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The NCAA on Tuesday announced several events that are scheduled to take place in conjunction with the 2026 Men’s Final Four basketball tournament in Indianapolis, including the Final Four Fan Fest, March Madness Music Festival and several other title-deciding college basketball games.
The Final Four is scheduled for April 3-6 at Lucas Oil Stadium. It will be the ninth time Indianapolis has hosted the men’s Final Four.
In addition, Indianapolis will host three other men’s college basketball events during the same weekend: the National Invitation Tournament semifinals and championship game, the NCAA Division II championship game and the NCAA Division III championship game. All three championship games are scheduled for Sunday, April 5, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse:
Among the events:
Men’s Final Four Fan Fest (April 3-6, Indiana Convention Center)
The Fan Fest will feature interactive games, celebrity and athlete appearances, autograph sessions and more. Tickets will be available Jan. 21.
March Madness Music Festival (April 3-6, American Legion Mall)
Organizers say the three-day music event will feature “A-list” artists and no cost for admission. Tickets will be available Jan. 21.
Final Four Friday (April 3, Lucas Oil Stadium)
A free public event with interactive activities and entertainment suitable for fans of all ages, including open team practices and the National Association of Basketball Coaches All-Star Game featuring top senior student-athletes.
Men’s Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate (April 3-6, Georgia Street)
The event will feature free watch parties for the men’s Final Four games in Indianapolis and women’s Final Four games in San Antonio, Texas, plus giveaways, food and drinks, and basketball-themed activities.
Men’s Final Four Dribble (April 5, multiple streets to be announced)
Thousands of participants 18 and under will dribble their way through a mile-long downtown course. Each participant will receive their own exclusive Wilson basketball and event T-shirt. Registration opens Jan. 21.
More information on these events can be found here.
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