2025 NCAA Men's College Basketball Tournament

FIRST AND SECOND ROUND
RALEIGH, NC

Tickets, Schedule and Venue Info

Get Tickets to the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament in Raleigh, NC

Raleigh, NC, is set to ignite the excitement of college basketball as it hosts the First and Second rounds of the 2025 NCAA Men's Tournament. From March 21-23, fans will experience high-octane basketball action at one of the city's premier arenas. With the stakes high and tickets in hot demand, now is the time to lock in your seats for Raleigh and all of the rounds of the NCAA Men’s College Basketball Tournament.

Venue and Location Details

The tournament games will be played at the state-of-the-art Lenovo Center. With a seating capacity of up to 20,000, this modern facility offers exceptional sightlines, premium seating, and top-notch amenities designed to enhance every moment of game day. Additionally, visitors will benefit from convenient parking options and a wide selection of nearby hotels—ensuring a smooth and enjoyable visit from start to finish.

2024 NCAA Tournament First and Second Round Recap

The 2024 NCAA Tournament started strong, with Northwestern winning in overtime over Florida Atlantic. Every first-round game provided at least one exciting moment and ended in style, with 12-seed Grand Canyon knocking out 5-seed Saint Mary's. And then there was UConn, who stayed dominant throughout and won it all. Can they do it again and win three straight championships?

Other Cities in the Tournament

The energy of the tournament doesn’t stop in Raleigh but spans the entire nation. Explore other host cities, including Milwaukee, Dayton, Wichita, and beyond, to discover more about the full schedule and venue details. Each city offers its unique flavor of college basketball excitement! Here’s a quick look at the full schedule:

• Play-in Round: Dayton, Ohio, UD Arena, March 18 - 19
• 1st/2nd Round: Lexington, KY, Rupp Arena, March 20 -22
• 1st/2nd Round: Providence, RI, Amica Mutual Pavilion, March 20 - 22
• 1st/2nd Round: Seattle, WA, Climate Pledge Arena, March 21 - 23
• 1st/2nd Round: Wichita, KS, Intrust Bank Arena, March 20 - 22
• 1st/2nd Round: Cleveland, OH, Rocket Arena, March 21 - 23
• 1st/2nd Round: Denver, CO, Ball Arena, March 20 - 22
• 1st/2nd Round: Milwaukee, WI, Fiserv Forum, March 21 - 23
• 1st/2nd Round: Raleigh, NC, Lenovo Center, March 21 - 23
• East Regional: Newark, NJ, Prudential Center, March 27 - 29
• West Regional: San Francisco, CA, Chase Center, March 27 - 29
• South Regional: Atlanta, GA, State Farm Arena, March 28 - 30
• Midwest Regional: Indianapolis, IN, Lucas Oil Stadium, March 28 - 30
• Semi-Finals: San Antonio, TX, Alamodome, April 5
• Championship: San Antonio, TX, Alamodome, April 7

Secure Your Seats Now from Events365

Don’t miss your chance to witness the intensity and drama of the 2025 NCAA Tournament live in Raleigh! Secure your tickets today for the first and second rounds and finalize your travel plans before the games sell out. Get ready for an unforgettable basketball experience—grab your tickets now and be part of the action! Or find more great seats with our tickets to the 2025 NCAA Women’s Tournament.