Published on April 2, 2026 6:11 am
Last Updated on April 2, 2026 6:11 am
BY UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS
INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. — The Illini are headed to the Final Four and there is plenty to do around Indianapolis and Lucas Oil Stadium.
Beginning with the popular and free Final Four Open Practice Friday at 10 a.m. CT, Illini fans can fill their weekend with basketball-filled events.
Illinois announced that the official Illini Pregame Party will run from 2-5 p.m. ET on Saturday at the Indiana Convention Center (Hall C). Registration is required for entry ($125).
For all the information on the NCAA Men’s Final Four, visit NCAA.com.
| Reese’s Final Four Open Practice | |||||||||
| Friday, April 3 at 11 a.m. ET/10 a.m. CT
Location: Lucas Oil Stadium Watch the Fighting Illini practice on the Lucas Oil Stadium court with thousands of other Illini fans the day before the Final Four. Free and open to the public! Doors open at 10 a.m. ET/9 a.m. CT. Wear orange! » More Information |
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| Men’s Final Four Fan Fest | |||||||||
| Friday, April 3, Noon-6:00 p.m. ET Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. ET Sunday, April 5, Noon-6 p.m. ET Monday, April 6, Noon-8 p.m. ET Location: Indiana Convention Center Enjoy a full schedule of activities, games, performances, giveaways, and autograph sessions inside the Indiana Convention Center. » More Information |
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| Men’s Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate | |||||||||
| Friday, April 3, 4- 11 p.m. ET Saturday, April 4, 1-11 p.m. ET Sunday, April 5, Noon-6 p.m. ET Monday, April 6, 4-11 p.m. ET Location: 126 E Georgia St, Indianapolis, IN 46225 Enjoy free watch parties for the Men’s and Women’s Final Four games, plus a variety of fun for the whole family — including giveaways, basketball-themed activities, and a selection of food and drinks. » More Information |
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| Official Illini Pregame Party | |||||||||
| Saturday, April 4 from 2-5 p.m. ET
Location: Indiana Convention Center — Hall C We’re taking the party to Indianapolis! Hang out with fans before the game and enjoy food, drinks, games, and more. Registration for the Official Illinois Final Four Events Only package is required for entry. Should the Illini advance, a purchase window for Monday’s pregame party will open Sunday, April 5th at 1 p.m. CT. |
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