The 2025 March Madness schedule kicks off with Selection Sunday on March 16, leading into the exhilarating First Four games on March 18-19 at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio. This tournament promises to deliver thrilling moments and unforgettable plays.
Here are the key dates and venues for March Madness, culminating in the championship showdown at the Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas, on April 7.
March Madness Schedule
- Selection Sunday: Sunday, March 16
- First Four: March 18-19
- First Round: March 20-21
- Second Round: March 22-23
- Sweet 16: March 27-28
- Elite Eight: March 29-30
- Final Four: Saturday, April 5 (Alamodome in San Antonio, TX)
- NCAA Championship Game: Monday, April 7 (Alamodome in San Antonio, TX)
March Madness Locations and Sites
First Four
First Round (Round of 64)
- Rupp Arena – Lexington
- Amica Mutual Pavilion – Providence
- Intrust Bank Arena – Wichita
- Ball Arena – Denver
- Climate Pledge Arena – Seattle
- Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse – Cleveland
- Fiserv Forum – Milwaukee
- PNC Arena – Raleigh
Second Round (Round of 32)
- Rupp Arena – Lexington
- Amica Mutual Pavilion – Providence
- Intrust Bank Arena – Wichita
- Ball Arena – Denver
- Climate Pledge Arena – Seattle
- Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse – Cleveland
- Fiserv Forum – Milwaukee
- PNC Arena – Raleigh
Sweet 16
- Prudential Center – Newark
- Chase Center – San Francisco
- State Farm Arena – Atlanta
- Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis
Elite Eight
- Prudential Center – Newark
- Chase Center – San Francisco
- State Farm Arena – Atlanta
- Lucas Oil Stadium – Indianapolis
Final Four and National Championship
How to Watch March Madness 2025
When is Selection Sunday?
March Madness coverage kicks off with Selection Sunday on March 16 at 6 p.m. ET on CBS, setting the stage for the excitement ahead.
When does March Madness start?
The NCAA tournament begins with the First Four on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, where teams will compete for a chance to advance.
What channel is March Madness on?
March Madness will be broadcast on four major networks: CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV. Fans can also catch the action on Paramount+ for streaming convenience.
How can I stream March Madness?
March Madness is available for streaming on Paramount+ and can be accessed through any service that offers CBS, TBS, TNT, and truTV, including YouTube TV, Sling TV, and Hulu + Live TV.
How can I watch March Madness for free?
Many March Madness games will air on local CBS affiliates, allowing viewers with a digital antenna to watch without a cable or streaming subscription.
For details about the 2025 Women’s NCAA Tournament, readers can refer to the Women’s March Madness guide for additional insights.
