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For the first time in 46 years, the ����APP���� Dinos are set to bring the spotlight back to Calgary as they host the highly anticipated . From March 6 to 8, the nation’s top eight university teams will make their way down to the University of Calgary for the high-energy, high-stakes weekend of championship basketball. 

The tournament begins Friday, March 6, launching six sessions of intense gameplay through a March Madness-style bracket. By Sunday, March 8, the national title will be granted to the team that rises above the rest. Among the teams already confirmed are the University of Victoria Vikes, UBC Thunderbirds, Acadia University Axemen, and, of course, the . 

As the time nears to watch the Dinos defend their court, here’s what fans need to know to enjoy the event. From tickets to transportation, we’ve got all the important info you need to know.

Getting there

The event will be held in the University of Calgary’s Jack Simpson Gym as the Dinos prepare to play for their home-town crowd.  

• Transit: The Jack Simpson Gym is easily accessible through CTrain Transit. The venue is located approximately 10 minutes walking distance from the Red Line’s University Station.
• Parking: Parking is available in various locations across campus. Lot 10 and Lot 11 are your best bet, with only a short walks to the Olympic Oval entrance and require a daily flat-rate fee of $10.

Tickets

Tickets are available through . This event is open to the public, welcoming all friends, family, and fans to come out and support the Dinos. ����APP���� students can access an exclusive discount code at the checkout screen. By typing “F8-”, followed by their UCID, students receive $13 off a ����APP���� Student ticket!

The lineup

Gates open 60 minutes prior to the first game of the session. The schedule is as follows:

• SESSION 1: Friday, March 6, 2026
  • 12 p.m. Quarter-final 1
  • 2 p.m. Quarter-final 2
• SESSION 2: Friday, March 6, 2026
  • 6 p.m. Quarter-final 3
  • 8 p.m. Quarter-final 4
• SESSION 3: Saturday, March 7, 2026
  • 12 p.m. Consolation Semifinal 1
  • 2 p.m. Consolation Semifinal 2
• SESSION 4: Saturday, March 7, 2026
  • 5 p.m. Semifinal 1
  • 7 p.m. Semifinal 2
• SESSION 5: Sunday, March 8, 2026
  • 11 am Consolation Final (5th place)
  • 1 p.m. Bronze Medal Game
• SESSION 6: Sunday, March 8, 2026
  • 5 p.m. National Championship Game

Gear up with Dinos merch on sale

Celebrate Final 8 energy with 15% off ����APP���� and Dinos merchandise at the Bookstore on Friday, March 6 from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Whether you’re heading to the games or cheering from across campus, pick up something that shows you’re part of the Dinos momentum. Regular exclusions apply.

Stop by the Fan Fest on March 6

As the Dinos kick off the tournament on Friday, be sure to swing by the North/South Courtyard of the MacEwan Student Centre. From 3 to 6 p.m., fans can enjoy prizes, games, and music before the energy continues with a 6 p.m. watch party.