private welcome reception for inductees, sponsors and invited guests will take place on Thursday, Aug. 13.
On Friday, Aug. 14, the Meet and Greet Fan Experience will take place from noon to 4 p.m., featuring autograph sessions, photo opportunities, memorabilia vendors and appearances by Hall of Fame members, former champions and current fighters.
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Friday evening will feature the Legends Bowl celebrity bowling tournament, providing guests with an opportunity to interact with boxing figures in a more informal setting.
Saturday's schedule includes an amateur boxing showcase featuring athletes from across the region. Additional information regarding participants and bouts will be announced at a later date.
The weekend concludes Saturday evening with the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Gala and Dinner. The event will begin with a red-carpet reception and cocktail hour before honoring the Classes of 2025 and 2026 through presentations, tributes and reflections on their contributions to the sport.
Tickets and additional event information are available at nvbhof.com/gala.
The two-day public event will recognize fighters and contributors whose achievements have helped shape boxing in Nevada and throughout the sport while offering fans opportunities to engage with Hall of Fame members, former champions and other notable figures from across the boxing community.
The Class of 2025 includes Laura Serrano, Antonio Tarver, Paulie Ayala, Mikey Garcia, Jorge Páez and Brad Goodman. The Class of 2026 includes Jessie Vargas, Gennady Golovkin, Raúl Márquez, Marcos Maidana, Gerry Cooney, Richard Slone and Ricky Hatton.
Founded in 2013, the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame recognizes fighters, trainers, promoters, broadcasters and other contributors whose work has had a lasting impact on the sport. Since its inception, the organization has inducted many of boxing's most accomplished figures, including Sugar Ray Leonard, Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield, Floyd Mayweather Jr., Bernard Hopkins, Roy Jones Jr., Fernando Vargas and Winky Wright.
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In addition to honoring the Classes of 2025 and 2026, the weekend is expected to welcome numerous past inductees and boxing personalities, creating opportunities for fans to interact with champions and industry leaders representing multiple generations of the sport.
Hosted at The Orleans Hotel & Casino, a longtime venue for professional boxing in Las Vegas, the induction weekend continues a tradition of celebrating the people and moments that have shaped the sport's history.
"The induction weekend is an opportunity to honor the individuals who have helped shape boxing while bringing together members of the boxing community from around the world," said Michelle Corrales-Lewis, CEO of NVBHOF. "This year's celebration recognizes both the Classes of 2025 and 2026 and provides fans with the opportunity to connect with Hall of Fame inductees, former champions and many of the people who have contributed to the sport's history."
A private welcome reception for inductees, sponsors and invited guests will take place on Thursday, Aug. 13.
On Friday, Aug. 14, the Meet and Greet Fan Experience will take place from noon to 4 p.m., featuring autograph sessions, photo opportunities, memorabilia vendors and appearances by Hall of Fame members, former champions and current fighters.
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Friday evening will feature the Legends Bowl celebrity bowling tournament, providing guests with an opportunity to interact with boxing figures in a more informal setting.
Saturday's schedule includes an amateur boxing showcase featuring athletes from across the region. Additional information regarding participants and bouts will be announced at a later date.
The weekend concludes Saturday evening with the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame Induction Gala and Dinner. The event will begin with a red-carpet reception and cocktail hour before honoring the Classes of 2025 and 2026 through presentations, tributes and reflections on their contributions to the sport.
Tickets and additional event information are available at nvbhof.com/gala.
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