Kentucky heads to Indianapolis for March Madness this week. Tickets, parking, what to know
Many Kentuckians across the Bluegrass State will make a trek to Indiana this week for March Madness when the Wildcats take on the Tennessee Volunteers during the 2025 NCAA Men's Basketball Championship tournament.
Kentucky, Tennessee, Purdue and Houston all advanced to the Sweet 16, and the Midwest Regionals begin Friday at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.
The winners will stay in Circle City and advance Sunday to the Elite 8. Here's what we know.
When does Kentucky play Tennessee in 2025 NCAA Tournament?
Friday, March 28, is when No. 2 seeded Volunteers takes on No. 3 seeded Wildcats in the March Madness Sweet 16.
What time is the game between Kentucky and Tennessee?
7:39 p.m. Friday is when the game starts between Kentucky and Tennessee.
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Where are the Midwest Regionals being played in the 2025 NCAA Tournament?
Lucas Oil Stadium, at 500 S. Capitol Ave., will host the Midwest Regionals in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament.
When do the gates at Lucas Oil Stadium open Friday, March 28?
East, West & South gates at Lucas Oil Stadium open at 6 p.m.
Driving from Louisville to Indianapolis
It takes a little under two hours to drive from Louisville, Kentucky to Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana via I-65 North.
Parking in downtown Indianapolis
There are 73,000 parking spots in downtown Indianapolis, according to Downtown Indy Inc., some of which are available for pre-purchase on ParkWhiz.com. Lucas Oil Stadium also has on-site parking.
What channel can I watch Kentucky vs. Tennessee in the 2025 Tournament?
You can watch Kentucky vs. Tennessee on TBS/truTV.
Where can I stream Kentucky vs. Tennessee for March Madness 2025?
SLING TV will provide streaming coverage of Kentucky vs. Tennessee in the March Madness tournament. You can also stream the game with NCAA March Madness Live and the NCAA March Madness Live app.
How much are Kentucky vs. Tennessee tickets on Friday, March 28, 2025?
They're not cheap. Depending on where you sit, tickets to watch the Friday matchup between Kentucky and Tennessee in the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament were listed Monday from $200 to $3,235 each, according to Ticketmaster.
How much are tickets to watch Purdue vs. Houston on Friday, March 28, 2025?
As of publication, tickets to see Purdue face Houston in the Sweet 16 ranged from $200 to more than $1,650 each, according to StubHub.com, depending on how close you sit.
Can you watch both Sweet 16 games in Indianapolis during the 2025 tournament?
Yes, an All-Sessions pass for Indianapolis grants access to both Sweet 16 games and the Elite 8 game. At the time of publication, the cheapest All Sessions Pass costs $560.
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When does Purdue play Houston in 2025 NCAA Tournament?
Friday, March 28 is when the No. 4 seeded Boilermakers take on the No. 1 seeded Cougars in the March Madness Sweet 16.
What time is the game between Purdue and Houston?
10:09 p.m. Friday is when the game starts between Purdue and Houston.
How can I watch Purdue vs. Houston in the 2025 Tournament?
You can watch Purdue vs. Houston on TBS/truTV. Streaming will be available on Sling TV, including the NCAA March Madness Live and the NCAA March Madness Live app.
How much are tickets to the Elite 8 in Indianapolis for Sunday, March 30, 2025?
As of publication, tickets for Sunday's game started at $150 and ranged as high as $2,500 each, according to Ticketmaster.
IndyStar's Scott Horner contributed to this article.
John Tufts covers trending news for IndyStar and Midwest Connect. Send him a news tip at JTufts@Gannett.com. Find him on BlueSky at JohnWritesStuff.
This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Traveling to Indianapolis from Kentucky for March Madness? What to know
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