DECATUR, Ill. (WAND) - The NCAA Men's Final Four in Indianapolis will draw basketball fans from all over.Â
In addition to the Men's Final Four, Indy is also hosting the NIT Championship, and the D2 and D3 championships. This is the first all four basketball championship events that will take place in the same host city.Â
Indianapolis is hosting its ninth Final Four event.Â
Below is a comprehensive guide to what's happening in the Circle City, parking, Lucas Oil Stadium information, and more.Â
FAN EVENTS
The Men's Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One starts on Friday and runs through Monday. It's at the Indianapolis Convention Center at 100 S. Capitol Avenue. Tickets are $15 but there are several ways to get in free.Â
The event features interactive displays and games, activities, giveaways, autograph sessions, pep rallies, and live music.Â
The Men's Final Four Tip-Off Tailgate on Georgia Street features watch parties, giveaways, food, and drinks. The event runs Friday through Monday.Â
The March Madness Music Festival includes a variety of live performances, including: Twenty One Pilots, Zac Brown Band, Megan Moroney, and more.Â
SECURITY
All March Madness venues and fan events have strict security policies. You can view them here. The link also includes information about bags.Â
LUCAS OIL STADIUM
Lucas Oil Stadium, home to the NFL's Indianapolis Colts, will host the Final Four for the fourth time. The stadium is cashless but accepts all forms of Google Pay and Apple Pay. All major credit and debit cards are also accepted. There are also cash-to-card kiosks.Â
PARKING
Parking around the stadium is limited on gameday, but several pay lots are available nearby. There are also bikeshare and e-bikes available throughout Indy. There is no public parking at Lucas Oil on gameday.Â
GAME TIMES
Illinois vs. UCONN - 5:09 p.m. CT
Michigan vs. Arizona - 7:49 p.m. CT
National Championship (Monday) - 7:30 p.m. CT
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