College Basketball Crown: Your Guide to Tickets, Tournament Details, and More
The College Basketball Crown is an intense single-elimination, eight-team tournament highlighting competitive postseason matchups from the biggest basketball conferences. Founded by AEG and FOX Sports, it provides fans with more elite competition and compelling storylines during the most exciting time of the year. Building on the success of its inaugural 2025 tournament, anticipation is high for the upcoming event. Here's everything you need to know about securing your tickets and experiencing the excitement.
Tournament Overview
The 2026 College Basketball Crown will take place from Wednesday, April 1, through Sunday, April 5, in Las Vegas, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena and T-Mobile Arena. Featuring schools from the Big Ten, Big 12, and BIG EAST, with additional at-large participants, the tournament promises exciting matchups and a high level of competition. The Nebraska Cornhuskers captured last year’s first-ever College Basketball Crown in a memorable championship run, besting the UCF Knights for the inaugural title.
Television Schedule
The 2026 College Basketball Crown will air exclusively on FOX & FS1, featuring extensive pregame, bridge, and postgame studio coverage surrounding the tournament. All College Basketball Crown coverage will also stream on the FOX Sports App, FOXSports.com, and FOX One.
Here’s the full 2026 College Basketball Crown television schedule:
Wednesday, April 1
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- 7:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Pregame (FS1)
- 8:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Quarterfinal #1: TBA vs. TBA (FS1)
- 10:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Extra (FS1)
- 10:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Quarterfinal #2: TBA vs. TBA (FS1)
Thursday, April 2
- 7:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Pregame (FS1)
- 8:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Quarterfinal #3: TBA vs. TBA (FS1)
- 10:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Extra (FS1)
- 10:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Quarterfinal #4: TBA vs. TBA (FS1)
Saturday, April 4
- 1:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Pregame (FOX)
- 1:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Semifinal #1: TBA vs. TBA (FOX)
- 3:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Extra (FOX)
- 4:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Semifinal #2: TBA vs. TBA (FOX)
Sunday, April 5
- 5:00 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Pregame (FOX)
- 5:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Championship: TBA vs. TBA (FOX)
- 7:30 PM ET: College Basketball Crown Postgame (FOX)
Securing Your Tickets
Tickets for the College Basketball Crown are available for purchase exclusively via Vivid Seats. Tickets went on sale Monday, Nov. 3. As the Official Ticketing Provider of the College Basketball Crown, Vivid Seats makes it easy for fans to be there for every tipoff and every buzzer-beater. Currently, College Basketball Crown tickets start at €40.
Why Choose Vivid Seats?
Vivid Seats is a trusted ticket marketplace used by over 100 million fans. When you buy College Basketball Crown tickets on Vivid Seats, every order is backed by their 100% Buyer Guarantee.
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All-In Pricing
Vivid Seats uses All-In Pricing, so you'll see the full cost of a College Basketball Crown ticket-including fees-upfront as you shop. There are no surprises at checkout.
Refunds and Rescheduling
If your event is canceled, you'll receive a full refund. If an event has been postponed or rescheduled, rest assured that your tickets will be valid for the rescheduled date. For some rescheduled events, the primary source of the tickets will reissue all previously purchased tickets with new bar codes.
Vivid Seats Rewards
Vivid Seats offers the industry's only leading ticket company with a loyalty program: Vivid Seats Rewards. Fans earn credit on every purchase, which can be redeemed for future tickets.
In-App Features
Vivid Seats puts fans first with a suite of in-app features designed to enhance every live event experience. With the Lowest Price Guarantee, fans can purchase tickets confidently, knowing they’re getting Vivid Seats’ best deal. Through Vivid Seats Rewards, the industry’s only loyalty program where fans earn on every purchase, fans unlock exclusive perks like surprise gifts, ticket upgrades, and special access. The in-app Game Center adds even more fun, offering daily games with chances to win credits and free tickets every week. Plus, with All-in Pricing, fans see the full ticket cost upfront, making it easier than ever to buy tickets and earn rewards with total transparency.
Tournament Partners
The College Basketball Crown is supported by several key partners:
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- Vivid Seats: The Official Ticketing Provider & Partner.
- GHOST® ENERGY: A Founding Partner and the Official Energy and Hydration Provider of the Tournament. All 8 participating teams will be performing at their best with GHOST® products fueling them along the way.
- Circa Resort & Casino: A Founding Partner and the Official Hotel of the Tournament Referees. Through their first class service, they will also be host to a Friday Fan Festival Pool Party at Stadium Swim.
- JSX: A Founding Partner and Official Air Carrier, ensuring elevated, comfortable, and seamless travel to and from Las Vegas for participating teams, as well as many fans.
- MGM Resorts International: The Official Team Host Hotel, offering participating teams an unparalleled experience at any one of the MGM Resort Properties.
- Mercury Insurance: Seeing your favorite team in Vegas at the College Basketball Crown is smart. Making sure you’re protected by one of America’s most trusted insurance companies is even smarter.
Additional Information
For more information about the 2026 College Basketball Crown, please visit www.collegebasketballcrown.com. For photos, logos, and more College Basketball Crown assets, click HERE. For more information on ticket sales, download the Vivid Seats’ app or visit vividseats.com. The official eight-team bracket will be announced shortly after Selection Sunday.
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