When Does March Madness Start? Key Dates You Need to Know

March Madness 2026 is set to ignite college basketball fans’ excitement starting mid-March. Selection Sunday kicks off the spectacle on Sunday, March 15, when the 68-team brackets are revealed. That announcement launches the tournament’s fast-paced, high-stakes action—including the “First Four” play-in games beginning Tuesday, March 17, and the tournament building toward its dramatic championship on Monday, April 6. […]