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March Madness 2026: Key Dates and Locations Revealed

2/5/2026

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The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) March Madness tournament begins with Selection Sunday on March 15, 2026.
The First Four games take place March 17–18, 2026.
The Final Four will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from April 4–6, 2026.
First- and second-round sites for the 2026 tournament include Buffalo, Greenville, Oklahoma City, and Portland.
The transfer portal opens for 15 days starting April 7, 2026.

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Story summary

The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) March Madness tournament begins with Selection Sunday on March 15, 2026.
The First Four games take place March 17–18, 2026.
The Final Four will be held at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from April 4–6, 2026.
First- and second-round sites for the 2026 tournament include Buffalo, Greenville, Oklahoma City, and Portland.
The transfer portal opens for 15 days starting April 7, 2026.