2026 Women’s Final Four Tip-Off Full Presser

As the 2026 Women’s Final Four approaches, organizers let the public in on all the planning they’ve been doing for April 2-5 in Phoenix.

Watch the full press conference in the video above.

PHOENIX FINAL FOUR COMMITTEE STATEMENT:

NCAA and the Phoenix Final Four Local Organizing Committee – joined by leaders from Arizona State University, City of Phoenix, ESPN, Helios Education Foundation, Player 15 Group and the Valley’s professional sports community – announced Tuesday a slate of free, family-friendly events tied to Arizona’s first NCAA Women’s Final Four.

“The NCAA Women’s Final Four is a milestone moment for Phoenix, and we’re excited to turn championship weekend into a citywide celebration,” Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. “With free, family-friendly events throughout downtown, the week will put Phoenix’s love for women’s basketball on full display.”

“As the success of the women’s basketball championship grows every year, we’re excited that Phoenix will host this year’s Women’s Final Four for the first time ever,” said Lynn Holzman, NCAA vice president of women’s basketball. “Phoenix has been an incredible partner, and we’re excited to build on the success of women’s basketball and crown our national champion in April.”

“Hosting the NCAA Women’s Final Four for the first time is a milestone moment for Phoenix, and we want the entire community to share in the celebration,” said Jay Parry, CEO of the Phoenix Final Four Local Organizing Committee. “With free fan events, community programs and opportunities to experience the championship up close, there are so many ways for people to get involved and celebrate this historic moment for our state.”

EVENTS:

Women’s Final Four Tourney Town: Fan festival inside Phoenix Convention Center with games, giveaways, special appearances, photo opportunities, licensed merchandise and interactive experiences
Four It All Fest: Outdoor block party featuring live music, food trucks, an outdoor court, and screens for viewing of the women’s and men’s Final Four games
Women’s Final Four Super Saturday Practice: The week’s only open practice, giving fans access to watch the final two teams prepare for the national championship game
Women’s Final Four Bounce: Basketball dribbling parade for ages 18 & under through the streets of downtown Phoenix
Super Saturday Concert: Free outdoor concert at Margaret T. Hance Park, with the headliner to be announced in early March
Beyond The Baseline: Series of talks, panels and guest speakers designed to empower and equip women in sport and business