Championship calendar
NCAA calendar
Key dates for College Football and March Madness basketball.
Import to Google Calendar, Apple Calendar, or Outlook
Next key date
CFP National Championship
Monday, January 19, 2026
Miami Gardens, Florida
Status
Confirmed
Season key dates
NCAA schedule 2026
Mon
Jan 19
CFP National Championship
Miami Gardens, Florida
Tue
Mar 17
March Madness Begins (First Four)
League-wide milestone
Mon
Apr 6
NCAA Championship Game (Men's)
Indianapolis, Indiana
Date source: NCAA tournament and College Football Playoff official dates. Last updated 2026-08-20. Projected dates remain marked until confirmed.
Season key dates
NCAA schedule 2026
League-wide dates for fans who want the major events in a calendar app. Team-by-team schedules are a future expansion.
| Date | Event | Location | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19 | CFP National Championship | Miami Gardens, Florida | Confirmed |
| Mar 17 - Mar 18 | March Madness Begins (First Four) | TBA | Confirmed |
| Apr 6 | NCAA Championship Game (Men's) | Indianapolis, Indiana | Confirmed |
Upcoming events2026-2027
About NCAA Sports Calendars
Our NCAA calendar tracks the two biggest events in college sports: The College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship and the 'March Madness' Men's Basketball Tournament. These events captivate millions of fans every year with their intense single-elimination formats.
March Madness & CFP Dates
March Madness strictly follows a March-April schedule, beginning with 'Selection Sunday' and concluding with the Final Four in early April. The CFP National Championship is typically played on a Monday night in mid-January. Subscribing keeps these dates synced so you don't miss the bracket busts.
Frequently asked questions
How do I add the NCAA schedule to my iPhone?
Click the "Subscribe" button above and choose "Subscribe by URL". This will open the Calendar app on your iPhone or Mac and add a subscription that updates automatically.
Does this calendar update automatically?
Yes! If you use the "Subscribe" method (webcal), any changes to the schedule (like playoff games or date changes) will automatically reflect in your calendar.
Can I download the schedule for Google Calendar?
Absolutely. Click "Subscribe" and choose "Download .ics file". You can then upload this file to Google Calendar settings to import all NCAA dates.