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About NCAA March Madness First and Second Round

The NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament's First and Second Rounds are the opening stages of the main 64-team field, where teams face off in high-stakes, single-elimination games. These rounds are known for their fast-paced action and the unpredictability of upsets, creating some of the most memorable moments in college basketball history. Established with the inception of the 64-team format in 1985, these rounds quickly became synonymous with the term “March Madness” as fans watch for “Cinderella” teams—lower-seeded squads that unexpectedly defeat higher-seeded opponents.

Notable moments from the First and Second Rounds have become iconic in the sports world. One of the most famous occurred in 1991, when 15-seed Richmond upset 2-seed Syracuse, marking the first time a 15-seed defeated a 2-seed. More recently, in 2018, the University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC) stunned 1-seed Virginia, becoming the first-ever 16-seed to win a game against a 1-seed. These games have produced memorable buzzer-beaters, nail-biting finishes, and career-defining performances from future NBA stars, capturing the hearts of fans and cementing the First and Second Rounds as must-watch events in college basketball.

2025 NCAA March Madness First and Second Round Tickets and Schedule

The First and Second Round kicks off on March 20 across various US locations: Rupp Arena (Kentucky), Amica Mutual Pavilion (Rhode Island), Intrust Bank Arena (Kansas) and Ball Arena (Colorado).

What is the 2025 NCAA March Madness First and Second Round schedule?

See the full March Madness First and Second Round schedule below, including round, venue, city, dates and tickets.

Round

Venue

Location

Dates

Tickets

First/Second

Rupp Arena

Lexington, KY

March 20-22

Tickets

First/Second

Amica Mutual Pavilion

Providence, RI

March 20-22

Tickets

First/Second

Intrust Bank Arena

Wichita, KS

March 20-22

Tickets

First/Second

Ball Arena

Denver, CO

March 20-22

Tickets

First/Second

Climate Pledge Arena

Seattle, WA

March 21 - 23

Tickets

First/Second

Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse

Cleveland, OH

March 21 - 23

Tickets

First/Second

Fiserv Forum

Milwaukee, WI

March 21 - 23

Tickets

First/Second

Lenovo Center

Raleigh, NC

March 21 - 23

Tickets

How much are NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round tickets?

NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round tickets depend on several factors, like match-up, time of day, and time of buying. Typically, you can find NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round for as low as $101 with an average price of $449.

In general, earlier rounds of March Madness will see lower ticket prices, whereas later rounds (like the Final Four and National Championship) cost more due to higher demand and stakes in the tournament.

We recommend utilize the various ticket filters to find the best deals on NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round tickets. You can also "track" ticket prices by clicking on the event and clicking the heart icon at the top left of the event page. You'll receive email notifications for price drops so you can choose the best time to buy your NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round tickets!

How to get cheap 2025 NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round tickets?

2025 NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round ticket prices vary, but you can usually find them for as low as $101.

The First and Second Rounds are played in many cities and venues across the US, so ticket prices depend on location, match up, time of day and several other factors.

What is a NCAA March Madness session ticket?

Since all of the March Madness venues host multiple games over multiple days, session tickets are often sold together as a package or split up.

"All session" tickets are the most straightforward, and give you access to all the games at that venue. Whether it is the First Four, the Final Four or one of the regional sites, when you buy an All Session ticket you are able to attend all of the games in that location.

"Session specific" tickets can be a little tricky, but we'll explain. Most fans end up opting for session specific tickets because they are focused on seeing their specific team. At the first and second round locations there are three different sessions, while at the regional locations there are two different sessions. The table below demonstrates what each session gets you access to:

First and Second Round Locations

Session #

Description

Session 1

The first two games of the first round and day at that location, typically in the early afternoon

Session 2

The last two games of the first round and day at that location, typically in the evening

Session 3

The two second round games at that location. These take place two days after the first round

Regional Locations

Session #

Description

Session 1

The two Sweet 16 games at that location. Your ticket gives you access to both

Session 2

The one Elite 8 game at that location

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NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round Schedule and Ticket Prices

DateLocationVenueLowest Price
03/19/2026BuffaloKeyBank Center$528
03/19/2026BuffaloKeyBank Center$103
03/19/2026GreenvilleBon Secours Wellness Arena$109
03/19/2026BuffaloKeyBank Center$101
03/19/2026GreenvilleBon Secours Wellness Arena$114
03/19/2026GreenvilleBon Secours Wellness Arena$474
03/19/2026Oklahoma CityPaycom Center$445
03/19/2026Oklahoma CityPaycom Center$102
03/19/2026Oklahoma CityPaycom Center$102
03/19/2026PortlandModa Center$434
03/19/2026PortlandModa Center$120
03/19/2026PortlandModa Center$103
03/20/2026PhiladelphiaXfinity Mobile Arena$124
03/20/2026TampaBenchmark International Arena$121
03/20/2026TampaBenchmark International Arena$113
03/20/2026PhiladelphiaXfinity Mobile Arena$144
03/20/2026PhiladelphiaXfinity Mobile Arena$455
03/20/2026TampaBenchmark International Arena$462
03/20/2026Saint LouisEnterprise Center$118
03/20/2026Saint LouisEnterprise Center$108

NCAA Mens Tournament First and Second Round game Seating Charts

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KeyBank Center
Bon Secours Wellness Arena
Paycom Center
Moda Center
Xfinity Mobile Arena
Benchmark International Arena
Enterprise Center

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