Dayton, OH – The 2026 March Madness tournament is getting ready to kick off with some exciting basketball action just around the corner. The selection Sunday will take place on March 15, when all the teams will find out their paths through the tournament.
Fans won’t want to miss the First Four games, which will be held at the UD Arena in Dayton on March 17 and March 18. After that, the tournament continues with the First and Second Rounds in various cities. Buffalo, NY, will host games at the KeyBank Center, Oklahoma City, OK, will see action at the Paycom Center, and St. Louis, MO, will feature the Enterprise Center as its venue.
As we move deeper into March Madness, there are several key dates to keep in mind. The Sweet 16 games will take place on March 27 and March 28, followed by the Elite Eight matches on March 29 and March 30. The excitement culminates with the Final Four happening in Indianapolis on April 4 and April 6, where the remaining teams will battle it out for a chance to reach the national championship game.
This year’s national championship game is set to be played on April 7 in San Antonio. As always, the tournament promises thrilling moments, surprising upsets, and unforgettable basketball.
With fans eagerly looking forward to the matches, it’s clear that March Madness will bring all the intensity and excitement that college basketball is known for.
