The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament excitement is building around the iconic venues and host cities that will stage the drama of March Madness 2025. Each location gives an unforgettable experience for fans and players. With a rich history of thrilling championship moments, this time, the 2025 tournament is set to captivate audiences worldwide.

2025 March Madness Venues
Here is a list of arenas hosting games during the tournament.
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First Four: University of Dayton Arena, Dayton, Ohio
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First and Second Rounds:
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Amica Mutual Pavilion, Providence, R.I.
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Rupp Arena, Lexington, Ky.
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Intrust Bank Arena, Wichita, Kan.
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Ball Arena, Denver
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Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, Cleveland
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Fiserv Forum, Milwaukee
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Lenovo Center, Raleigh, N.C.
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Climate Pledge Arena, Seattle
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Regional Semi-Finals and Finals
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Prudential Center, Newark, N.J. (East Regional)
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Chase Center, San Francisco (West Regional)
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State Farm Arena, Atlanta (South Regional)
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Lucas Oil Stadium, Indianapolis (Midwest Regional)
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Final Four and Championship: Alamodome, San Antonio
One facility that stands out is Rupp Arena in Kentucky, which is known for its basketball heritage and is also known as “House That Rupp Built.” The facility is home to numerous matches, showing Kentucky’s extensive basketball history.
The Alamodome hosting the Final Four offers a massive stage for the tournament’s climax, with its expansive seating and state-of-the-art facilities ensuring an enthusiastic atmosphere for the nation’s top teams.
2025 March Madness Host Cities
Here is a list of host cities for the 2025 NCAA Tournament-
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Dayton, Ohio (First Four, March 18-19)
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Lexington, Ky. (First and Second Rounds, March 20-22)
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Providence, R.I. (First and Second Rounds, March 20-22)
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Wichita, Kan. (First and Second Rounds, March 20-22)
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Denver (First and Second Rounds, March 20-22)
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Cleveland (First and Second Rounds, March 21-23)
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Milwaukee (First and Second Rounds, March 21-23)
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Raleigh, N.C. (First and Second Rounds, March 21-23)
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Seattle (First and Second Rounds, March 21-23)
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Newark, N.J. (East Regional, March 27-29)
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San Francisco (West Regional, March 27-29)
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Atlanta (South Regional, March 28-30)
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Indianapolis (Midwest Regional, March 28-30)
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San Antonio (Final Four and Championship, April 5-7)
Lexington and Indianapolis are cities that benefit the tournament through their heritage-rich basketball environments.
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The city of Lexington maintains strong basketball heritage as it serves as home to the University of Kentucky. Indianapolis poses as an optimal location for the Midwest Regionals for its central position and proven track record of hosting major sports events.
When the Final Four takes place in San Antonio, spectators can explore the diverse city, which unites cultural landmarks with numerous convenience options to create an exceptional tournament atmosphere.
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