March Madness Begins: Tampa Gears Up for Women's Final Four
Tampa hosts the Women’s Final Four from April 3-6 with high-stakes games and a variety of free fan events, marking the kickoff of NCAA March Madness festivities.
Published on April 6, 2025
Tampa is set to light up the basketball calendar as the Women’s Final Four kicks off the NCAA March Madness festivities. Beginning with the first-round games on Friday, the city will host a series of high-stakes championship matchups at the Amalie Arena from April 3 to April 6, along with a host of free fan events. Activities include Tourney Town at the Tampa Convention Center, the inspirational Beyond the Baseline panel series, and Party on the Plaza at Cotanchobee Park.
Supplemental details reveal that the tournament will not only spotlight thrilling athletic contests—potentially featuring powerhouse teams like South Carolina and UConn—but will also offer engaging experiences for fans of all ages. With special performances (including a show by Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist GloRilla) and youth events such as the Women’s Final Four Bounce, Tampa is preparing to deliver both championship-level basketball and a vibrant community celebration as the tournament unfolds in early April.